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Massachusetts farmers and forest land owners
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Massachusetts farmers and forest land owners who would like to address soil and water conservation concerns on their land are encouraged to apply by April 15, 2011 for financial and technical help through the federal Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).(more) -
Fourth Annual Taste of Holliston
Fourth Annual A Taste of Holliston A Taste of Holliston has become a much-anticipated spring event at the Holliston Historical Society. It will take place on Sunday, April 10, 2011, from 1 PM to 4 PM at 547 Washington Street, Holliston. Over twenty Holliston-area establishments -- caterers, restaurants and wine purveyors -- will offer tastings from their menus in the Asa Whiting House and barn. (more) - Farmers' Market Coupon Program
The Massachusetts Farmers' Market Coupon Program provides women and children in the Federal Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and elders with coupons redeemable at farmers markets for fresh fruits and vegetables. (menu) - USDA Announces sign-up for Organic Initiative
Massachusetts organic farmers and those in transition to organic production may sign-up now for technical and financial assistance under the federal Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Organic Initiative administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
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