Event

Medicinal Herb Production

Scholarships are available for new farmers (those growing 10 or less years) who are active NOFA/Mass members. To apply please clickhere.

Description:
Learn the ins and outs of commercial medicinal herb production, from field to drying room. Participants will get an overview of the production and planning methodologies that Full Kettle Farm uses. The workshop will also focus on post production handling and herb drying for teas, oils, and other value added products.
Full Kettle Farm is a one-acre herb farm located in Sunderland Center. Now in its second year, the farm provides a model of small-scale production with a focus on permaculture, high-value cropping, and creative marketing strategies.

Join instructor Alan Surprenant, who has been growing fruit trees for over 30 years, to learn the invaluable skills of pruning and grafting. The day-long workshop will take participants through the how, why and when of both pruning and grafting, accompanied by hands-on practice at both. This is an opportunity to add two skills to your repertoire that will improve the health and vigor of your fruit trees.

About the Instructor:
Farmer Greg Disterhoft began working with medicinal herbs after six years of large-scale organic vegetable farming in Massachusetts and California. His passion for working with herbs started in 2014 while managing Goldthread Herb Farm alongside master herbalist William Siff. Greg and his business partner Tamara McKerchie started Full Kettle Farm out of a desire to create a space for community, promote herbal education, and to play in the dirt. Full Kettle Farm produces herbal teas, value added products, and hosts ongoing workshops and events.

More Info:
Lunch will be potluck style from 12:00pm 1:00pm. Bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop.

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