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Online Conference For Farmers & Teachers A Whole Systems Approach To Farm And School Education For The Future Of Food Security
This 21-video conference series will engage partnerships between small farmers and teachers/schools for the future of food security. URL: https://www.gsms.org/food-farming-and-sustainability/ Ordering Information Good Shepherd Montessori Schooltniemier@gsms.orgGSMS1101 E Jefferson BlvdSOUTH BEND, IN 46619https://www.gsms.org/farming-the-city/5743400975Publication/product ID: 21 video conferenceCost: $10.00
Cultivating Morel Mushrooms
One of the more iconic and recognizable mushrooms, morels are famed for their distinctive appearance and their exquisite taste. This fungus is characterized by its unique 'pitted and ridged' cap, as well as its earthy and nutty flavor. Morels have been recorded on all continents except Antarctica, thus with its widespread nature it comes to […]
The Financial Implications of Conservation Agriculture: Insights from Analyses of Farms in the Upper Midwest
Farmers and ranchers are increasingly interested in conservation practices to strengthen soil health and improve water quality for present and future generations. Conservation practices can also help farmers improve their profitability in the face of increasingly volatile weather and uncertain market conditions. Some farmers and ranchers hesitate to adopt these practices because of perceived financial […]
Anishinaabe nandagikenjigewin miinawaa Eshandizoyang: An Experiential Introduction to Anishinaabe Science and Food Sovereignty
This experiential curriculum format was designed by Aamookwe Amy McCoy and grounded in Anishinaabe scientific epistemology and ontology with accompanying demonstrations of curricula for experiential learning through relationships connected to food sovereignty.
Midwestern Hemp Database
The Midwestern Hemp Database (MHD) is an interactive tool that houses all of the research done by the Midwestern Hemp Research Collaborative (MHRC)
Blooms for Mason Bees
With support from SARE, the Osmia Bee Company in Ohio is designing a seed mix to support springtime pollinators — particularly mason bees. They developed a guide with the intention that the information could be used as a starting point and adapted for other field trials. This project leverages the rich collaborative network maintained by […]
Youth Grow Indy Guide
The Soul Food Project has developed a new guide for farmers who want to host a workforce development program for youth. Topics covered in the guide include the benefits of youth employment programs, legal considerations, recruitment strategies, program management, and more. Soul Food Project and Farm has been operating since 2017 on the Northeast side […]
Pollinator-Friendly Cover Cropping for Vegetable Producers in the Upper Midwest
Growers are increasingly interested in adding cover crops to rotations to improve soil health, break disease cycles, and provide ecosystem services. In addition to these benefits, cover crops present an opportunity to add crucial floral resources and habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects on the farm. However, identifying appropriate cover crop species and management […]
Farming Matters Video Series
NCR-SARE staff members discuss inspirations and motivations of farmers, researchers, and educators in our "Farming Matters" YouTube video podcast. Each episode provides insights into the innovative approaches SARE grantees take to address challenges. With this story-sharing series, as with all our outreach efforts, NCR-SARE is working to broaden the narrative about farmers and their communities […]
Guide to Building a Meat Processing Facility
This guide will aid producers in the upper Midwest as they navigate the requirements of establishing and operating small meat processing facilities.
Lessons to Go for Youth by KC Farm School
KC Farm School's ‘Lessons To Go’ bring sustainable agriculture education and food sovereignty practices to local youth aged 4-18.
Exploring Hydroponics with Youth
With support from an NCR-SARE Youth Educator grant, University of Missouri Extension Horticulture Specialist Donna Aufdenberg developed resources to teach sustainable approaches to hydroponic growing methods.
Manure Composting Video Series
Composting manures is becoming an increasingly popular option for farmers.
CSA Starts Here: Video Series
"CSA Starts Here" is an educational video series for aspiring and beginning CSA farmers.
Finding Success with Yellow Perch in an Aquaculture System
This document includes a summary of the aquaculture research projects that Bill West has participated in, as well as updates for each of those projects, written by West himself.
Livestock Management with Drones Video Series
With support from SARE, Pigeon River Farm developed a video series and additional resources sharing tips and tricks for how they use drones in their day-to-day livestock management.
Down on the Farm: Supporting Farmers in Stressful Times
Down on the Farm: Supporting Farmers in Stressful Times is a free workshop kit that teaches folks how to recognize and respond to a farmer that might need help.
Pasture Productivity Pail
The Pasture Productivity Pail is a set of tools that can be used to use to make informed decisions on pasture management and improvement.
Iowa Meat Processors’ Resource Guidebook
A guide to building, upgrading or expanding a small meat processing facility in Iowa.
Internship Curriculum for Food Farmers in the North Central Region
With support from an NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant, Betrand Farm developed 24 educational PowerPoint modules that can serve as an educational curriculum for farmers in the North Central Region to use to train interns in sustainable and profitable food-growing practices. The modules have been combined and uploaded here as a single PDF. The individual curriculum modules […]