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SUMMARY:Organic Weed Management in Perennial Orchard Systems
DESCRIPTION:At this Farmer to Farmer Field Day event we will be focusing on the theme\, \n“Organic Weed Management in Perennial Orchard Systems” \nAt this event\, Ofelia and Eric will be showcasing how they use their chicken tractors and compost tea to help manage weeds on their farm. \n  \nSpeakers: \nOfelia Lichtenheld\, The Agave Farm \nEric Lichtenheld\, The Agave Farm \n  \nRefreshments: \nFree Dinner provided for all guests* \n*Please RSVP by Wednesday\, September 23rd in order to be included in the free dinner service \n\n 
URL:https://actionnetwork.org/events/organic-weed-management-in-perennial-orchard-systems/#new_tab
LOCATION:The Agave Farm\, 2089 Lake Morena Dr.\, Campo\, CA\, 91906\, United States
CATEGORIES:SoCal,Farmer Services,Organic
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SUMMARY:Santa Cruz County Open Farm Tours
DESCRIPTION:Do you love local food and farms? Want to get to know your farmer better and explore our region’s vibrant working farms? During the 2026 Open Farm Tours\, you can meet the farmers and learn how farming methods work with nature to provide our communities with outstanding food and products. Touring farms is a fantastic outdoor activity to do together and October is a great time to get out and explore!\nAll farms are organic & implement sustainable agriculture practices. \nThe Farm Pass is $25 per carload of up to 5 people. All ticket purchases will be entered automatically into our drawing to win prizes from our Farms and Sponsors. \nSaturday\, October 10\, 10am-4pm – South County Farm Tours\n8 farms open to tour: \n\nBirdsong Orchards\, Dos Aguilas Olive Grove\, Live Earth Farm\, Esperanza Community Farms\, Blossom’s Biodynamic Farm\, Live Oak School Farm\, Thomas Farm & Luz De Valle Farm\n\nSunday\, October 11\, 10am-4pm – North County Farm Tours\n5 farms open to tour:  \n\nBeeline Blooms\, Flip Flop Farm\, Homeless Garden Project\, Santa Cruz Permaculture\, Swanton Berry Farm\n\nCheck the Open Farm Tours website for all participating farm biographies\, printable & interactive maps with addresses\, guided tour schedules & farm activities.
URL:https://caff.org/event/santa-cruz-county-open-farm-tours/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Central Coast,Agritourism
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SUMMARY:Open Farm Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Cap off a weekend of Santa Cruz County Open Farm Tours with an unforgettable evening under the stars. We invite you to join us for CAFF’s 2nd Annual Open Farm Dinner on Sunday\, October 11th from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.\, hosted at the breathtaking Pajaro Pastures Ecological Ranch in Corralitos\, CA. \nThis year\, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the women who nourish our communities. In alignment with the United Nations declaring 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer\, this year’s gathering honors the resilience\, leadership\, and indispensable contributions of women across our food system—a cause CAFF has championed for decades. Enjoy a feast sourced from women and family farmers and ranchers across the region and prepared by renowned Chef Jessica Yarr. \nYour presence is more than just a seat at the table; it’s a direct investment in our shared future. Every ticket purchased\, raffle entry submitted\, and dollar donated directly fuels CAFF’s advocacy and programs supporting women-led and family-scale farms across California. \nCome hungry\, come ready to celebrate\, and join us for an evening of delicious food\, vibrant community\, and meaningful solidarity with the women who feed our world.
URL:https://caff.org/openfarmdinner/
LOCATION:Pajaro Pastures\, Corralitos\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sell More of What you Grow
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our upcoming event\, “Sell More of What you Grow”\, an evening presenting the Small Organic Farmer Marketing Toolkit by Brandon Wickes\, followed by a buyer’s panel discussion featuring Anaheim Union High School District\, Riverside Unified School District\, the Inland Empire Regional Food Hub\, and the EAT! Cultural Center. \nSpeakers: \nBrandon Wickes\, CAFF Organic Contractor \nSabina Giakoumis\, Anaheim Union High School District \nScott Berndt\, Riverside Unified School District and Inland Empire Regional Food Hub \nPatrick Mitchell\, EAT! Cultural Center \nRefreshments: \nFree Dinner provided for all guests* \n* Please RSVP by Wednesday\, October 7th in order to be included in the free dinner service
URL:https://actionnetwork.org/events/sell-more-of-what-you-grow#new_tab
LOCATION:South Coast Research and Extension Center\, 7601 Irvine Blvd.\, Irvine\, CA\, 92618\, United States
CATEGORIES:SoCal,Farmer Services,Organic
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SUMMARY:Sierra Foothills Farmer Gathering: Advocacy and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join CAFF and your fellow farmers for a farm tour\, dinner\, and discussion on what policy change you’d like to see to better support your farm or ranch. We’ll be gathering to hear your successes\, challenges\, and solutions for advocacy and action in Sacramento and beyond. \nThis event is free but open only to farmers\, including farm owners\, managers\, and employees. Thank you to Justin at Twin Peaks Orchards hosting us!
URL:https://actionnetwork.org/events/sierra-foothills-farmer-gathering-advocacy-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Twin Peaks Orchard\, 6105 CA-193\, Newcastle\, CA\, 95658\, United States
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