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May

2025 CT Pomological Society Summer Field Day June 17, Southington CT

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2025 CT POMOLOGICAL SOCIETY SUMMER FIELD DAY
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Rogers Orchards, 336 Long Bottom Road, Southington, CT
Free to Attend, Please RSVP
Schedule of Events:
• 3:00 – Arrival at Retail Store (336 Long Bottom Rd.)
• 3:15 – Opening Remarks/Welcome/Tour of Packing Facility
• 4:00 – Head to Longview Ciderhouse (36 Long Bottom Rd.)
• 4:30 – Brief Overview of Farm History and Planting Modernization
• 5:00 – Time to Visit Vendors/Equipment; Cider Truck Open
• 5:30 – Dinner
• 6:15 – Start Educational Meeting (~1 CEU requested)
• 7:30 – AdjournEducational Meeting:

  • “Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Plum Curculio Control” (~15 minutes)
    • Jaime Pinero – UMass Extension
  • “Codling Moth and Oriental Fruit Moth Management” (~15 minutes)
    • Ajay Giri – UMass Extension
  • “Managing Summer Fruit Rot Diseases in Tree Fruit” (~15 minutes)
    • Elizabeth Garafalo – UMass Extension
  • “UConn Fruit and IPM Update” (~15 minutes)
    • Evan Lentz and Mark Nelson – UConn Extension
If you would like to have a vendor/information table or demonstrate equipment, contact Erica at ctpomsoc@gmail.com
27
May

Veteran Farmers Market- Vendors and Makers sought- Aug 4 in Rocky Hill

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Veteran Farmers Market- Vendors and Makers sought- Aug 4 in Rocky Hill

Join veterans August 4, 2025, for a farmers market featuring products from Connecticut’s Veteran Farmers. You’ll shop from a variety of products, from fruits and veggies to wine and baked goods, all grown by the state’s Veteran Farmers. There will also be food trucks owned by Veteran Farmers, ready to serve up snacks and a delicious meal.

The market will be held on the beautiful Connecticut Veterans Affairs campus in Rocky Hill, and there will be a special performance by RipChord, the 102d Army Band of the Connecticut National Guard, from 4-5pm in the Auditorium.

Vendor Sign-Up

Veteran Farmers and Makers Wanted

  • Deadline to sign up is June 30, 2025.
  • Limited space is available.
  • Vendor spaces are free to Veteran Farmers, Makers, and Food Purveyors.
  • Health permit requirements as applicable.
  • The Market will be outdoors; if there is inclement weather, it will be held in the Auditorium.
  • Insurance coverage required.

Sign up here: Veteran Farmers Market – Connecticut Veteran Grown

04
May

Passport to CT Wine Country from May through December 2025

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Passport to CT Wine Country from May through December 2025

Features 36 Participating Farm Wineries and More than 100 Prizes 
The highly anticipated 2025 Passport to Connecticut Wine Country program officially kicked off on May 1, inviting Connecticut residents and out of state visitors, to explore 36 participating farm wineries while collecting stamps, savoring local flavors, and earning the chance to win a prize.

This year’s program celebrates the dedication and diversity of Connecticut’s farm wine scene, from charming countryside vineyards to family-owned estates producing award-winning vintages. With each visit, guests can collect a stamp and build toward entries into prize drawings of unique experiences in Connecticut.

“The Passport to CT Wine Country is more than just a challenge. It’s a way to support local growers and winemakers, discover hidden gems, and connect with the people behind the wine,” said Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt. “With eight months to visit locations, this is an opportunity to patronize other local businesses as you plan a day, or weekend, of visits while having fun with family or friends.”

As part of the Passport journey this year, participants can opt to use the digital app available through Apple App Store or Google Play or pick up a printed passport book at a participating farm winery. Both the printed book and app can be obtained at no cost.

At each participating farm winery, guests can collect a digital or physical stamp which equals one point towards a reward level. Upon reaching a prize level, those points will enter them into a prize drawing. More than 60 prizes will be available, valued at more than $10,000 total, divided among three award categories. The three tiers are Taster (12 or more stamps), Sommelier (18 or more stamps), and Winemaker (35 or more stamps). Participants who visit 35 participating farm wineries will also be eligible for a commemorative gift, with up to 50 names drawn at random to recognize their support of Connecticut’s farm wineries.

Connecticut has more than 45 licensed farm wineries, with 36 participating in the Passport program this year. All licensed farm wineries in Connecticut are required to use a minimum of 25% Connecticut Grown fruit. Additionally, some farm wineries have the CT Grown designation as part of a voluntary program to highlight farm wineries using at least 51% Connecticut Grown fruit.

The 2025 Passport program concludes on December 31, 2025, and the prize drawing will be held no later than January 31, 2026. For more information about Connecticut Farm Wineries or the Passport to Connecticut Wine Country, visit their website at ctwinecountry.com.

27
Apr

CT Farmers’ Market Networking Event April 30 in New Haven

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CT Farmers’ Market Networking Event April 30 in New Haven

Join the newly formed Connecticut Farmers’ Market Association for an evening of connecting with fellow market managers, board members, and community partners at the beautiful Hotel Marcel New Haven on April 30 from 5 to 7 pm. This in-person event is your opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build relationships within our community. Whether you’re a seasoned market manager or just starting out, this event is perfect for networking and learning from others in the industry. Don’t miss out on this chance to grow your network and expand your knowledge. RSVP at this link:

CT Farmers’ Market Association Networking Event Tickets, Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM | Eventbrite

 

22
Mar

Proposed New Milford Agricultural Zoning Regulation Public Hearing Tuesday, March 25

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Proposed New Milford Agricultural Zoning Regulation Public Hearing Tuesday, March 25

Greetings,

The continued Public Hearing on the draft agricultural zoning regulations is scheduled for Tuesday evening at 7 PM at Town Hall.  The attached document represents the changes discussed between the Committee and the community members present at the Committee meetings on February 10th and February 26th.

If there are any questions, please reach out to me at steven.kleppin3@gmail.com

Steve Kleppin

See changes below:

NMAgRegulationsMarch2025

 

 

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