Franklin's Agricultural Commission discussed how to boost local farm visits, the top need of the town's farmers. Chair Marian Elizabeth Szymanski was assigned to research how Medway conducted its "Farm Hop" event and to survey Franklin farmers about participation. The Commission brainstormed
Franklin Agricultural Commission unanimously votes to expand Zucchini Race with farming programming. Chair Marian Elizabeth Szymanski, Vice Chair Charles J. Koshivas, and Associate Jennifer Anderson Sweeney reported on the July 24 annual Zucchini Race at the Franklin Farmers Market, which drew 43
Franklin Agricultural Commission recruits volunteers to support local farmers. Chair Marian Szymanski reported that consultation with local farmers and other Massachusetts commissions identified three core needs: directing residents to local farms, coordinating volunteer assistance, and helping
Agricultural commission plans three activities for this summer's farmer's markets and is pursuing strategic regional engagement. The Franklin Agricultural Commission agreed to operate seed sowing on June 5, zucchini races on July 24, and pumpkin celebration on October 2, while engaging local
The Franklin Agricultural Commission finalized plans for an April 18 Earth Day Farmer's Market featuring over 15 farms and local makers, in partnership with Fairmount Farm and the Conservation Commission. After scheduling conflicts forced cancellation of an April 22 in-person informational event
Franklin Agricultural Commission meets with Town Administrator on Right-to-Farm initiative. Members presented their case for a Right-to-Farm bylaw; Town Administrator Jamie Hellen agreed to research the proposal and suggested crafting a customized version to minimize resistance from other town
Franklin Agricultural Commission approves website link for PowerPoint presentation. The five-member commission unanimously backed the proposal, contingent on town sign-off, and finalized planning for two upcoming public events: an Earth Day celebration with the Conservation Commission and Fairmount
The Franklin Agricultural Commission held an online meeting on January 26 with five items on the agenda, including discussion of "More Farm than Fancy" Farm, interviews with local farmers for storyboards, Earth Day 2026 planning, a scheduled meeting with the Town Administrator, and information for
Franklin Agricultural Commission schedules outreach to town administrator on three farm initiatives. The commission voted unanimously to approve November minutes and agreed to request a meeting with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen to discuss possible use of Schmidt's Farm land, making Franklin a
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