FINAL Farm Energy Field Day this Friday!
The final Farm Energy Field Day is this Friday, October 11. If you’re interested in finding out how you can use solar energy on your farm, this field day is for you!
This is your opportunity to get “How to” information, view customized equipment on the farm, and network with other energy enthusiasts. This field day is free and open to the public and refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by Northeast SARE and the Cornell Small Farms Program. To learn about NE SARE funding opportunities, visit www.nesare.org. For more sustainable farm energy resources, visit https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/resources/farm-energy/.
Region: Central NY, Schoharie County
Address: Schoharie Valley Farms, 5605 State Route 30, Schoharie, NY 12157
October 11, 2013. 10 am – noon. Sourcing Solar: On-Farm Production to Retail. Join proprietor/producer Richard Ball for a tour of one of the premier diversified vegetable farms and retail outlets in the region. Located off a high volume state highway (SR 30) a short distance from I-88, Schoharie Valley Farms draws consistently heavy customer traffic seeking locally sourced farm products. Learn how the energy derived from a large solar array installation benefits farm production, processing, cold storage, food service, and retail. Treat yourself to a marvelous lunch and/or baked goods following the tour. More info on Schoharie Valley Farms athttp://www.schoharievalleyfarms.com/. Free and open to the public! Refreshments will be provided. Event co-hosted by David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties. Map. Pre-registration preferred here or email Ryan Maher, ryan.maher@cornell.edu. Walk-ins welcome!
