The Cornell Small Farms Program was established in 2001 as a program of Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) to increase research and extension for small farms.
We support and encourage the sustainability of diverse, thriving small farms.
In the years since, the Cornell Small Farms Program has engaged in research and extension projects focused on small farm viability by working collaboratively with a network of CALS faculty and staff, Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) educators, and other small farm advocates throughout New York.
These partnerships have helped our program offer an increasingly dynamic set of programming to engage farmers of all enterprises and experience levels. Thousands of farmers participate in our online courses, in-person trainings, and other programming each year.
We commit to ensuring, to the greatest extent possible, that our time, energy, and financial resources are committed equitably to all people. We will continue to be actively engaged and involved in relationship building, collaboration, and support of efforts to build diverse, equitable and just food systems. Read more about this commitment in our Equity and Justice Statement.
Our Vision
We envision a future in which small farms are recognized, respected, and supported as key to an equitable and resilient food system.
Our Mission
We support and uplift small-scale farming as a dignified, viable and meaningful livelihood by providing intentional, innovative, and inclusive services.
Our Work
We foster research, extension, and education projects that support and encourage the sustainability of diverse, thriving small farms.
History of the Cornell Small Farms Program
Interactive timeline coming soon...
Cornell Small Farms Program Staff
Current Student Interns
Key Partners
Project Partners
A complete list our partner network is coming soon. For now, you can see project partners on each project page.
Advisory Committee
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