Rich Mattingly
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Finding the Tractor That Fits Your Farm
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For farmers deciding whether it is time to invest in a tractor, the stakes are high. A tractor can open the door to greater efficiency and safer work, or it can become an expensive mismatch. The recent two-day Tractor Operations and Safety Workshop hosted by Cornell Small Farms led participants through the basics of tractor…
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Branching Out: Veterans Grow Their Fruit Tree Knowledge
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Veterans across New York State are gaining hands-on skills in fruit tree production through a unique learning cohort developed by the Cornell Small Farms Program’s Farm Ops project. Over the past two growing seasons, the program has helped dozens of veterans grow their confidence, technical abilities, and farming networks. Farm Ops project lead Nina Saeli…
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Farmer veterans learn the fencing basics with Farm Ops
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WEST ONEONTA, N.Y. — Veterans and beginning farmers gathered May 30 at Turrell Farm for a hands-on livestock fencing workshop hosted by Farm Ops, the veterans project of the Cornell Small Farms Program. The full-day event, titled “Fencing 101: The Basics,” provided participants with practical instruction in both temporary and permanent fencing systems. The workshop…
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Farm Ops Virtual Event May 20, 2025 Field-Expedient Photography: Capturing Your Farm’s Story with Your Phone
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As a veteran, you know the value of adaptability, attention to detail, and getting the job done with the tools at hand. That same mindset that served you in uniform can help you take better photos, with the gear you already have in your pocket, so you can showcase your farm, create a record of…
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The Future of Small Farming is Fungi
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In October, Hawk Meadow Farm near Ithaca, NY, hosted a hands-on shiitake cultivation workshop, sponsored by the Cornell Small Farms Program, drawing a diverse group of gardeners, homesteaders, and farmers from traditionally underserved communities, eager to learn the art of growing shiitake mushrooms from logs. The workshop blended ecological philosophy and historical context with practical…
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Farm Ops In-Person Grafting Workshop
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Farm Ops, in collaboration with Ort Family Farm, is proud to present an exclusive, hands-on grafting workshop designed for growers, gardeners, and horticulture enthusiasts. This in-person event, held at Cornell AgriTech in Gevena, NY, provides a unique opportunity to delve into the time-honored practice of grafting fruit trees under the expert guidance of Roger Ort,…
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Veterans Grow Together at VanKeuren Square
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In Syracuse, NY, veterans at the VanKeuren Square apartments are finding healing and connection through the therapeutic power of gardening. Located in the heart of the city, VanKeuren Square is a 50-unit development specifically designed with veterans in mind. Named after Robert Van Keuren of Canandaigua, co-founder of the National Coalition of Homeless Veterans, half…
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NYCAMH Offers Support for Farmers Facing Physical and Safety Challenges
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With more than 100 agricultural workers injured every day and seven out of ten farms shuttered within five years of a serious accident, the risks are clear — but so is the help. Farming remains one of the most dangerous occupations in the U.S., and unlike many industries, farms present a unique risk to family…
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Farm Ops hosts In-Person, Guided Tour of Ort Family Farm – April 25, 2025
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Farm Ops is proud to partner with Ort Family Farm to offer farmer veterans an exclusive in-person tour, exploring orchard management and specialty crop production. This event is ideal for those interested in sustainable farming, expanding agricultural knowledge, and learning how a diverse orchard thrives in New York State. Ort Family Farm features more than…
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Farm Ops Offering Virtual Grafting Seminar With Roger Ort
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Farm Ops is offering a virtual seminar led by Roger Ort, owner and head grower at Ort Family Farm, to explore the fascinating world of grafting. Roger will guide you through the rich history and practical techniques of this ancient horticultural practice. With decades of experience and a passion for unusual fruits, Roger has honed…
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