Posts by Violet Stone

Violet's work focuses on creating retreats, workshops and programs for the agricultural community centered on themes of connection, wellness, purpose, integrity and courage. She sees this work as contributing to a more inclusive ‘culture’ of agriculture where all voices are warmly welcomed, honored and celebrated, including the voices of our ‘inner teachers’, sometimes referred to as 'spirit' or 'soul'. Violet serves as the NY SARE Coordinator and can help farmers and educators navigate NESARE grant opportunities.

Cornell Small Farms Program Update

By Violet Stone / October 6, 2014

Message from the Editor It happens every year, and always surprises me.  Last summer, just after the first long, soaking rain of summer, I walked out to the garden to…

Cornell Small Farms Program Update

By Violet Stone / July 8, 2014

Message from the Editor It happens every year, and always surprises me.  Last summer, just after the first long, soaking rain of summer, I walked out to the garden to…

Sustainable Farm Energy: 2014 Virtual Tours Start April 4th

By Violet Stone / April 1, 2014

Are you looking to stabilize rising fuel and energy costs on your farm or homestead?  Are you seeking more sustainable sources of energy?  In this upcoming four-part webinar series, you’ll…

Small Farmers: Is it Time to Add a Bigger Market?

By Violet Stone / March 18, 2014

Statewide meeting March 24th features farmers’ perspectives on food hubs, grocery stores, restaurants & more…. The practice of direct-marketing — selling products face-to-face via farmers markets, CSA’s or farm stands…

Rescheduled: NY Small Farms Summit for March 24th

By Violet Stone / March 11, 2014

Due to heavy snow and freezing rain forecast across upstate New York, the 2014 NY Small Farms Summit, Beyond Direct Marketing: Exploring New Ways to Sell, is rescheduled for March…

NY Small Farms Summit: Wayne Cty Site Added!

By Violet Stone / February 21, 2014

We are pleased to announce a new host site location for the 2014 NY Small Farms Summit. If you are located in the Fingerlakes Region, you can now attend the…

Last Call! Where do YOU Sell? Survey closes soon

By Violet Stone / February 21, 2014

Thank you to the 450 farmers that have taken this survey! Since responses are still pouring in, we have extended the deadline to Wednesday, February 26th to give you a…

Register Now for "Beyond Direct Marketing: Exploring New Ways to Sell"

By Violet Stone / February 13, 2014

Are you currently selling through a farmers’ market, csa, u-pick, or road-side stand? How well is it working? Direct-marketing can offer the satisfaction of a personal relationship with the customer,…

Small Farmer Survey: Where do YOU sell?

By Violet Stone / February 10, 2014

Are you satisfied with your current marketing strategy?  Looking for new or better ways to sell your products?  The Cornell Small Farms Program is seeking farmer input to better understand small farm marketing…

Cornell Small Farms Program Update

By Violet Stone / January 14, 2014

Message from the Managing Editor Happy 2014! I’ve been advised by older relatives that as we age, time speeds up, and the years pass more quickly.  This was especially true…