BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cornell Small Farms - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Cornell Small Farms X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cornell Small Farms REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T000000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260515T191234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T191616Z UID:10000486-1781285400-1781308800@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Fungi\, Forage\, & Forest DESCRIPTION:Join the Beginning Farmer Training Program for Fungi\, Forage & Forest\, a two-day agroforestry event focused on mushroom cultivation\, wild edible plants\, and agroforestry practices. This educational event will feature presenters and educators from the Cornell Vegetable Program\, Niagara County Master Gardeners\, and the Cornell Small Farms Program. \nDesigned for farmers looking to diversify their operations\, as well as anyone interested in fungi\, foraging\, and forest-based growing systems\, participants will explore practical cultivation methods\, edible plant identification\, and sustainable agroforestry concepts through a combination of presentations and hands-on workshops. Most sessions will take place at the Niagara County Fairgrounds at Cornell Cooperative Extension Niagara County\, with the Shiitake Inoculation workshop held on-site at Heartland Organics. Limited capacity — early registration is encouraged. \nEvent Schedule\nFriday\, June 12 — CCE Niagara / Niagara County Fairgrounds \n\n5:30 PM — Buckets\, Beds & Totems\nExplore mushroom cultivation techniques featuring oyster mushrooms\, wine caps\, and lion’s mane mushrooms.\n\nSaturday\, June 13 — CCE Niagara / Niagara County Fairgrounds \n\n8:30 AM — Wild Edibles\nLearn about edible plants and responsible foraging practices focused on plants only (no wild mushroom foraging).\n12:00 PM — Agroforestry Talk\nDiscover how agroforestry systems can support farm diversification and sustainable land management.\n\nSaturday\, June 13 — Heartland Organics \n\n1:30 PM — Shiitake Inoculation\nParticipate in a hands-on shiitake inoculation workshop and learn the basics of log-grown mushroom production.\n\nThis work is supported by the Northeast Extension Risk Management Education project through the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. \nRegister\nhttps://pci.jotform.com/form/261315717037050 URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/fungi-forage-forest-2026/ LOCATION:Niagra County Fair Grounds\, 4487 Lake Ave\, Lockport\, NY\, 14094\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry,Mushrooms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Plant_Sale_2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cornell Cooperative Extension Niagara County":MAILTO:niagara@cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260521T173645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T140413Z UID:10000490-1781632800-1781638200@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Agroforestry: An Introduction to American Ginseng Cultivation DESCRIPTION:In association with Khuba International\, join Tracey Testo\, CCE Columbia-Greene Agroforestry Educator\, for an informative evening focused on cultivating American ginseng. This webinar will cover essential topics including ginseng botany\, site selection\, planting techniques\, harvesting practices\, marketing strategies\, and an overview of current regulations. \nDesigned for individuals exploring alternative forest-based income opportunities\, as well as those interested in small-scale cultivation for personal use\, this session offers practical\, research-based insights. Tracey brings over a decade of experience in working with and teaching about this important native crop of New York State. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-16-agroforestry-an-introduction-to-american-ginseng-cultivation/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Agroforestry,Mushrooms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bencaoquan-JhOuD2wEiJs-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T160000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260421T140231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T161313Z UID:10000439-1781960400-1781971200@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Shiitake Mushroom Log Yard Management Workshop DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will cover the basics of shiitake mushroom log yard management in a natural woodland setting. These production techniques result in the best quality shiitake that can be produced. These principles can be applied to many other wood-decomposing mushrooms\, including Lion’s Mane and Oyster. Workshop objectives: \n\nDiscuss tree species selection\, sourcing supplies such as inoculum strain selection (sawdust spawn) and necessary tools\nIdentify the appropriate bolt species and size\nInoculate and shock logs to force fruit mushrooms (will be demonstrated)\nStack shiitake logs to optimize production\nHarvest mushrooms at appropriate growth stage\nGrade mushrooms maturity\, shape\, color\, and freedom from defects\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to tour a working mushroom yard where you can see the principles of production in action. We will discuss the best management practices for outdoor cultivation of wood-decomposing mushrooms. This form of agriculture is perfect for anyone wanting to incorporate their woodlands into applied agroforestry.  \nEducators will discuss the finances behind natural log production\, and regulations on value-added products. CSFP mushroom specialist Connor Youngerman will speak on regulations for processing mushrooms into value-added products and share useful mushroom research results from across the industry. \nWe will leave plenty of time for questions. Inoculated mushroom logs will be available to take home for the first 25 registrants (one log per household).  \nContact: Connor Youngerman (czy2@cornell.edu) with any questions.  \n\n\n \n \n Farm Ops Registration: 2026 Shiitake Mushroom Log Yard Management Workshop\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n \n Step 1 of 4\n \n \n 25%\n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.EligibilityDo you live in New York State?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Administrative InformationAre you a military veteran or currently serving?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n CountyAlbanyAlleganyBronxBroomeCattaraugusCayugaChautauquaChemungChenangoClintonColumbiaCortlandDelawareDutchessErieEssexFranklinFultonGeneseeGreeneHamiltonHerkimerJeffersonKingsLewisLivingstonMadisonMonroeMontgomeryNassauNew YorkNiagaraOneidaOnondagaOntarioOrangeOrleansOswegoOtsegoPutnamQueensRensselaerRichmondRocklandSaint LawrenceSaratogaSchenectadySchoharieSchuylerSenecaSteubenSuffolkSullivanTiogaTompkinsUlsterWarrenWashingtonWayneWestchesterWyomingYatesFarm Business Name (if operational)What best describes your agricultural work?*\n \n \n I am an aspiring farmer (not yet farming)\n \n \n \n I am a farm manager\, employee\, intern\, volunteer\, etc.\n \n \n \n I am a beginning farmer (farming less than 10 years)\n \n \n \n I am a farmer\, who has been farming for over 10 years\n \n \n \n Not represented here\n If your answer was not represented above\, please provide us this information below.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inoculated mushroom logs will be available to take home for the first 25 registrants (one log per household). Would you like to take one home?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DemographicsAre you affiliated (work for) with Cornell University?*\n \n \n Are you affiliated (work for) with Cornell University?\n \n \n \n Cooperative Extension\n \n \n \n Faculty\n \n \n \n Staff\n \n \n \n No Affiliation\n How do you identify?*\n \n \n Female\n \n \n \n Male\n \n \n \n Gender Non-Conforming\n \n \n \n Prefer Not to Answer\n With which of the following races or ethnic groups do you identify?*\n \n African American/Black\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Hawaiian Native/Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n Hispanic/Latino\n \n \n White\n \n \n Prefer Not to Answer\n \n \n Other\n NOTE: The social definition of “race” has resulted in systemic institutional racism and made it more challenging for people of color to farm. We ask this question as one measure toward our goal of supporting ALL people who farm or want to farm. You can read more about this commitment in our Equity and Justice Statement on our About page.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-20-shiitake-mushroom-log-yard-management-workshop/ LOCATION:Hawk Meadow Farm\, 5066 Mott Evans Rd.\, Trumansburg\, NY\, 14886\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry,Farm Ops,Mushrooms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/D7503E56-E635-4C36-8888-4264FD14293B_1_105_c-e1778861574647.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260527T163241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T145223Z UID:10000494-1782226800-1782331200@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Cultivating a Farmer-Led Regional Agroforestry Transformation DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA-VT\, along with NOFA-Mass\, CISA\, and others\, for a regional gathering of agroforestry farmers seeking to dive deeply into relationship-building\, regional connectivity\, and food systems transformation. \nOver two days and multiple shared meals\, agroforesters from across the Northeast will come together to learn from one another\, build connections and relationships across state lines\, and collectively visualize a regional agroforestry transformation. Together\, we’ll learn from innovative farms thinking outside the box to develop the regional capacity for viable tree crop economies and explore the potential these systems have to transform our agricultural landscapes and our food system\, all while supporting organic practices and boosting the health of the soil and of native pollinators. \nOur first afternoon will be held at Yellowbud Farm in Northfield\, MA\, where we will explore how the farm is reimagining the landscape of tree crop genetics and planting stock across the Northeast. The following morning\, we’ll reconvene at Carr’s Ciderhouse in Hadley\, MA\, for collaborative working sessions that focus on intentionally strengthening our regional agroforestry network. \nIn the afternoon\, we’ll tour Preservation Orchard and Meadowfed Lamb\, and travel to Big River Chestnuts in Sunderland\, MA\, where we will learn how these farmers are building functional value chains and ecological economies for specialty tree crops and are considering how to strategically build out the processing capacity\, genetic resources\, and equitable markets needed to move this movement forward. \nThis event is an opportunity for experienced tree-crop farmers and agroforestry practitioners to broaden and deepen their regional relationships\, acknowledge challenges\, dive deeply into collaborative problem-solving\, and exercise collective visioning around a regional food system transformation. \nAt this gathering\, we will:\n\nTour farms reimagining tree crop genetics\, marketing\, and processing in Western MA\nConnect with other agroforestry producers from across the Northeast\nEngage in collaborative working sessions geared toward strengthening regional connections and shared learning\nLearn about opportunities for expanding organic production and enhancing biodiversity health\nContribute to the long-term vision for a robust regional tree crop economy\n\nDate\, Time\, & Location:\nTuesday\, 6/23\, from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm (including dinner) – Yellowbud Farm\nWednesday\, 6/24\, from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (including dinner) – Carr’s Ciderhouse\, Meadowfed Lamb\, Big River Chestnuts \nPresenters:\n\nJesse Marksohn – Yellowbud Farm\nJono Neiger – Big River Chestnuts\nMatt Kaminsky – Meadowfed Lamb / Preservation Orchards\nJonathan Carr and Nicole Blum – Carr’s Ciderhouse\nKeynote speakers\n\nElspeth Hay\, author of Feed Us with Trees\, in conversation with Russell Wallack of Breadtree Farms.\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration details:\nAttending the farm tours and working sessions is free for farmers\, thanks to the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program. Registration fees for farmers listed below contribute to the cost of the food. If cost is a barrier\, please reach out to kevin@nofavt.org \nCost:\nBoth Days- Tuesday\, June 23\, and Wednesday\, June 24 \n$50 for farmers\n$125 non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nSingle Day- Tuesday\, June 23 \n$25 for farmers\n$50 for non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nSingle Day- Wednesday\, June 24 \n$25 for farmers\n$75 for non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nPlease note that transportation and lodging are not provided or included in the registration fee. \nLooking to book a room in the area? We have arranged a hotel block at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Greenfield\, MA\, for a discounted rate. Reserve using this link or book by phone and ask for the NOFA-VT room rate. Book before June 1 to receive the discounted rate. Please note that rooms may still be available after June 1\, but not at the discounted rate. \n  \nAttendees are welcome to join us for the day on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, or both!  \nThis event is generously funded by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program\, the Institute for Agroecology\, the UVM Food Systems Research Institute\, and the One Hive Foundation. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-23-cultivating-a-farmer-led-regional-agroforestry-transformation/ LOCATION:Yellowbud Farm\, 544 Millers Falls Rd\, Northfield\, MA\, 01360\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Big-River-Chestnuts.png ORGANIZER;CN="NOFA-VT":MAILTO:medina@nofavt.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T140000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260609T153309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153309Z UID:10000514-1784284200-1784296800@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Twin Oaks Dairy Silvopasture Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us at Twin Oaks Dairy to learn about how they are incorporating trees into their dairy grazing systems (aka silvopasture)! \nHere’s what you can look forward to: \n\nLearn about Twin Oaks’ rotational grazing system\nHear about the farm’s motivations for planting trees into pastures\, lessons learned\, and plans for the future\nTour two silvopasture plantings: one planted in 2021 including 20ft tall black locusts and one newly planted this spring\nLearn from experts about how and why silvopasture could benefit your grazing operation\nPlentiful opportunity for conversation – we welcome everyone to share their knowledge\, experiences\, and questions\n\n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear for walking around pastures. If anyone needs assistance with the walk to the silvopasture plantings\, UTV’s will be available to assist. \nPhotos and videos may be collected during the event and shared to a broader audience. If this is an issue\, please let us know. \nThis on-farm event is a collaboration between Twin Oaks Dairy\, American Farmland Trust\, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team\, CCE Tompkins County\, CCE Schuyler County\, CCE Harvest NY\, National Grazing Lands Coalition\, Cortland County SWCD\, NOFA-NY\, and Dairy Grazing Alliance. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-07-17-twin-oaks-dairy-silvopasture-walk/ LOCATION:Twin Oaks Dairy\, 3214 State Route 13\, Truxton\, NY\, 13158\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T223000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260602T191107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191107Z UID:10000497-1785484800-1785796200@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Northern Nut Growers and Chestnut Growers of America Joint Conference DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and plan to attend the 117th Annual NNGA Conference\, held jointly with the Chestnut Growers of America on the University of Massachusetts–Amherst campus. The planning committee has developed an exciting and informative program that will appeal to researchers\, commercial growers\, hobbyists\, and nut enthusiasts alike. \nProgram details\, presenters\, and lodging and registration information will appear in the spring and summer issues of The Nutshell and at the NNGA and CGA websites. Updates will be posted on the event page as they become available. \nConference Schedule & Highlights \nFriday\, July 31 \n\nAfternoon registration and welcome reception\nDinner followed by the traditional Show and Tell session\n\nSaturday & Sunday\, August 1-2 \n\nFull-day concurrent technical sessions with late-afternoon panel discussions\nPosters and exhibits on display from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon\nSaturday evening: Auction benefiting research programs of both organizations\nSunday evening: Banquet\, preceded by group photo and social hour (cash bar)\n\nMonday\, August 3 \n\nMorning field tour with lunch and an afternoon option to visit either Breadtree Farms (Upper Hudson Valley) or the Lockwood Farm/Sleeping Giant chestnut plantation managed by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\nDue to travel distances\, expect a late-afternoon return to campus when planning lodging and flights\n\nScholarships are available! \nAre you a beginning\, struggling orchardist\, a student studying agriculture? Contact our Scholarship committee for additional discount options for the conference. Contact mj@savannainstitute.org for more information.  Please fill out the scholarship application\, available HERE. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-07-31-northern-nut-growers-and-chestnut-growers-of-america-joint-conference/ LOCATION:UMass Amherst\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260610T120555 CREATED:20260602T191549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191549Z UID:10000498-1792742400-1792947600@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Gather to Grow Forest Farming Conference DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Gather to Grow multi-day Forest Farming conference will be held in Blacksburg\, Virginia on October 23-25\, 2026 and feature learning and networking with the community at the heartwood of forest farming in Appalachia and beyond. \nThe conference will be held at the Inn at Virginia Tech & Skelton Conference Center on campus and will feature learning\, networking\, and growing with the community surrounding forest farming of botanicals\, mushrooms\, syrups\, and decorative products in Appalachia. Keynote speakers\, an industry panel\, regional meet-ups\, producer stories\, and an expanded expo are all things to look forward to. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-10-23-gather-to-grow-forest-farming-conference/ LOCATION:The Inn at Virginia Tech\, Blacksburg\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR