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SUMMARY:Raising Pigs on Small Acreage
DESCRIPTION:This farm tour is designed specifically for farmers interested in adding pigs to their operation or improving their current swine management practices on small acreage. Participants will learn the fundamentals of raising pigs in a sustainable and efficient while maximizing limited land resources.  \n Topics will include breed selection\, housing and fencing options\, feeding strategies\, pasture management\, and seasonal care considerations. The workshop will also cover animal health basics\, biosecurity\, and practical tips for handling and working with pigs safely.  \n By the end of the session\, participants will have a clear understanding of how to successfully integrate pigs into a small-scale farm\, reduce input costs\, and produce high-quality pork for personal use or local markets. The program will also provide an opportunity to connect with other veteran farmers and share experiences\, resources\, and support networks.  This event is made possible through the Cornell Small Farm Program’s Veteran in Agriculture Project\, Farm Ops\, and Cornell Cooperative Extension\, Sullivan County.  
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/raising-pigs-on-small-acreage/
LOCATION:All Family Farm\, 41 Upper Road\, Middletown\, New York\, 10940
CATEGORIES:Farm Ops
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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. 
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
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SUMMARY:Postponed - Farm Tour: Small Scale Farrow to Finish
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed. If you are interested in being contacted once the event has been rescheduled\, please email Nina Saeli at ns963@cornell.edu.  \nTop Notch Livestock & Meats houses boars\, barrows\, guilts\, and sows to support their farrowing to finish swine operation.  This farm tour will focus on the permanent infrastructure and equipment needs for separating various pig operations to facilitate biosecurity\, disease control\, and production efficiency. Approaches\, such as separating pigs by age\, production stage\, and health status provides for a safer environment for your pigs. Separating sites for breeding/gestation\, nursery\, and finishing\, reduces disease transmission between age groups and aids to ensure facilities/spaces are emptied\, cleaned\, and disinfected between groups. This tour will provide an opportunity to see the various types of support equipment\, such as waterer\, feeder\, etc… that can be used to support pigs at various stages of development and in various environments. \nTop Notch Livestock & Meats is family-operated farm dedicated to raising high-quality livestock and providing locally sourced meats directly to consumers. With a strong focus on animal husbandry\,  production practices\, and attention to detail from start to finish\, Top Notch takes pride in delivering a product customers can trust. From raising show-quality animals to supplying premium pork and lamb. The operation is rooted in a passion for agriculture and a commitment to supporting the local community with farm-fresh\, reliable meat.
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/farm-tour-small-scale-farrow-to-finish/
LOCATION:299 Yule Corners Rd\, Jordanville\, NY 13361\, 299 Yule Corners Road\, Jordanville\, New York\, 13361
CATEGORIES:Farm Ops
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SUMMARY:So You Think You Want to be a Market Gardener
DESCRIPTION:The Cornell Small Farms Program is pleased to offer an in-person workshop exploring the ins and outs of market gardening. This event is perfect for aspiring and beginning farmers who want to grow and sell vegetables produced intensively on small acreage.   \nWhether you are already growing vegetables for yourself and your family or planning for a future vegetable production farm enterprise\, this event will assist you make informed decisions on starting a market garden operation. Market gardening is not a one-size-fits-all technique\, so this event aims to help you understand the many techniques\, tactics\, and tools available to you.   \nParticipants will receive a copy of “The Market Gardener” by Jean Martin Fortier and facilitators will use the book to guide discussions on market garden design\, tillage options\, appropriate tools and machinery\, weed management\, season extension\, and crop rotation.  
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/so-you-think-you-want-to-be-a-market-gardener/
LOCATION:Centurion Farm\, LLC\, 287 Creek Road\, Locke\, NY\, 13092
CATEGORIES:Farm Ops
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