This event is perfect for veterans who want to learn about high tunnels and their benefits, such as season extension, plant protection from extreme weather, and disease and insect prevention. Farmer veteran James Turrell is inviting fellow veterans to his farm to teach them about high tunnel basics. Participants will work together to put plastic […]
Join Shontaé Cannon-Buckley and Violet Stone on Saturday, May 11th, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, for a community lunch served by Breva Kitchen followed by conversation and restorative yoga drawn from the book “Pause, Rest, Be. Stillness Practices for Courage in Times of Change” by Octavia F. Raheem. Our gathering will take place in […]
Small Farms Online Course Instructor’s Retreat We come together as online course instructors, but the skills, gifts, and roles that come through us to serve the world are countless and ever evolving. We are instructors, yes, but may also be farmers, parents, fire-builders, chefs, artists, lawn mowers, peace-makers, dancers or any of hundreds of other […]
Join us Monday, August 19th from 9:30am – noon at Asha Laaya Farm to begin getting to know Monu, Jay, and Tamla (three of Asha Laaya’s managers), and start exploring opportunities to support this energetic and expanding farm community. Our time together Monday will focus on fellowship, communication, and learning. We invite you to come ready to engage in meaningful connection, offer […]
Join urban earthworkers and herbalists Jawhara Taitt and Angel Torres for a transformative virtual workshop oncalled “Getting to the Root of Fear”. An important element of this workshop is trust. We invite all participants who strive toward being attentive and present for the entire 2 hour session. Please join us from a comfortable, quiet space where confidentially is possible. About the Program: We created this program to help humans heal […]
All are welcome at this celebration of farmer and earthworker wellness. Herbal Workshop by Jamillah of Mawu Lisa Music by Meliq, Tashonda, Haleem, and Venus. Teas by Meliq and vegan refreshments provided. Cosponsored by the Cornell Small Farms Program’s Growing Together Project.
The Cornell Small Farms Program is pleased to invite small-scale farmers, earth tenders and earth workers to a Shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop at Hawk Meadow Farm in Trumansburg, NY. We welcome mushroom enthusiasts of all backgrounds, identities and stages to join us for this hands-on, comprehensive introduction led by expert, Steve Sierigk. In addition to […]
Farming can bring joy, delight, and awe, from apples reddening to lambs leaping. It can also be tireless and demanding. The energy and attention required to tend and harvest abundant food on any scale can make it hard to live in balance with life’s many other demands. When we consider the additional stresses of living […]
Plan or Improve Your Food Business Series This unique offering is for food producers and entrepreneurs in northern New York. It’s best suited to producers who want to engage in […]
DATES: February 4 | 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM – break – 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM February 6 | 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM – break – 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM February 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM – break – 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM February 13 | 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM – break – 1:00 PM – […]
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 […]
Are you curious about the art of beekeeping and its vital role in our ecosystem? Join us for an engaging seminar where we’ll explore the basics of caring for bees, […]
How do you choose fencing that’s right for you and your animals? How do you know which products you’ll need to purchase and install? Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Specialists, Amy […]
Farm Ops, in collaboration with Ort Family Farm, is excited to host an exclusive hands-on grafting workshop. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to learn and practice grafting techniques on tree fruit, receiving instruction from Roger Ort, an experienced horticulturist and farmer. Participants will get to work with select rootstocks and scions, gaining practical […]
How do you choose fencing that’s right for you and your animals? How do you know which products you’ll need to purchase and install? Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Specialists, Amy […]
