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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260504T151524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T151524Z UID:10000465-1780477200-1780500600@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Silvopasture Forest Conversion Workshop DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 3\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM in Acra\, NY \nSilvopasture is an Agroforestry Practice of integrating trees\, forage\, and rotationally grazed livestock into one system. This can involve planting trees in pasture\, or thinning trees in the woods and establishing grasses. \nJoin Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia-Greene\, Ulster County educators\, along with forester Jeff Jourdain\, for a full day of Converting Forest to Silvopasture at the Agroforestry Resource Center. The workshop will have a Forest to Silvopasture focus and topics to be discussed include: planning\, equipment\, follow-through\, and economics to thinning your woods. In the afternoon\, we plan to head across the street to Siuslaw Model Forest\, where we can identify and discuss site selection and assessment. Along the way\, educators will discuss managing livestock\, species selection\, benefits\, and what resources are available. This workshop is for farmers\, landowners\, and service providers who are practicing Silvopasture in the forest or are interested in applying or teaching these concepts. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-03-silvopasture-forest-conversion-workshop/ LOCATION:CCE Columbia & Greene\, 479 NY-66\, Hudson\, NY\, 12534\, United States CATEGORIES:Agroforestry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/830EB065-19E1-496D-AA3D-0B6BD7223EBF.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260323T220717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T191214Z UID:10000437-1780740000-1780747200@smallfarms.cornell.edu 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.   \n\n\n \n \n Farm Ops Registration: 2026 Raising Pigs on Small Acreage\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n \n Step 1 of 4\n \n \n 25%\n \n \n 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 Are you currently operating a pig enterprise?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 1-2 years.\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 3-5 years.\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 5-10 years.\n \n \n \n No\, I just want to learn about raising pigs.\n What type of pig production enterprise are you currently operating? Choose all that apply.\n \n  Farrow to Wean (you farrow and sell weaned piglets)\n \n \n Farrow to Feeder (you farrow and sell feeder piglets) \n \n \n Farrow to Finish (you farrow and raise to finish weight)\n \n \n Wean to Finish (you purchase a weaned piglet and raise to finished weight)\n \n \n Feeder to Finish (you purchase a feeder piglet and raise to finished weight)\n \n \n Seedstock Production (you raise sows and/or boars and produce piglets to sustain pure breeds/genetics)\n \n \n Show Pigs\n \n \n Other\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/raising-pigs-on-small-acreage/ LOCATION:All Family Farm\, 41 Upper Road\, Middletown\, New York\, 10940 CATEGORIES:Farm Ops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Berkshire-Pigs-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20251029T154157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T154345Z UID:10000220-1780923600-1780932600@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Annie's Project Classic: Risk Management for Farm Women DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman engaged in farming in NYS? Would you like to learn and network with other farm women\, and learn how to strengthen your farming operation? Join Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Albany\, Allegany\, Broome\, Schoharie-Otsego\, Tioga\, and Onondaga counties\, for a virtual Annie’s Project this winter as we explore these topics and help you grow your toolbox! \nAnnie’s Project is a six-week virtual experience designed especially for farm women to help them develop their management and decision-making skills for their farms. Annie’s Project is designed for farm women who have been in farming\, or agri-business\, or part of the food system for three to five years\, and want to develop their understanding\, interpretation\, and opportunities in sustainable agriculture. Annie’s Project gives farm women the opportunity to learn from female agricultural professionals and network with other women in similar situations. \nAnnie’s Project provides education in production\, price or market\, financial\, institutional and legal\, and human and personal risk. At the end of six weeks\, participants will possess the following skills sets: \n\nUnderstand personality types to communicate better with business partners\nPut family living expenses together with other costs of doing business on the farm\nIdentify production risks on-farm and prioritize risk management strategies to minimize losses\nInterpret balance sheets\, income statements\, and cash flow projections to make business decisions\nConfidence in review of labor laws\, requirements\, and their implications\nDevelop an inventory of current Human Capitol & make a plan to address any weaknesses and contingency plan if a ‘position’ becomes open\nUnderstand farm family labor vs off farm labor. how to offer benefits & when it’s time to hire outside help\nCommunicate expectations of family vs hired labor\nUnderstand insurance options to cover Human Resource concerns\nUnderstand how assets are titled and learn about estate planning tools\nConsider and evaluate available marketing opportunities\nUnderstand how to distinguish your commodity\nUnderstand tools and resources for stress management & farm equipment needs specific to farm women\n\nThe cost is $50 for the series and includes a portfolio\, access to all presentations and worksheets\, access to financial and legal advice\, and support from a variety of community partners. The series will take place on Mondays from 1-3:30pm. The first session\, November 3rd\, and final session\, December 8th will be in person to help kickstart connections with farm women in your region as we explore communication styles and methods of communication. We encourage participants to choose their closest Cornell Cooperative Extension office for these in-person sessions\, or participate virtually the entire series. \nFor more information on the curriculum and program logistics\, please contact Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2025-11-03-annies-project-classic-risk-management-for-farm-women/2026-06-08/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/NY_AP_Classic_Nov-Dec_2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260307T181713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T181713Z UID:10000338-1780923600-1780932600@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Annie’s Project Classic: Risk Management for Farm Women DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman engaged in farming in NYS? Would you like to learn and network with other farm women\, and learn how to strengthen your farming operation? Join Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Albany\, Allegany\, Broome\, Schoharie-Otsego\, Tioga\, and Onondaga counties\, for a virtual Annie’s Project this winter as we explore these topics and help you grow your toolbox! \nAnnie’s Project is a six-week virtual experience designed especially for farm women to help them develop their management and decision-making skills for their farms. Annie’s Project is designed for farm women who have been in farming\, or agri-business\, or part of the food system for three to five years\, and want to develop their understanding\, interpretation\, and opportunities in sustainable agriculture. Annie’s Project gives farm women the opportunity to learn from female agricultural professionals and network with other women in similar situations. \nAnnie’s Project provides education in production\, price or market\, financial\, institutional and legal\, and human and personal risk. At the end of six weeks\, participants will possess the following skills sets: \n\nUnderstand personality types to communicate better with business partners\nPut family living expenses together with other costs of doing business on the farm\nIdentify production risks on-farm and prioritize risk management strategies to minimize losses\nInterpret balance sheets\, income statements\, and cash flow projections to make business decisions\nConfidence in review of labor laws\, requirements\, and their implications\nDevelop an inventory of current Human Capitol & make a plan to address any weaknesses and contingency plan if a ‘position’ becomes open\nUnderstand farm family labor vs off farm labor. how to offer benefits & when it’s time to hire outside help\nCommunicate expectations of family vs hired labor\nUnderstand insurance options to cover Human Resource concerns\nUnderstand how assets are titled and learn about estate planning tools\nConsider and evaluate available marketing opportunities\nUnderstand how to distinguish your commodity\nUnderstand tools and resources for stress management & farm equipment needs specific to farm women\n\nThe cost is $50 for the series and includes a portfolio\, access to all presentations and worksheets\, access to financial and legal advice\, and support from a variety of community partners. The series will take place on Mondays from 1-3:30pm. The first session\, November 3rd\, and final session\, December 8th will be in person to help kickstart connections with farm women in your region as we explore communication styles and methods of communication. We encourage participants to choose their closest Cornell Cooperative Extension office for these in-person sessions\, or participate virtually the entire series. \nFor more information on the curriculum and program logistics\, please contact Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/annies-project-classic-risk-management-for-farm-women-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NY_AP_Classic_Nov-Dec_2025-VQf5D1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T000000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 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:20260615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260307T181714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T181714Z UID:10000339-1781528400-1781537400@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Annie’s Project Classic: Risk Management for Farm Women DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman engaged in farming in NYS? Would you like to learn and network with other farm women\, and learn how to strengthen your farming operation? Join Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Albany\, Allegany\, Broome\, Schoharie-Otsego\, Tioga\, and Onondaga counties\, for a virtual Annie’s Project this winter as we explore these topics and help you grow your toolbox! \nAnnie’s Project is a six-week virtual experience designed especially for farm women to help them develop their management and decision-making skills for their farms. Annie’s Project is designed for farm women who have been in farming\, or agri-business\, or part of the food system for three to five years\, and want to develop their understanding\, interpretation\, and opportunities in sustainable agriculture. Annie’s Project gives farm women the opportunity to learn from female agricultural professionals and network with other women in similar situations. \nAnnie’s Project provides education in production\, price or market\, financial\, institutional and legal\, and human and personal risk. At the end of six weeks\, participants will possess the following skills sets: \n\nUnderstand personality types to communicate better with business partners\nPut family living expenses together with other costs of doing business on the farm\nIdentify production risks on-farm and prioritize risk management strategies to minimize losses\nInterpret balance sheets\, income statements\, and cash flow projections to make business decisions\nConfidence in review of labor laws\, requirements\, and their implications\nDevelop an inventory of current Human Capitol & make a plan to address any weaknesses and contingency plan if a ‘position’ becomes open\nUnderstand farm family labor vs off farm labor. how to offer benefits & when it’s time to hire outside help\nCommunicate expectations of family vs hired labor\nUnderstand insurance options to cover Human Resource concerns\nUnderstand how assets are titled and learn about estate planning tools\nConsider and evaluate available marketing opportunities\nUnderstand how to distinguish your commodity\nUnderstand tools and resources for stress management & farm equipment needs specific to farm women\n\nThe cost is $50 for the series and includes a portfolio\, access to all presentations and worksheets\, access to financial and legal advice\, and support from a variety of community partners. The series will take place on Mondays from 1-3:30pm. The first session\, November 3rd\, and final session\, December 8th will be in person to help kickstart connections with farm women in your region as we explore communication styles and methods of communication. We encourage participants to choose their closest Cornell Cooperative Extension office for these in-person sessions\, or participate virtually the entire series. \nFor more information on the curriculum and program logistics\, please contact Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu. URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/annies-project-classic-risk-management-for-farm-women-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NY_AP_Classic_Nov-Dec_2025-VQf5D1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260527T183441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194809Z UID:10000495-1781602200-1781623800@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:CCE Administration: CCE Admin In-Person Staff Retreat DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/cce-administration-cce-admin-in-person-staff-retreat/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114654 CREATED:20260521T173645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194810Z UID:10000490-1781632800-1781638200@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Agroforestry: An Introduction to American Ginseng Cultivation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-16-agroforestry-an-introduction-to-american-ginseng-cultivation/ 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:20260602T114654 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 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 InstagramThis 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:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260527T163241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T163241Z 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 \n\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 ORGANIZER;CN="NOFA-VT":MAILTO:medina@nofavt.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260601T194814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194814Z UID:10000496-1783445400-1783452600@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Ag Economic Development: Value- Added Honey: Whipped Honey Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/ag-economic-development-value-added-honey-whipped-honey-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T235959 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260504T154648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T154648Z UID:10000466-1783728000-1783814399@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:Farm Tour: Small Scale Farrow to Finish DESCRIPTION:Top 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. \n\n \n \n Farm Ops Registration: 2026 Small Scale Farrow to Finish\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n \n Step 1 of 4\n \n \n 25%\n \n \n 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 Are you currently operating a pig enterprise?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 1-2 years.\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 3-5 years.\n \n \n \n No\, but plan to incorporate a pig enterprise in the next 5-10 years.\n \n \n \n No\, I just want to learn about raising pigs.\n What type of pig production enterprise are you currently operating? Choose all that apply.\n \n  Farrow to Wean (you farrow and sell weaned piglets)\n \n \n Farrow to Feeder (you farrow and sell feeder piglets) \n \n \n Farrow to Finish (you farrow and raise to finish weight)\n \n \n Wean to Finish (you purchase a weaned piglet and raise to finished weight)\n \n \n Feeder to Finish (you purchase a feeder piglet and raise to finished weight)\n \n \n Seedstock Production (you raise sows and/or boars and produce piglets to sustain pure breeds/genetics)\n \n \n Show Pigs\n \n \n Other\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/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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270623T195959 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260521T173657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194824Z UID:10000491-1788897600-1813780799@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:4-H: Peak Project - Homeschool DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/4-h-peak-project-homeschool/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T195959 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260519T171957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194822Z UID:10000489-1792612800-1792699199@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:4-H: Peak Project DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/4-h-peak-project-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T195959 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260522T174955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194823Z UID:10000492-1793217600-1793303999@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:4-H: Peak Project DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/4-h-peak-project-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T185959 DTSTAMP:20260602T114655 CREATED:20260526T183326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T194824Z UID:10000493-1793818800-1793905199@smallfarms.cornell.edu SUMMARY:4-H: Peak Project DESCRIPTION: URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/4-h-peak-project-5/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR