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  • Aerial view of patchwork farm fields in shades of green and gold, hinting at change amid Federal Funding Freeze, with the Farm Commons logo featuring abstract fields and a stream on a white background.

    Updates on the Federal Funding Freeze and Terminations

    Virtual

    Have you been impacted by the federal funding freeze? Are you working with individuals who have been impacted and want to learn more? Join Farm Commons for a discussion of […]

    Free
  • During a field day, a group of people stands in a green field, some taking notes as they observe cover crop plots marked with white signs. Trees and a partly cloudy sky create a peaceful backdrop.

    Cover Crop & Soil Health Field Day

    Thompson Research Farm 133 Fall Creek Rd., Freeville, NY, United States

    Join us for a field day featuring cutting edge cover crop and soil health research and resources: New cover crop breeding material Cover crop decision support tools National cover crop […]

    Free
  • A man in a plaid shirt and shorts leads an Orchard tour at Ort Family Farm, speaking to a group outdoors by a young tree. The group listens attentively, standing on green grass with trees and hills in the background.

    Farm Ops Orchard tour of Ort Family Farm

    Ort Family Farm 2761 Yorski Rd, Bradford, NY, United States

    This event is offered exclusively for New York State veterans and their families through funding from NYSDAM. Farm Ops, in collaboration with Ort Family Farm, invites veterans to an exclusive tour focused on orchard management and specialty crop production. This in-person event offers an in-depth exploration of the farm’s impressive orchard, home to more than […]

  • A person in a straw hat and sunglasses skillfully operates a blue tiller, resembling equipment from a BCS workshop, cultivating soil in a sunlit greenhouse. Rows of green plants flourish in the background.

    Groundswell BCS Tractor Training Workshop

    Groundswell 100 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn safe tractor operation and basic maintenance practices. Whether you’re new to tractors or just looking to brush up on your skills, this workshop is designed for all experience levels. Learn safe BCS Tractor operation. Hands-on training for all skill levels. Simple maintenance tips to keep your tractor […]

  • Spring Farmer Wellness Sampler

    Foundation of Light 391 Turkey Hill Rd, Ithaca, United States

    Farmers, earth-workers and growers from across the Finger Lakes region are invited to gather together for an upcoming farmer wellness event, hosted by the Growing Together project of the Cornell Small Farms Program.  Join us to make new connections, invest in self-care, and expand your toolkit of wellness practices before launching into the growing season. […]

    Free

  • A man in shorts and a plaid shirt gestures toward a small fruit-bearing tree while speaking to a group during an Orchard tour at Ort Family Farm, with a barn and hills visible in the background.

    Fruitful Grounds: An Orchard Tour of Fruit-Bearing Trees at Ort Family Farm

    Ort Family Farm 2761 Yorski Rd, Bradford, NY, United States

    Farm Ops is proud to partner with Ort Family Farm to offer farmer veterans an exclusive in-person tour, exploring orchard management and specialty crop production. This event is ideal for those interested in sustainable farming, expanding agricultural knowledge, and learning how a diverse orchard thrives in New York State. Ort Family Farm features more than […]

  • Rows of young green plants growing in dark soil, with black drip irrigation tubes running between the rows, showcase smarter irrigation techniques—perfect inspiration for anyone attending a Smarter Irrigation Workshop or improving their agricultural practices.

    Smarter Irrigation Workshop

    Groundswell 100 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca, United States

    Learn how to understand, set up, and manage an efficient irrigation system in this hands-on, informative workshop! We’ll cover system components, choosing water sources, drip vs. sprinkler methods, smart controls, troubleshooting, and cost considerations-perfect for gardeners, farmers, and landowners looking to save water, time, and money. We’re also offering Groundswell Center Scholarships to make this workshop more […]

  • A person in a white shirt uses field-expedient photography, holding up a smartphone to capture a green, terraced landscape. The phone screen displays the scene, while the blurred background keeps focus on Farm Ops and the stunning view.

    Farm Ops Virtual Seminar: Field-Expedient Photography

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    This event is offered exclusively for New York State veterans through funding from NYSDAM. Field-Expedient Photography: Capturing Your Farm’s Story with your Phone As a veteran, you know the value […]

  • Three people work together outdoors to balance a wooden pole using an orange level. Two people are visible wearing hats and casual clothes, while one person’s back is partially turned away. Trees and a road are in the background.

    Livestock Fencing 101: The Basics

    Turrell Farms 185 County Road 11, Oneonta, United States

    This event is offered for free for New York State veterans through funding from NYSDAM. Non-veterans wishing to attend may register through Central New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops here: CCE Registration Form Join us for a hands-on livestock fencing workshop! This in-person event will introduce participants to the basics of fencing for livestock, […]

    Free

  • Seeds to Splendor Class Series: Seed Collecting 1 – Dry Processing

    CCE Orleans Education Center 12690 State RT 31, Albion, NY, United States

    Learn practical methods for harvesting and processing seeds using the dry processing method. Call 585.798.4265 for registration Free to attend but a donation of $5 is recommended

  • Organic Field Crop Production Field Day

    Hudson Valley Farm Hub 1875 Hurley Mountain Rd, Hurley, NY, United States

    Join us, in collaboration with NY Soil Health, at Hudson Valley Farm Hub to discuss organic field crop production. Further details and event registration will be posted soon!