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SUMMARY:Native Landscapes: Management and Planting Strategies at NYS Parks
DESCRIPTION:New York State Parks is increasing the use of native plants in our shared public spaces\, following a native plant policy that encourages using beneficial species in all landscaping and gardening projects. In this discussion we will go over management strategies that help horticulture staff balance aesthetic and ecological goals in landscape restoration and garden sites around the Finger Lakes state park region. The pros and cons of different planting and establishment strategies will also be discussed. \nInstructor’s bio: Max McCune has been a Horticulturalist at New York State Parks since 2018\, he works to design\, maintain and manage native plant restorations and gardens throughout the Finger Lakes region. Prior to his work at parks\, Max worked at plant nurseries and sustainable farming operations in Ithaca and in his hometown of Hiton\, NY. Max has a bachelor’s degree in history from SUNY Oswego. \nThis class is offered either online or in-person. \nFee\nThis program is valued at $20\, however\, please pay what you are able. Paying more than $20 will help others attend the class.
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-10-20-58578/
LOCATION:CCE Tompkins Education Center\, 615 Willow Ave.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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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
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SUMMARY:Northeast Agroforestry Conference
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are curious about the ecological and financial advantages of incorporating trees into farm production systems or you already have deep expertise in agroforestry\, this conference will have something for you. Hear from incredible speakers\, meet others with shared interests\, sample products grown in agroforestry systems\, visit farms implementing these practices\, and learn about the infrastructure and markets that are growing to support a paradigm shift in food production. \nThe conference will be held from October 29-31\, 2027\, in Albany\, NY. Registration will open in Spring 2027. For now\, please just save the dates!  \n 
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2027-10-29-northeast-agroforestry-conference/
LOCATION:The Desmond Hotel\, Albany\, NY\, 660 Albany Shaker Road\, Albany\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agroforestry
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