Soil Health & Climate Resiliency Field Day

If you are looking to improve the quality of your soils, this event is for you. Building soil health can help farms adapt to extreme weather, suppress weeds, and improve overall crop performance.

Guest presenter will be Dr. Joseph Amsili, Senior Extension Associate and Program Director for the New York State Soil Health Team. Also speaking will be Crystal Stewart, an Extension Vegetable Specialist for Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program. Topics will include reducing tillage, soil compaction, cover cropping, and tarping techniques for mixed vegetable operations.

There will also be a soil health demonstration and a group panel to discuss other strategies for improving agricultural soils. A guided tour will be provided by Grindstone Farm, a certified organic fruit and vegetable farm.