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  • Two men stand outdoors on a farm, examining a small object in one man’s hand. Surrounded by grass, farm equipment, and greenhouse frames, they discuss high tunnel construction as part of a workshop for veterans in agriculture.

    High Tunnel Construction Workshop for Veterans

    Turrell Farms 185 County Road 11, Oneonta, United States

    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…

  • A group of people stand in a wooded area, attentively listening to a man in a cap leading a workshop on Shiitake mushroom cultivation as he explains something about stacked logs among the sunlit trees.

    Shiitake Mushroom Cultivation Workshop

    Hawk Meadow Farm 5066 Mott Evans Rd., Trumansburg, NY, United States

    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…

  • A wooden table with a tablet, plant pot on a plate, strips of paper, a seed packet, roll of tape, knife for grafting techniques, and a plastic bag with soil, set indoors near glass doors.

    Grafting Across Time and Technique with Roger Ort

    Virtual Event

    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 through the rich history and practical techniques of this ancient horticultural practice. With decades of experience and a passion for unusual fruits, Roger has honed…

  • A person holding a wooden frame covered with honeycomb and bees, likely inspecting a beehive outdoors and practicing the basics of beekeeping.

    Basics of Beekeeping for Veterans

    Virtual Event

    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, from hive management to harvesting honey. This session, led by experienced beekeeper and livestock management specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension, Amy Barkley, will equip you…

  • A slanted wooden fence with wire runs along a grassy field, with tall grass on one side and a blurred forested landscape in the background under a pale sky.

    Fencing 101

    Fencing 101
    Virtual Event

    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 Barkley and Katelyn Walley, to learn more about fencing type, installation, maintenance, cost and product evaluation, and time requirements. This is a two part series.

  • A woman and a man sit at a table working with plant cuttings, enjoying a hands-on grafting experience. The woman trims roots with pruning shears while the man labels a stick; others work in the blurred classroom background.

    Roots to Branches: Hands-On Grafting Experience

    Jordan Hall, Cornell AgriTech 630 W North Street, Geneva, NY, United States

    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…

  • A slanted wooden fence with wire runs along a grassy field, with tall grass on one side and a blurred forested landscape in the background under a pale sky.

    Fencing 101

    Fencing 101
    Virtual Event

    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 Barkley and Katelyn Walley, to learn more about fencing type, installation, maintenance, cost and product evaluation, and time requirements. This is a two part series.

  • 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…

  • 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

  • Raising Poultry for Meat Production

    Virtual Event

    Livestock Specialist, Amy Barkley, will lead this virtual seminar on the basics of meat bird production for farmers interested in diversifying their farm operations. The event will focus on breed selection and chick sourcing, housing, and nutritional requirements, as well as a brief introduction to on-farm processing. Attendees will be provided with a recording of…

  • NYS Veteran Pig Production Cohort – Application Open (Closes Sep 11th)

    Designed to support your journey into sustainable livestock farming, this cohort will provide technical guidance, peer support, and access to experienced mentors in a veteran-friendly environment. Cohort members will: Explore the various pig enterprises to assess your motivation, skills and resources to determine if starting or diversifying into a new agricultural venture is right for…

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