Earth Day: A Celebration and a Call to Action
The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago; the second-best time to plant a tree is now. This idea captures the essence of Earth Day – both a celebration of our planet and a call to action for a resilient and sustainable future. As we commemorate Earth Day this year, it’s also…
Read MoreExchanging the Challenges of Military Service for the Challenges of Learning about Horticulture
Tyler Evans explored what it meant to be part of the U.S. Marine Corps, and he lived with a mindset to defeat the challenges that hinder progress. After completing his service, he explored and now works with nature to challenge himself and progress to build an agricultural business. When Marine Corps veteran, Tyler Evans, left…
Read MoreFarm Ops: High Tunnel Construction Workshop for Veterans
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…
Read MoreSí se puede. Yes, we can: Celebrating César Chávez Day
Today on César Chávez Day, the Cornell Small Farms Program honors Chávez, a leader of multiethnic, multilingual organizing efforts for dignity among agricultural laborers in the United States. We are committed to lifting up the stories of those who work the land and whose struggles for respect in life in agriculture have established a legal…
Read MoreKeeping Yourself and Others Safe from Ticks
As we begin to look ahead to spring, it’s time to prepare for the oncoming flurry of life and activity on our farms. Along with the warmer weather, longer days, and increased wildlife activity comes the return of ticks. In New York State, ticks pose a significant threat to human health through their ability to…
Read MoreFuturo en Ag: 2023 Year in Review
The Futuro en Ag project experienced tremendous growth in 2023. We are joyfully indebted to the hundreds of Latino/a/x farmers, supervisors, farm employees and aspiring farmers who helped us develop the beginnings of a robust Spanish-first agricultural network for sharing information, knowledge, inspiration, mutual support and love of the land and community in the Northeast.…
Read MoreIn the News: Our Director Featured in “Growing Good” Podcast
In the latest episode of the podcast “Growing Good” from the Hobby Farms Magazine, the Cornell Small Farms Program’s director, Anu Rangarajan, discussed the importance of supporting farmers on and off the farm to build and sustain farming communities. This episode centered around social sustainability as a complement to the economic and environmental aspects of…
Read MoreFarm Ops: Building a Flower Farm Strategy Event for Veterans
Susan Orellana-Clark founded Bristol Hills Lavender and Flower Farm in 2016. While grieving the loss of her veteran husband, Susan found comfort and hope in working with soil and growing flowers. As someone who takes pride in her work and always strives for excellence, Susan worked tirelessly to meet her customers’ expectations and her own…
Read MoreFarm Op Offers Tree Fruit Production Field Day for Veteran Cohort
Tree Fruit Production cohort members will be afforded the opportunity to fill the slots for this in person event. Read the details on the event below. Everyone must RSVP to let us know if you will or if you will not be able to attend. You must RSVP by midnight February 24th Event: Tree Fruit Production Field…
Read MoreGrow Your Farm Knowledge with Our Final Block of Online Courses this Winter
Our current season of online courses is underway, and the fourth and final block of courses will start live content at the end of February. With courses on farm business, grazing management, tree fruit production, and more, this is a great opportunity to learn before the growing season begins. Our suite of online courses is…
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