Tiny Heroes: Hummingbirds Guard Small Farms from Invasive Berry Pests
In a promising development for small farmers, recent research reveals that the humble hummingbird could play a crucial role in combating invasive pests that threaten berry crops. The presence of…
Read MoreFarm Ops to Offer Scholarships for Trainings, Workshops and Conferences
Our project for veterans in agriculture, Farm Ops, wants to support our NYS veterans in their agricultural pursuits and our current NYS farmer veteran’s expansion of their farm businesses. If…
Read MoreFarm Ops Scholarship Application: Training/Event of Your Choice
Scholarship Application for In-person Educational Training, Workshop, or Conferences of Your Choice This scholarship offers funds for NYS veterans to attend agricultural trainings, workshops and/or conferences. Each scholarship has individual…
Read MoreRecent Smoke Not a Problem for New York Vegetables
Canadian wildfires have been impacting the air quality in the Northeast for the last week. Smoke filled the sky, and warnings were issued for outdoor activities. This is making many…
Read MoreVeteran In Person Workshop: Botanical Printing
In this incredibly dynamic and fun workshop you will be able to create your own one-of-a-kind silk scarf using a natural dyeing method called Botanical Printing! First, you will harvest…
Read MoreFarm Ops Scholarship: 2023 Soil Health & Climate Resiliency Field Days
Soil biology, urban soil health, soil amendments, biochar applications, crop rotation, cover crops, pest and weed management, reduced tillage … what more could a farmer want to talk about? No…
Read MoreTime Is Running Out to Be Counted in USDA Agriculture Census
This is your last chance to complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture, as there is only one week left to return the questionnaire. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National…
Read MoreVeteran Virtual Workshop: Foraging for Color
Come learn about foraging and cultivating dye plants with Sarah Gotowka of Luna Fiber Studio. In this packed 90 minute workshop, Sarah will discuss her successes and (many) failures with…
Read MoreVeteran Scholarship – NYS Fiber Conference
This one day conference is open to new and beginning animal fiber producers who are looking for additional information to better make educated decisions regarding what species and breed of…
Read MoreSeed Catalog Created Specifically for New Yorkers
Wondering what to grow in your garden? Now you can consult Cornell’s Community Science Catalog As they anxiously await the upcoming growing season (and warmer weather), many farmers and gardeners…
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