Small Farms (Catskill/Delaware)

Small Farms Program

Smaller farms in the watershed vary widely in size and scope,growing a range of products from meat, eggs and vegetables to Christmas trees and maple syrup. WAC is currently implementing Whole Farm Plans on these farm operations, a key component of which are stream buffers to protect streams. These practices are a natural complement to grass-based livestock operations which are gaining popularity in the northeast United States. Farms wishing to participate in the Whole Farm Planning process must first complete a Tier I Survey Form, available by calling Dan Flaherty at (607) 865-7090 or download it as PDF form.

Click her for a map showing the location of participating farms in the New York City watershed