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October 2019
The Taste of the Catskills Festival is a family-friendly event that showcases the food, beer, crafts, and wine of our region. With a variety of vendors including farmers, value-added food producers, and restaurants, attendees learn how food travels from farm to fork during a fun-filled autumn weekend on the grounds of Maple Shade Farm, a family-run farm in Delhi. Visit the Pure Catskills tent of local vendors! Pure Catskills and the Watershed Agricultural Council are sponsors of this event.
Find out more »Every year, regional partners for clean water and a healthy environment host a community hazardous waste collection day, known as Clean Sweep. Now in its 23rd year, Clean Sweep provides a safe disposal venue by collecting chemicals and other materials which pose a threat to public health, water and environment. Download the CLEAN SWEEP 2019 Flyer and this Tip Sheet for more details. Clean Sweep is free to farmers in the eight watershed counties and free to all Delaware County…
Find out more »November 2019
This two-part workshop will take place on Tuesday, November 19 and Tuesday, December 3 from 8:30 to noon at the Bushel Collective in Delhi. It will be hosted by Jeffrey Potent, Adjunct Professor, Columbia University, and leaders in the Catskills local-food movement. They will introduce sustainable business practices and guide participants to assess current adoption and integrate sustainability into business plans and day-to-day operations. Participants will learn how to reduce environmental impacts, improve material and energy efficiency, and incorporate sustainable…
Find out more »December 2019
This two-part workshop will take place on Tuesday, November 19 and Tuesday, December 3 from 8:30 to noon at the Bushel Collective in Delhi. It will be hosted by Jeffrey Potent, Adjunct Professor, Columbia University, and leaders in the Catskills local-food movement. They will introduce sustainable business practices and guide participants to assess current adoption and integrate sustainability into business plans and day-to-day operations. Participants will learn how to reduce environmental impacts, improve material and energy efficiency, and incorporate sustainable…
Find out more »April 2020
A conversation with and for local farmers COVID 19 has made social gatherings dangerous, and social distancing may be making you feel cut off from friends and advisers. With social gatherings canceled, you may be missing conversations about everyday things like crop planning and bigger issues like market changes. Join Delaware County farmers and your CCE Delaware County Educators and partner agency staff, for an hour to discuss the things that are on your mind. No Registration required, use the…
Find out more »A conversation with and for local farmers COVID 19 has made social gatherings dangerous, and social distancing may be making you feel cut off from friends and advisers. With social gatherings canceled, you may be missing conversations about everyday things like crop planning and bigger issues like market changes. Join Delaware County farmers and your CCE Delaware County Educators and partner agency staff, for an hour to discuss the things that are on your mind. No Registration required, use the…
Find out more »A conversation with and for local farmers COVID 19 has made social gatherings dangerous, and social distancing may be making you feel cut off from friends and advisers. With social gatherings canceled, you may be missing conversations about everyday things like crop planning and bigger issues like market changes. Join Delaware County farmers and your CCE Delaware County Educators and partner agency staff, for an hour to discuss the things that are on your mind. No Registration required, use the…
Find out more »A conversation with and for local farmers COVID 19 has made social gatherings dangerous, and social distancing may be making you feel cut off from friends and advisers. With social gatherings canceled, you may be missing conversations about everyday things like crop planning and bigger issues like market changes. Join Delaware County farmers and your CCE Delaware County Educators and partner agency staff, for an hour to discuss the things that are on your mind. No Registration required, use the…
Find out more »July 2020
Walton, NY- The Watershed Agricultural Council (WAC) will be sponsoring their 4th annual blood drive from 12-5pm on Monday, July 20th, at the Walton Fire Department, 59 West Street, Walton, NY 13856. An estimated 38 percent of Americans are eligible to give blood, but of those, less than 10 percent actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, please come out to donate. Most donations take about an hour, so book your appointment, roll up your sleeve and…
Find out more »September 2020
For 90 years, the Delaware County Dairy Tour has shined the spotlight on innovative producers. This year, we are featuring operations that are providing wholesome products directly to our community. To comply with Health Department recommendations and to assure the health and safety of participants, attendance is limited and registration is required. Spaces may fill quickly, please register early to assure your spot. Tour Option 1: 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Dairy Tour – Legacy Farms No Charge – Attendance Limited…
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