Past Events
September 2024
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 28th year, Clean Sweep provides a safe disposal venue by collecting chemicals and other materials which pose a threat to public health, water and environment. Clean Sweep is free to farmers in the eight watershed counties and free to all Delaware County household residents. Delaware County businesses, municipalities and county agencies are also invited to…
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Drone Farm Demonstration for Enhancing Forage Pasture Access by Control of Multiflora-Rose New Drone Technology can help manage agronomic situations like Multiflora Rose in challenging situations at an economically feasible cost. The afternoon will include: Presentation and discussion with Q&A Drone Field Demonstration How to Choose the correct chemical, timing and rates More possibilities on this new crop management tool Presenters: Milk Hunter– NYS IPM Field crops Coordinator Dr. Vipan Kumar-Assoc Prof of Weed Science Research Soil & Crop Sciences…
Find out more »This workshop involves evaluating options for bucking up trees. The morning will be on a log landing, the afternoon at Cooksburg Lumber. Scalers from several mills will be there to give feedback. To register call Heather Hilson at 607-865-7790 ext. 119
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Customer-Focused Marketing Workshop A few simple marketing tweaks can make a huge difference for selling meat direct-to-consumer. This event is being put on by ChopLocal and the Cornell Agriculture Marketing Program. Plan on attending this free workshop to learn how to simplify the meat buying process for your customers and boost your profits. Practical Marketing Strategies & Simple Technology Solutions – Katie Olthoff, Co-founder of ChopLocal Research results on customer spending at farmers markets – Matt LeRoux, Cornell Agricultural Marketing Research…
Find out more »Introduces open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. This class will take place in the Catskills Region, exact location to be determined in the Summer. Will be located in the Catskills Region. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
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West Wind Icelandics is a horse farm which offers Icelandic horse riding, lessons, and boarding services. This walk will feature how the farm successfully uses pasture for the primary feed source from April to December and how it uses pastured poultry to improve the pastures. 22 paddocks used in rotation for both pasture and exercise Use of pastured poultry system to improve soil fertility and health Short Tour of the horse barn and arena Please register by October 2 by…
Find out more »Introduces open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. This class will take place in the Hancock/Deposit area. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
Find out more »This class focuses on maximizing chainsaw performance through basic maintenance, carburetor setting, and filing techniques. Limbing and bucking techniques are introduced, spring pole cutting is covered and more felling is practiced. This class is eligible for 1 TLC CE Credit. This class will be located in the Catskills Region. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
Find out more »November 2024
Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 ext. 119 to register.
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Transferring the ownership and management of a family farm goes beyond passing down land—it’s about preserving and continuing the legacy built by generations. This process is inherently complex, involving much more than just financial and legal logistics. The legacy of a family farm often holds deep personal and cultural significance, making it vital to ensure a smooth transition that respects both the past and the future. Building a legacy takes time and effort, and successfully transferring it—whether to family or…
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