From our friends at Cornell Cooperative Extension – Columbia and Greene Counties:
Join us for the 2026 New and Beginner Farmers Seminar. Farmers can come and learn from a series of presenters and topics.
Are you a new or beginner farmer just getting started? Join us for a series of presenters from CCE and different organizations, learn what resources are available, and how to get started.
Topics include:
- Ag Climate Resiliency Program
- Agroforestry Practices and Resources Available in the Region
- Raising Backyard Chickens for Beginners
- How to get Started in Beekeeping
- Sustainable Soil Health Management: Cover Crops and Reduced Tillage
- Growing Small Fruit
- SARE Grant Programs and Resources
Includes lunch, handouts, and books provided by SARE.
New York Soil Health Program Director Joseph Amsili will be making a soil health presentation at this event.
Location:
Agroforestry Resource Center,
6055 New York 23
Acra, NY 12405
Date/Time: Jan 17 from 9:30am to 4pm EST