Oechsner Farms Recognized as Soil Health Champion
New York Soil Health (NYSH) proudly acknowledges Oechsner Farms’s outstanding commitment to soil health and sustainable farming practices.
Record Funding Announced for Soil Health and Climate Resilience Projects
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has launched the latest round of Climate Resilient Farming funding for on-farm projects.
New Factsheet Highlights Updated Soil Lead Screening Levels from the US EPA
This updated factsheet from New York Soil Health provides essential guidance on the EPA’s new soil lead screening levels, offering practical steps for safe gardening and reducing exposure to contaminated soil.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Position Opening: Payment for Ecosystem Services Educator – Ithaca, NY
This individual is responsible for assisting with the development of a Tompkins county-wide pilot ‘Payment for Ecosystem Services’ (PES) program as well as creating and disseminating educational programming and materials in support of this and similar programs for agricultural and landowner audiences.
Backbone Farm Recognized as Soil Health Champion
New York Soil Health (NYSH) proudly acknowledges Backbone Farm’s outstanding commitment to soil health and sustainable farming practices.
Integrating Cover Crops for Weed Management
Purdue researchers highlight how cover crops can enhance weed management.
Tiny soil critters play by their own rules in urban parks
Cornell researchers have uncovered fascinating insights into the microscopic life in city park soils.
Congratulations to Deborah Aller, 2024 Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under Forty Honoree!
New York Soil Health’s own Deborah Aller has been honored in the 2024 Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under Forty for her impactful work in sustainable soil management for New York’s farmers.
Field Days Continue Across New York
The 2024 Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Field Days continue with five more events showcasing soil health and climate resilience practices in various cropping systems across New York.
Announcement: 2024 Advanced Soil Health International Certificate Training Course
Join Cornell Soil Health Team members for the Advanced Soil Health Training: International Certificate Course on “Understanding, Measuring, and Managing Soil Health.”