Ag Winter Series Classes

Agriculture Winter Series is Available!

Are you thinking about farming? Are you already farming but want to learn more? Come see us for our winter series courses! We have five courses, each taught by experts in their field, for you to enjoy.

January 8th, 6-8pm: Grants for NYS Farmers

Hosted by Elizabeth Higgins, agricultural business specialist with the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team

If you are considering applying to the NYS Grown and Certified grant program or the NYS Beginning Farmer Grant and would like some advice or assistance with your grant proposal, come to this 2-hour workshop at CCE Clinton County on January 8th from 6-8pm. Higgins will run through the proposals and identify areas that you should focus on to help make your application more competitive. She will also help you think through what types of projects are more likely to be funded and whether these grant programs make sense for your farm and business. Higgins will also highlight other funding opportunities that may be a better fit for specific projects or businesses. Limited to 20 participants.

January 11th, 2-4pm: Virtual Fencing Course

Hosted by Ben Nottermann, co-owner of Snug Valley Farm

Say goodbye to post rammers and accidental electrocutions! Learn about the up-and-coming technology that is virtual livestock fencing! What is it, how does it work, how does it help, how are the animals affected, and how does it save you money? Learn it all here! Limited to 20 participants, snacks provided.

January 16th, 9-11am: Learn How to Have a Home Orchard

Hosted by Michael Basedow, regional fruit tree specialist with Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program

Have you ever wondered what it would take to grow a fruit tree of your very own? Or do you maybe have one (or many - we don't judge) and don't know how to care for them? We are here to help! Come to our class where we discuss the ins and outs of fruit tree growing! Training, pruning, thinning, nutrient management and pest management are all included! Snacks provided, limited to 20 participants.

February 13th, 9-11am: Apple Tree Grafting Workshop

Hosted by Michael Basedow, regional fruit tree specialist with Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program

How do you graft trees? And, once they're grafted, how do you establish them? Come to our workshop where you can graft two of your very own apple trees to learn hands-on what the best methods are! All supplies are provided, and you will be able to take home both of your trees and a brand-new grafting knife! Limited to 12 participants, pay in advance at our office.

March 22nd, 2-3:30pm: Home Orchards: A Year in a Vineyard

Hosted by Jeremy Schuster, Viticulture Extension Specialist with Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program

Learn the ins and outs of growing grapes, from planting to harvest. Whether you've already got grapes planted or you're just curious, you'll gain valuable knowledge here. If enough interest, a part two will be created to learn about the business side of viticulture. Refreshments provided, limited to 20 participants.

The events are posted on our events page to the right - select the event to learn more and register! Contact Tia Legge if you have questions or need assistance with registration.

Last updated December 11, 2024