Seven varied organic on-farm field days are being presented by the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY).
They will be held in July and hosted by farms in six New York state counties.
Topics include women farmers, horsepower, soil health, organic transition and edible forest gardens. Another field day will feature a farm open house.
These are invaluable opportunities for farmers to learn about new methods, see what farms are doing, and network with others around the state.
The event schedule is as follows:
Women in Agriculture: Lady Farmers of Long Island
July 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Amanda and Katie from Amber Waves Farm in Amagansett, Suffolk County, host this event in which they share how they founded a CSA, pioneered the Amagansett Wheat Project, and continue to provide outstanding education, bread shares, and a
Food-to-Pantry project.
Registration fees are $15/person or $25 for two or more people/farm.
Developing a Diversified Horse-Powered Farm
July 9, 1-4 p.m.
Participants will join Matt Volz from Greyrock Farm, Madison County, for a tour of his horse-powered farm, which features a raw milk dairy, and meat and vegetable production.
Discussion topics are how to grow a farm with multiple complementary enterprises, including how to handle the management, production and business challenges on a diversified farm.
Registration fees are $15/person or $25 for two or more people/farm.
Long-Term High Tunnel Soil Health and Nutrient Management for Tomato Production
July 14, 6-8 p.m.
Host Obercreek Farm, Dutchess County, shares its success in managing tomato production in a high tunnel by maintaining and improving soil health and fertility, controlling pests and disease, and ensuring profitable yield and excellent quality.
Registration fees are $15/person or $25 for two or more people/farm.
Moving into Wholesale Markets for Small and Mid-Sized Farms
July 20, 4-6 p.m.
Mainstreet Farms in Cortland County brings healthy, local food to the community, utilizing education and community partners to create a strong local food system. Cornell’s Crystal Stewart will demonstrate the fundamentals for crossing over into wholesale markets, from record keeping to timing crops.
Organic Transition—Certification and Growing Practices: It’s More than Input Substitution
July 20, 4-7 p.m.
Fishkill Farms of Dutchess County produces eggs and grows crops that include tree fruit, berries, vegetables.
Josh Morgenthau will share the challenges in transitioning to organic, including changes in growing practices, creation of buffer zones, and management.
Caitlyn Reilly of NOFA-NY Certified Organic LLC will discuss the nuts and bolts of organic certification and be available to answer any questions. Risk management and crop/whole farm insurance programs also will be discussed.
Kingbird Open House
July 24, 1-4 p.m.
Kingbird Farm in Tioga County this year is celebrating 20 years of success.
Michael, Karma and Rosemary Glos will share their story of how they organically manage pork, chicken, eggs, culinary herbs, and produce while utilizing horses for field work.
The farm will be open for exploration, shopping, and enjoyment, with a guided farm tour at 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Creating an Edible Forest Garden
July 30, 12:45-4 p.m.
Dani Baker, co-owner of Cross Island Farms in Jefferson County, has developed one acre of her certified organic farm as a multi-functional edible forest garden, incorporating numerous permaculture principles and practices.
She will take participants for a walk-through and introduction to 300+ perennial cultivars of fruits, nuts, berries, and other edibles.
Attendees will taste fruits, flowers, greens, and herbs in season, and go home with a potted plant to add to their own edible garden.
Registration fees are $20/person or $30 for two or more attendees from the same farm/family. Private farm tours are available that morning; email organic@crossislandfarms.com or call 315-482-3663.
Pre-registration is available online at www.nofany.org/events/field-days or by calling Jill at the NOFA-NY office (585- 271-1979, ext. 512).
Source: NOFA-NY
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