Tuesday October 15th, 6:30-8pm —How to Market My Farmland, Speaker: Jennifer Fimbel, CCE Dutchess County — so you have some land, but aren’t using it. Or maybe you want someone to farm it but don’t know where to start. During this workshop we will learn different methods for reaching out to both the agricultural and realtor communities to find someone interested in utilizing your land.
Tuesday October 29th, 6:30-8pm —Where do I find farmland & can I afford it? Speakers: Michael Parker (National Young Farmer Coalition) & Alex Morency (American Farmland Trust-NY) We’ll learn about the Finding Farmland Calculator designed by the National Young Farmer Coalition & the NYFarmlandFinder designed by American Farmland Trust-NY, learn how to use them together to find farmland and gain the information necessary when approaching a lender.
Tuesday November 12th, 6:30-8pm — Understanding Appropriate Agricultural Land Uses and Setting Realistic Land Values, Speaker: Nicole Tommell (CNY Dairy, Field Crops & Livestock team) — whether you are a landowner, or looking for farmland, understanding the best/most appropriate land uses, as well as it’s value are paramount to getting started on the right food. Join us as we learn how to set realistic land values and understand how to evaluate land for appropriate farm uses.
Tuesday November 26th, 6:30-8pm — Leasing, Speaker: Jerry Cosgrove, Of Counsel at Scolaro Fetter Grizanti & McGough, P.C. — Whether you are pursuing an agricultural assessment, or are looking to formalize an agreement for agricultural land use, leases are one potential tool. They do not need to be complicated, but should include several key features which outline roles, expectations, and terms, just to name a few. Join us as we learn how to properly put together a farmland lease that protects both parties.
If you wish to connect via zoom in Essex County, please contact Carly Summers at cfs82@cornell.edu or call 518-962-4810 Detailed Workshop Information The zoom meeting location will be at the Westport Town Hall, but please RSVP if you plan to attend.
If you wish to register for the IN PERSON WORKSHOPs ONLY: Click here to register now!
In-person Workshops will be held at CCE Erie, 21 South Grove Street, East Aurora NY 6:30-8:00pm
Cost is $10 a session (includes 2 registrations farm or household) OR $30 for all four sessions.
This workshop series is brought to you by CCE Broome County and Farmland for a New Generation New York, in collaboration with CCE Essex, Oneida and Madison Counties.
$10 per farm
Last updated October 3, 2019