Looking for a small farm training, class, field day or conference? We are pleased to bring you events from our network of Cornell Cooperative Extension partners and other small farm organizations around New York State.
If you have an event you’d like to submit to our calendar, please send an email to smallfarmsprogram@cornell.edu. Having difficulty with the calendar loading below? Visit the Cornell University calendar to view our events.
Past Events
July 2026
Wednesday, July 15 · 4 – 7 pm EDT
Learning from our Farmer Neighbors: Raising Pigs & Broilers
Van Noble Farm 90 Podunk Rd., Trumansburg, NY 14886
Thinking about starting a farm business? Want to support local farmers? Join Devon Van Noble of Van Noble Farm and José Luis Aguilera of Four Leaf Farm for a farm field day to explore how farmers can build viable operations…
Tuesday, July 14 · 5 – 7 pm EDT
Hands-On American Ginseng Site Identification, Management & Planting
The Learning Farm 272 Enfield Falls Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Continue learning in the field through a hands-on workshop where participants will explore practical aspects of American ginseng cultivation and forest site assessment. Participants will apply concepts introduced in the previous online session while learning directly from field conditions and…
Tuesday, July 14 · 9:30 am – 3:30 pm EDT
Urban Agroforestry Summit
Solar One Environmental Education Center 800 FDR Dr Service Rd East, NY, NY 10010
Learn and network with urban agroforestry practitioners, service providers and city government partners on ways to scale agroforestry in NYC Join the Cornell Small Farms Program and Harvest New York for the first annual NYC Urban Agroforestry Summit. Begin the…
Monday, July 13 · 5 – 7 pm EDT
American Ginseng Cultivation: Site Assessment Workshop
2320 Centerline Rd. 2320 Centerline Rd., Varysburg, NY 14167
Gain practical, research-based insights from Tracey Testo and Ashley Schoenborn, Agricultural Educators at CCE Columbia-Greene. With over a decade of experience, they specialize in working with and teaching about this important native crop of New York State. Are you interested…
Free
Saturday, July 11 · 9 am – 12 pm EDT
Postponed – Farm Tour: Small Scale Farrow to Finish
299 Yule Corners Rd, Jordanville, NY 13361 299 Yule Corners Road, Jordanville, New York 13361
This event has been postponed. If you are interested in being contacted once the event has been rescheduled, please email Nina Saeli at ns963@cornell.edu. Top Notch Livestock & Meats houses boars, barrows, guilts, and sows to support their farrowing to…
Friday, July 10 · 3 – 5 pm EDT
Starting Shiitake Mushrooms
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County 377 Schroon River Road, Warrensburg, NY 12885
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County will be holding a “Starting Shiitake Mushrooms” workshop on Friday, July 10, at 3:00 pm. This program is perfect for the very beginner as well as the enthusiast who might want to learn other…
20mus
Tuesday, July 7 · 6 – 8 pm EDT
Christmas Tree Farming 101
CCE Albany 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Are you interested in Christmas tree farming but not sure where to start? Are you just starting to grow Christmas trees but not sure if you are on the right track? Join us on July 7 at 6:00 PM at…
$6
June 2026
Saturday, June 27 · 1:30 – 6:30 pm EDT
Working with Small Engines 2026
Rock Steady Farm 41 Kaye Road, Millerton, NY 12546
In this workshop, participants will dive deep into the inner workings of 2 and 4 stroke gasoline engines. We will learn how they function, their parts, preventative maintenance, and how to diagnose common issues. Later in the session, participants will…
June 27 – 28 · Jun 27, 10 am – Jun 28, 3 pm EDT
2-Day Aquaponics Intensive
Oko Farms 99 Scott Ave, Bushwick, NY, NY 11237
Led by Oko Farms Founder and Director Yemi Amu, our 2-day intensive aquaponics course is a deep dive into the history, science, and practice of aquaponics, a unique ecosystem approach to farming that saves water while growing more food sustainably.…
$500
Thursday, June 25 · 5:30 – 7:30 pm EDT
Community Potluck
Gael Roots Community Farm 734 Cattail Road, Livingston Manor, NY 12758
We’re hosting monthly potlucks this season on Gael Roots Farm! Each month we welcome the community for good food, great company and engaging conversation. The events are casual and we’ll have a theme for each. In June, we hope you’ll…
Thursday, June 25 · 5:30 – 6:30 pm EDT
Farm Tools 101: Safe Use & Practical Skills
Groundswell 100 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca, 14850
Join us for a hands-on beginner-friendly workshop introducing common farm tools used in small-scale farming and land-based projects. Participants will build confidence and practical skills through interactive stations featuring demonstrations and guided practice with experienced farmers and staff. The workshop…
$25
Wednesday, June 24 · 2 – 3 pm EDT
Exploring Collaborative & Cooperative Land Access: Session 2
Virtual
Despite the benefits and power behind cooperative movements, working together toward a common goal is still one of the most difficult challenges people face. This session will explore how to build a successful relational culture to overcome common challenges in…
