MADISON CO., N.Y. — Extreme precipitation, heat stress, and invasions from non-native pests are all potential consequences of a changing climate. In Madison County, these effects are already being felt by many farmers. Climate smart adaptations have the potential to improve a farmer’s bottom line and increase productivity. These adaptations vary widely and many farms have already begun to adopt practices like cover cropping, no-till planting, and improved barn ventilation.
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County for a twilight talk on August 2nd, 2018 to learn about adaptations and best practices for dealing with climate-related issues. We will cover topics like improving soil health, managing crops and livestock, and making infrastructure changes. Tyler Brewer and Allison Chatrchyan will discuss the top ten climate smart farming practices and provide guidance on building on-farm resiliency through the use of digital tools and changes in practice.
The twilight talk will be held at Mosher Farms, 3214 Fargo Road, Bouckville at 6:30pm on August 2nd (rain or shine). The meeting is open to farmers or community members who are interested in learning about climate smart farming. We will meet near the farm stand and learn about some new climate smart tools before going on a short tour with farm owner Corey Mosher. Corey will be showing some of the climate smart adaptations that have been made at the farm, including the installation of wind turbines which provide clean, renewable energy. The meeting will conclude with a short Q&A discussion about climate smart farming and how it can benefit farmers in Madison County. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to Tyler Brewer (tgb58@cornell.edu) or Sarah Ficken (315-684-3001) by July 30th. We hope to see you there!
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) has a solid commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action in the development of its policies, programs, procedures, and practices through its affiliation with Cornell University, and as part of the national extension system through the United States Department of Agriculture. CCE’s mission, vision, and values are well entrenched in the principles of diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action, and provide the foundation from which we operate.
–Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County
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