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Farmland for a New Generation — Ask the Experts

• Tuesday, October 15, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
• Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 26, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us as we “ask the experts” questions related to finding/listing farmland, marketing farmland, creating a lease and setting values for farmland! This workshop series is designed to bring farmland owners and farmland seekers together to network and learn. These workshops will be available in-person with guest speakers, facilitated discussions and time for networking. The dates and topics being covered are:

Tuesday, October 15th, 6:30-8 pm — How to Market My Farmland, Guest Speaker: Jennifer Fimbel (CCE Dutchess County)

Tuesday, October 29th, 6:30-8 pm — Where Do I Find Farmland & Can I Afford It? Guest Speakers: Michael Parker (National Young Farmer Coalition) & Alex Morency (American Farmland Trust-NY)

Tuesday, November 12th, 6:30-8 pm — Understanding Appropriate Agricultural Land Uses and Setting Realistic Land Values, Guest Speaker: Nicole Tommell (CNY Dairy, Field Crops & Livestock Team)

Tuesday, November 26th, 6:30-8 pm — Protecting Yourself with a Good Lease Agreement, Guest Speaker: Jerry Cosgrove, Esq. (Scolaro, Fetter, Grizanti, McGough & King, P.C.)

For more detailed information about the workshop series, please contact Steve Hadcock at seh11@cornell.edu or by phone at 518-380-1497.

Cost

Cost per session: $10 for two people from the same farm or household to attend one session. You may choose to attend as many sessions as you like. If you wish to attend all four sessions, the package cost is $30 for two people from the same farm or household to attend. The cost covers materials and light refreshments.

Register

Register for Farmland for a New Generation — Ask the Experts online or to register by telephone call 518-765-3518.

Location

Extension Education Center
479 Route 66
Hudson, New York 12534

Last updated October 2, 2019