Tioga County Agricultural Development

01/27/2021

Farms in New York State are eligible for a free energy audit to help farmers identify ways to save energy and money on their utility bills. For more information, please visit: https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/agriculture

Renewable energy funding opportunities in agriculture.

01/13/2021

[Agricultural District Inclusions]

The annual enrollment period for Agricultural Districts in Tioga County runs through the end of January. During this time, any agricultural property owner may request inclusion of any viable agricultural land not already included in a certified NYS Agricultural District. If your property is not currently enrolled in an ag district, contact Tioga County Economic Development & Planning at 607-687-8263 or [email protected]

Tioga County, New York Government Website

12/29/2020

The USDA has recently announced that they are accepting applications for their Value Added Producer Grant. This grant can help interested farmers enter into value added activities. Applications are due March 22, 2021. For more information, visit:

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12/18/2020

Farm Bureau, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and NYS Ag & Markets can help farmers that have been affected by the recent winter storm. If your farm has suffered damage, Farm Bureau is asking farmers to report the following information to [email protected]:
• Agricultural facility/location damage (name, address, county and a farm POC).
• Brief description and totals of damage/loss of animal life, orchards ( # of trees or apples), vegetables, field crops and other structures.
• How the above-listed crops/animals/structure were damaged/killed (wind, hail, rain, flooding, frost, snow, etc.)

Stay safe everyone!

11/06/2020

The Farmers Market Federation of NY, along with Broome County Cornell Cooperative Extension, is hosting a series of webinars to help prepare farmers markets and farmers with the tools necessary to succeed in future farmers market seasons. Please see the article below for more information and how to register for the webinars.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- In 2018, farmers markets in many areas of the country reported that they were experiencing a decrease in customer attendance, resulting in...

10/23/2020

The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health has created the "Stop COVID on Your Farm Fund," a matching fund program for farms in Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Tioga Counties. The funds help pay for supplies and equipment needed to prevent COVID-19 from spreading on farm operations. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, click here:

Click here to view NYCAMH's funding opportunities.

10/21/2020

[CFAP 2]

Farmers interested in learning about the new Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP 2) are invited to attend a free webinar on Wednesday, October 28 from 6-8:30 pm. Cornell Cooperative Extension, along with USDA Farm Service Agency Executive Directors, will cover new updates to the program, which includes financial assistance for producers in order to absorb increased marketing costs associated with COVID 19.

Click the following link to register:

Join us along with FSA Executive Directors to get this updated information on the new CFAP 2 program. This program is an extension of the 1st USDA round that closed on September 11th. New Rules, Commodities and pricing structures will be discussed.

10/16/2020

Don't forget these tips while planning your trip to the pumpkin farm this weekend!

Enjoy fresh fall fun at local farms! But Please......
1. Wear a mask at all times—no exceptions (unless you are under 2) Can’t wear a mask? Go to an unstaffed farm stand rather than a family fun farm for your pumpkin.

2. Try to go on off-peak times

3.Check with the farm’s social media for hours and visiting tips

4. If we all follow the rules, we can have a fun, safe time and the farm can remain open for all.
(Page 12 has local listings) http://tioga.cce.cornell.edu/resources/2020-guide-to-tioga-county-local-foods-etc

10/16/2020

Looking for some fall fun this Sunday? Check out this event at Sweetrees Maple in Berkshire!

Come check us out and enjoy the fall colors!

10/09/2020

In case you missed it, check out this Tioga County Dairy Tails video of Luszczek Farm in Speedsville!

10/08/2020

With the warm and sunny weather this weekend, it will be a perfect time to visit one of our many Tioga County Fall Festival Farms. See the tips below to ensure a safe, socially distant trip to the pumpkin farm! 🍂🎃

Enjoy fresh fall fun at local farms! But Please......
1. Wear a mask at all times—no exceptions (unless you are under 2) Can’t wear a mask? Go to an unstaffed farm stand rather than a family fun farm for your pumpkin.

2. Try to go on off-peak times

3.Check with the farm’s social media for hours and visiting tips

4. If we all follow the rules, we can have a fun, safe time and the farm can remain open for all.
(Page 12 has local listings) http://tioga.cce.cornell.edu/resources/2020-guide-to-tioga-county-local-foods-etc

10/05/2020

Congressman Tom Reed will be hosting a Zoom meeting for farmers and agriculture businesses this Wednesday, October 7 at 10 am. Click the following link to join:

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