by Courtney Llewellyn

Like any product that’s worthwhile, organic growing media has been increasing in quality and popularity over the past few years. Finding the right media for you requires a bit of knowledge. (more…)

by Enrico Villamaino

A recent webinar hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County aimed to help both landowners and farmers protect themselves when entering lease agreements. (more…)

by Courtney Llewellyn

A sale is a sale, right? It’s always positive when you have money coming in to your farm, but it’s even better when you can command loyalty – and repeat sales – from customers. (more…)

by Sally Colby

Farmers who grow a diverse array of crops for a CSA, farmers markets or direct from the farm sales often struggle with finding a suitable insurance plan to protect against the risks associated with farming. (more…)

by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

“All cities, suburbs and rural towns have Norway rats and house mice,” said Jody Gangloff-Kaufmann, coordinator of community integrated pest management for Cornell, who recently presented a talk on rodent management as part of a webinar on IPM. (more…)

Consumers (like the story’s author) are saying honey is now their number one preferred sweetener.
Photos by Troy Bishopp

by Troy Bishopp

Whether you put a teaspoon of clover honey in your tea, stir some in your oatmeal cookie recipe or enjoy a good mead, you’re supporting local beekeeping family businesses that pollinate plants and nourish a nation. (more…)

Phytophthora species can attack many crops, from vegetables and fruit to ornamental plants and forest trees. All Phytophthora species are water molds, (more…)