Mabee Farm Historic Site; Saturday, January 10; 10am to 5pm

Are you interested in farming but don’t know where to begin? Perhaps you have a small agricultural business which you’re looking to expand? The Schenectady County Farm Bureau and Cornell Cooperative Extension have joined forces to put together a full day of programming covering the basics of modern farming. Expert educators will lead six different workshops throughout the day. Guests will have ample opportunities to network with other local farmers and aspiring growers. A catered lunch will be provided as well as tours of the oldest surviving farm in Schenectady County!

Workshop Schedule:

10am-10:45am So You Want to be a Farmer? An Introduction to the Industry

11am-11:45am Basics of Urban Farming

12pm-12:45pm What Should you Grow

1pm- 1:45pm Catered Lunch and Mabee House Tours

2pm- 2:45pm Livestock Farming

3pm- 3:45pm Certifications and Regulations

4pm- 4:45pm Finding Your Market

5pm- Closing Remarks

FAQ’s

1. What if I can’t make every session? No worries! We’ve planned an entire day of programming but ticket holders can come and go as they need.
2. What if winter weather cancels the program? In case of severe snow and ice, the workshop will be postponed to January 17 from 10am to 5pm.