In partnership with NYS Soil Health Program, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County will be hosting a Soil Health & Climate Resiliency Field Day on Tuesday, June 24th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Grindstone Farms located in Pulaski, NY.
Building soil health can help farms adapt to extreme weather, suppress weeds, and improve overall crop performance. Guest presenter will be Dr. Joseph Amsili, Senior Extension Associate and Program Director for the New York State Soil Health Team. Also speaking will be Crystal Stewart, an Extension Vegetable Specialist for Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program. Topics will include reducing tillage, soil compaction, cover cropping, and tarping techniques for mixed vegetable operations. There will also be a soil health demonstration and a group panel to discuss other strategies for improving soil. A guided tour will also be provided by Grindstone Farm, a certified organic fruit and vegetable farm.
There will be plenty of time for questions and networking. The cost is $10 per person, which includes a light dinner. Registration is required. Please go to https://thatscooperativeextension.org/events/2025/06/24/soil-health-climate-resiliency-field-day or scan the QR code to register. For more information, please contact Joshua Vrooman, Agriculture Community Educator, at jwv33@cornell.edu or 315-963-7286 ext. 200.
