Why participate in the
Agricultural Stewardship Program?
Participation:
- Is a confidential way to evaluate farm
management practices.
- Helps protect ground and surface waters.
- Saves money and improves profit margins.
- Makes for better farm-neighbor relations.
- Is a proactive way to avoid future
governmental regulations.
Am I required to participate in the
Agricultural Stewardship Program?
No.
This is a voluntary program coordinated by Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) in cooperation with Suffolk County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) .
AEM Tier 2 Assessment includes:
Storage: duration, facility, security, distance from water, leachability, condition of containers.
Mixing and Loading: distance from water, spill kit, backflow prevention, handling system, condition of piping, valves and tanks, water source, site used and disposal practices.
Application: equipment maintenance and calibration, distance from water, runoff and leaching potential, drift, weather, determining N fertilizer rates, soil/tissue tests, organic matter, vegetative filter areas used, management of crop residue.
Integrated Crop Management: options for pest control, Integrated Pest Management knowledge and skill, use of bio-controls, pest resistant crops, cover crops.
Record Keeping: storage inventory, certification credits, application records.
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Can small changes in management
practices improve my bottom line?
Yes.
Attention to stewardship practices such as sprayer calibration, drift reduction, bio-controls, scouting, reduced tillage, banding, and side dressing are all excellent environmental practices that can save costs, as well.
What is included in the AEM
Tier 2 Farm Assessment?
The AEM Tier 2 Farm Assessment is a review of the nutrient and pesticide management practices used on your farm operation.
Working together to provide
Agricultural Environmental Management
Quality Research
Educational Programs
Technical Advice
Conservation Planning
Cost-share Initiatives
On-farm Demonstration Projects
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