Agriculture Program

Other Resources

• Ag in the Classroom
  National website that has links to programs across the country.
  
  
• Agriculture, Food & Communities at Cornell University
  The Agriculture, Food and Community Partnership integrates and coordinates Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' teaching, research and extension activities in the areas of small farms, community food systems, community agriculture development, and agroforestry. At this site you can learn about these activities and easily access information about projects and organizations within New York State, regionally, and nationally that are working to promote communities with sustainable food and agriculture systems.
  
  
• Center for Disease Control
  Provides public health information.
  
  
• Cornell University - Manure Management Program
  The purpose of this program is to disseminate cutting edge information on manure treatment and management technologies which reduce impact on the environment. Our intended audience includes farmers and farm managers, their advisors, farm system designers and builders, nutrient management consultants, university specialists, and agencies servicing agriculture.
  
  
• Cornell Waste Management Institute (CWMI)
  CWMI addresses the environmental and social issues associated with waste management by focusing University resources and capabilities on this pressing economic, environmental and political issue. Through research, outreach and teaching activities, CWMI staff and affiliated researchers and educators work to develop technical solutions to waste management problems and to address broader issues of waste generation and composition, waste reduction, risk management, environmental equity and public decision-making.
  
  
• Cornell University - Department of City and Regional Planning
  A program that studies and learns about cities and regions - the way they function (or don't function) for the people who live and work in them.
  
  
• Cornell University Recycling Agricultural Plastics
  Includes fact sheets describing how to prepare each type of plastic for recycling and more.
  
  
• Duck Care
  A Data Resource for Duck Keepers - This site is designed to provide answers to commonly asked questions about ducks.
  
  
• Educating about Agriculture
  American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture - A clearinghouse for ideas, resources, links and more
  
  
• National Agricultural Safety Database (NASD)
  The National Ag Safety Database (NASD) is a central repository of health, safety, and injury prevention materials for the agricultural community.
  
  
• National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS)
  Provides timely, accurate, and useful statistics in service to U. S. agriculture.
  
  
• New York Farms! Calendar
  NY Farms! in an effort to increase networking among members in the farm and food industry is pleased to share the following Agricultural Calendar with you.
  
  
• New York State Agricultural Experiment Station
  The focus of this program at Cornell University is on the production, protection, and processing of horticulture food crops. The interests of the research scientists range from applied to basic science including biotechnology, with frequent cooperation between basic and applied scientists and among scientists in other disciplines. Research and extension faculty work closely with members of the agricultural community and encourage their graduate students and other visiting scholars to participate in this important activity.
  
  
• New York State County Fairs
  Lists the dates and contact information for all of the county fairs in New York State, provided by New York State Department of Ag and Markets.
  
  
• New York State Office of the State Comptroller
  Click "audits", "local government", then "teleconferences" for brochures of upcoming programs.
  
  
• NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets
  Their mission is to foster a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefit producers and consumers alike.
  
  
• NYS Farmers Direct Marketing Association
  Shows a listing of Farmers' Markets all around New York State.
  
  
• New York State Barn Coalition
  The coalition is dedicated to promoting the appreciation, preservation, rehabilitation, and re-use of historic barns.
  
  
• National Outstanding Young Farmers Program
  Application Deadline is August 1st
  Today's farmer is an entrepreneur in a complex agribusiness. He or
  she must understand all aspects of farming, including technology,
  farm implements, and other equipment used in today's operations. He
  or she must also comprehend the complexities of producing the high
  volume and quality crops or livestock demanded by consumers
  worldwide, while not running afoul of expanding environmental regulations.
  
  The purpose of the Outstanding Young Farmers program is to bring
  about a greater interest in the farmer, to foster better urban-rural relations
  through the understanding of the farmers' problems, to develop
  an appreciation of their contributions and achievements, and to
  inform the agribusiness community of the growing urban awareness
  of farmers' importance and impact on the American economy.
  
  As the farmer's business has changed, so has his or her involvement
  in the community. Today's farmer has become an active citizen,
  participating in everything from local and state government to civic
  groups and charitable organizations. It is not only fitting that farmers
  be honored for their contributions and achievements—it is essential.
  This award has been established to recognize outstanding achievements
  in agriculture as well as community involvement.
  
  - View Brochure For More Details -
  - Download Nomination Form -
  
  You can also visit the "The United States Junior Chamber Jaycees" website for more informaton.
  
  
• Science in Agriculture
  USDA site for kids, sponsored by the Agricultural Research Service
  
  
• Small Farm Quarterly
  SFQ is our award-winning magazine, packed full of interesting articles, photos and resource tips. If you haven't seen it yet, check it out online.
  
  
• Start2Farm
  The Start2Farm site and program are a project of the National Agricultural Library in partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation. Start2Farm is funded through a USDA, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), Beginning Farming and Ranching Development Program grant and was developed to assist people new to farming or ranching and those who have less than 10 years experience.
  
  
• USDA & NASS - New York State Field Office
  The New York Agricultural Statistics Service provides a link between USDA, NASS, and New York. Our mission is to provide timely, accurate and useful statistics in service to New York and US Agriculture.
  
  
• United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • Online Forms
• World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB)
  This organization reviews and approves the USDA's commodity and farm sector forecasts.