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Tools for coping with stress and preventing burnout

Stress is a natural aspect of life, and farming is known to be one of the most demanding and high-risk professions. Research from the...

Farm and Food Workers Relief Program Application Assistance

Were you or someone you know a frontline farm or meatpacking worker between January 27, 2020, and May 11, 2023? You could be eligible...

Hello Fall!

Eastern Equine Encephalitis- How to stay safe!  Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but potentially serious infection that is spread by bites from...
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Hello September!

Welcome to September! As we move into September, the rhythm of farm life shifts as the harvest season approaches its peak. This month is...
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August 2024

Safeguarding Against Tick Hazards As the vibrant fields burst with life this August, it is essential to remain vigilant against a tiny yet potentially...
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July Updates

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June – A month of growth, abundance, and vibrant life on our farms!

  Crop Spotlight: Strawberries   June marks the peak of strawberry season in New York State. With fields bursting with juicy red berries, now...

Temporary Import Requirements for Dairy Cattle Coming Into New York

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has announced new temporary import requirements for dairy cattle coming into New York, following detections...

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI): Be Aware!

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), specifically the H5N1 strain, commonly known as “bird flu,” has quietly impacted communities across the globe. While its primary...
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Are you coming?

Greater Capital Region Social Media and Marketing Workshop Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County, Rensselaer County Economic Development and Planning, Montgomery County Soil and...
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