Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies on Farms for Extreme Weather
- Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Learn from Cornell University experts why extreme weather events are occurring more frequently, how these events are linked to climate change and what can be done to address them.
This free workshop is designed for farmers and those considering farming. Lunch is included.
For a printable flyer click here.
Agenda:
10:00 - 10:30 am
General Overview: What is Climate Change?
*Allison Morrill Chatrchyan, Ph.D., Director, Cornell Institute for Climate Smart Solutions
10:30 - 11:15 am
Climate Change Facts and Mitigation: What Can You Do?
*Art DeGaetano, Ph.D., Professor, Cornell University, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Using Climate Change Science Tools to Make Changes on Your Farm
Laura McDermott, Small Fruit & Vegetable Specialist, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Hort. Program
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch (included)
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Apply what you have learned. Small group work: what kinds of strategies can you apply to your own farm operation?
*Connected via Zoom
Please register by Friday, November 23.
How to register:
- Online click here
- By phone/email to Jim at 845-340-3990 x390 or email jmo98@cornell.edu.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs.
Fee
Free
Location
CCE Ulster
232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza)
Kingston, New York 12401
Last updated November 7, 2018
