Hudson Valley Cut Flower Conference
- Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM
Hudson Valley Cut Flower Conference: Virtual Attendance Now Available!
Due to high interest, the Hudson Valley Cut Flower Conference has reached full capacity for in-person attendance. To accommodate more participants, we are now offering a virtual attendance option, providing broader access to expert insights and discussions.
For just $25, you can join the event remotely via Zoom and gain full digital access to:
ü All educational sessions and the growers’ panel discussion
ü Exclusive insights from experienced growers
ü Digital copies of conference materials, available after the event
Please note that due to limited resources, interactive participation (Q&A and chat) will not be available during the live event.
Join us at the first-ever Hudson Valley Flower Growers Conference. This event is dedicated to advancing the flower-growing industry through education, innovation, and collaboration. Prepare to dive into a day filled with expert discussions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities designed to enhance your agricultural practices and business strategies.
Conference Highlights
Join us for an engaging lineup featuring sessions on advanced growing techniques, climate resilience, and strategic business planning. Noteworthy sessions include:
Year-Round Flower Production: Delve into winter tulip growing and flower forcing techniques with Jennifer Kouvant from Six Dutchess Farm.
Climate Resilience: Tackle the challenges of climate change with insights from Savannah Shelnutt, Ag Climate Resiliency Specialist with CCE Harvest New York.
Optimizing Microclimates: Learn specific strategies for small farms from Samantha Ritter of Sea Change Farm & Flower.
Business Planning: Build a roadmap for success with guidance from Steve Hadcock CCE Capital Area, and Jack Whettam of Hidden Acre Farm.
Meeting Florists’ Needs: Gain insights into sourcing locally grown flowers with Cara Schmidt of Three Notch Florals.
Fee
$50, includes lunch, $25 for a virtual ticket! Sorry, no refunds
Register
https://www.cceevents.org/e/2025-hudson-valley-cut-flower-conference
Contact
Uliana Ahashkova
Agricultural Economic Development Specialist
ua38@cornell.edu
845-340-3990 ext.390
Location
Cornell Arts Center
129 Cornell St
Kingston, New York 12401
Last updated March 6, 2025