{"id":343295,"date":"2026-09-10T22:44:12","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T22:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/343295\/"},"modified":"2026-09-10T22:44:12","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T22:44:12","slug":"free-webinar-geared-towards-new-farmers-in-new-york-state-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/343295\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Webinar Geared Towards New Farmers In New York State"},"content":{"rendered":"

Starting a new farm in New York State is no small feat, but the U.S. Department of Agriculture<\/a> is stepping in to lend a helping hand.<\/p>\n

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Agriculture is vital for not just us here in Central New York<\/a> but nationwide and worldwide. And with projects like Chobani’s <\/a>new facility coming to Rome<\/a>, the demand is only growing.<\/p>\n

Webinar Details<\/p>\n

Recent data has shown that about 28% of New York State\u2019s agricultural producers are beginning farmers with less than a decade of experience.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Your Garden Won’t Like This: First Frost Is Coming In New York<\/a><\/p>\n

The USDA is hosting a free <\/a>informational webinar on September 22nd at 10:00 am.<\/p>\n

This one-hour virtual session <\/a>is designed to help rookie growers make their way through the complexities of growing their business with a focus on loan resources available.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Experts will walk participants through crucial resources, including low-interest farm loans, targeted conservation incentives, and disaster assistance programs.<\/p>\n

Organizers will also highlight special exemptions and microloan options tailored specifically to help newer operations get off the ground.<\/p>\n

Advance registration <\/a>is required, and attendees will receive a recording of the session afterward.<\/p>\n

\"manPhoto by Gregory Hayes<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a>man standing on garden during daytimeA New Wave Of Agriculture<\/p>\n

This federal push comes at an exciting time for New York\u2019<\/a>s agricultural scene, which has seen a vibrant wave of independent startups and next-generation growers.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Local Leaders Reassuring The Plan For Chobani In Rome<\/a><\/p>\n

New York has seen a vibrant wave of independent, sustainable, and specialty startup farms launched by the next generation of growers.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re managing a few acres of heirloom vegetables or dreaming of launching a full-scale homestead, resources like the upcoming USDA webinar aim to ensure the next generation of New York farmers <\/a>has the roots they need to thrive.<\/p>\n

Step Back in Time at Frontier Roads<\/p>\n

Travel back to the Wild West days at Frontier Roads on Route 5 in Westmoreland.<\/p>\n

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