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Log-Grown Shiitake: Viability for Small Farms

  • Sunday, January 29, 2017, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Paul Smiths College VIC, Paul Smiths NY

The Cornell Small Farms Program is offering a one-day workshop on Sunday, January 29 titled, "Log-Grown Shiitake: Viability for Small Farms" at the Paul Smith's College VIC in Paul Smiths, NY, co-sponsored by Franklin County Cooperative Extension.

The cultivation of shiitake offers farmers and woodlot owners a good opportunity to utilize their forested lands while turning a profit. Anyone who a resident of New York State and growing commercially, starting up, or considering commercial production is welcome to attend. The workshop content will cover post-production aspects including safety, sanitation, marketing, and regulations.

NOTE: Participants should be versed in the basics of how to produce log-grown shiitake mushrooms prior to attending the workshop. Take a class, or view our free online resources at: Online Mushroom Resource

On the day following the workshop, current and prospective farmers can schedule FREE one-on-one consultations with extension educators to review their farm goals, resources, and discuss challenges and opportunities for their own production.

To see the Schedule and Register: visit CornellMushroom.org

Cost: $30/person (includes lunch and handout materials)

On the day following the workshop, current and prospective farmers can schedule FREE one-on-one consultations with extension educators to review their farm goals, resources, and discuss challenges and opportunities for their own production.


Sunday, January 29 - Franklin County CCE (Consultations on Jan 30)

Sunday, February 5 - Wyoming County CCE (Consultations on Feb 6)

Sunday, February 26 - Schuyler County CCE (Consultations on Feb 27)

Friday, March 3 - Greene County CCE (Consultations on March 4)

Friday, March 10 - Putnam County CCE (Consultations on March 11)

Cost: $30/person TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

Fee

$30.00 per person, includes lunch & handouts

Learn More

http://cornellsmallfarms.3dcartstores.com/Log-Grown-Shiitake-Viability-For-Small-Farms_p_47.html

Contact

Steven Gabriel
Agroforestry Extension Specialist
sfg53@cornell.edu

Location

Paul Smith's College VIC
8023 State Route 30
Paul Smiths, New York 12970

Last updated January 6, 2017