Sullivan County, NY — Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC), in partnership with the Sullivan County Visitors Association, is hosting a free five-part virtual webinar series designed to help local farms strengthen and expand their agritourism offerings. “Growing Farm Experiences That Welcome People In” will run February 18 & 24 and March 4, 18 & 25 from 6:00–7:30 PM via Zoom.
As interest in farm visits, on farm events, and hands on agricultural experiences continues to rise, this series gives farmers practical tools to create visitor ready, safe, and engaging environments. Each session features expert speakers, real world examples, and actionable guidance for both new and experienced agritourism operators.
The series will help participants:
- Understand and navigate New York State agritourism laws
- Improve visitor safety, flow, and biosecurity
- Build more welcoming, accessible farm experiences
- Strengthen farm programming for guests of all ages
Participants may attend one session or the full series. All workshops are free, include live Q&A, and will be recorded for later viewing.
Session 1 Highlight: “Safety Isn’t Optional — It’s Smart”
February 18, 6:00–7:30 PM
The opening session breaks down New York State’s Safety in Agricultural Tourism Act, offering clear guidance on signage, staff training, and risk management practices. Featured speakers include:
- Erika Malmgreen, Winterton Farms & Two Farms Brewery
- Kelly Young, Director of Agricultural Development, NYS Department of Agriculture
Register
To register or learn more, visit www.sullivancce.org/events or contact Alan Carroll, Food Systems Program Manager, at 845 292 6180 ext. 108 or amc586@cornell.edu.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. The public can contact the office to request accommodations.
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