Past Events
- Hudson Valley Farmer Renewable Energy Forum
Hudson Valley Farmer Renewable Energy Forum: Maximizing Farm Opportunities from Renewable Energy
Wednesday December 3, 2008
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Holiday Inn, 503 Washington Ave.
Kingston, NYThis workshop is meant to provide timely information on current programs and opportunities for farmers in their pursuit of production or utilization of renewable energy.
- Renewable Energy Forum Presentations Now Available For Viewing Online
We are pleased to announce that presentations from the Agricultural Renewable Energy Forum held in Kingston on December 3, 2008 are now available for viewing on our website. The information-packed forum provided information on current programs and opportunities for farmers and agribusinesses interested in the production and/or utilization of renewable energy. To view the presentations, [...]
- Innovations & Diversification:Adding Value to Your Products
Innovations & Diversification, a conference on expanding income potential through value added processing for agricultural producers and ag-entrepreneurs, was held on February 5, 2010.
The event was sponsored by Hudson Valley Agribusiness Development Corporation and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia, Dutchess, Orange and Ulster Counties.
Thanks to the generosity of the presenters, powerpoint files from the conference presentations [...] - Columbia County Begins Farmland Protection Plan Process
The Columbia County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board (AFPB) is in the process of updating the county’s agricultural and farmland protection plan.
- What’s new in the business scene?
February 22, 2011
IDA supports agri-business initiative — The Ulster County Industrial Development Agency voted unanimously at its recent meeting to approve a $25,000 grant to the Hudson Valley Agricultural Development Corp. The IDA is a public authority governed by a seven-member board appointed by the county Legislature. It provides tax incentives, [...] - Hudson Valley Bounty’s “The Art of Local” Event Showcases Wines, Brews, Cheeses And More
Rhinebeck, NY – May 13, 2011 – This Father’s Day, the Hudson Valley Bounty brings “The Art of Local” tasting event to the Rhinebeck area. Showcasing the craftsmanship of local food artisans, the June 19th event is a great opportunity to treat Dad to tastings from local specialty makers of artisan cheese, beer, wine, vodka, whiskey and bourbon.