Farmers Supporting Farmers

04/14/2026

🌱 Scholarship Opportunity for Future Ag Leaders! 🌱

The National Farmers Union MANRRS Scholarship is now open—and applications are being accepted through June 1!

Apply today: nfu.org/scholarships

Through a strong partnership with MANRRS, NFU is helping expand opportunities for young adults of all backgrounds to grow and succeed in agriculture, food, fiber, and natural resources.

These scholarships are designed to support leadership development, educational advancement, and the next generation of voices in agriculture.

04/12/2026

Farmers Supporting Farmers: Tax Tips for 2026

As we approach the 2025 income tax filing deadline, it’s a good time to start thinking ahead for the 2026 tax year. Planning now can help you make the most of upcoming changes and opportunities.

Please note: We don’t give legal or tax advice, but we aim to share helpful information. Always work with your trusted legal or tax professional to make decisions that fit your farm.

04/10/2026

We had a great time with the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County at the Catherine Valley Trail for their Cleanup & Bird BioBlitz!

From helping care for this beautiful local space to learning more about the bird species that call it home, it was a day full of connection, curiosity, and community pride.

04/08/2026

Farmers Supporting Farmers: Tax Tips for 2026

As we approach the 2025 income tax filing deadline, it’s a good time to start thinking ahead for the 2026 tax year. Planning now can help you make the most of upcoming changes and opportunities.

Please note: We don’t give legal or tax advice, but we aim to share helpful information. Always work with your trusted legal or tax professional to make decisions that fit your farm.

04/07/2026

🌾 Calling all area farmers! 🌾
We’re proud to partner with the Chemung County Farm Bureau, New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH), and NY FarmNet to invite you to a FREE dine-in breakfast as a small thank-you for everything you do for our community.

📅 Date: May 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00–10:00 AM (EST)
📍 Location: Chemung County Fairgrounds
170 Fairview Rd, Horseheads, NY

Join us for a great meal, good conversation, and a chance to connect with fellow farmers. Taking a little time to gather, share stories, and support one another is an important part of keeping our agricultural community strong.

Breakfast will be served while supplies last!

04/02/2026

Big news for our farming community 🌱

Governor Kathy Hochul announced funding for 133 farms across 23 counties through the Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program. Investing in sustainability, soil health, and long-term resilience.

The Finger Lakes is leading the way, with over $11.3 million supporting 57 farms, followed by Central New York and the Southern Tier.

Programs like this help ensure our local farms can continue to adapt, grow, and feed our communities for generations to come.

New York is investing more than $25 million into farms across the state as officials push to reduce emissions and help agriculture adapt to increasingly volatile weather. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that 133 farms in 23 counties will receive funding through the state’s Climate Resilient ...

04/01/2026

We’re thinking of those impacted by last night’s storm across parts of New York 🌧️

We know how quickly weather events like this can disrupt farms, homes, and daily operations, especially this time of year.

If you or someone you know was affected, here are a few resources that may help:
• Local emergency management offices
• New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services
• USDA Farm Service Agency disaster assistance programs
• Your county Soil & Water Conservation District

And as always, if you’re not sure where to start, reach out. We’re here to help connect you. (888) 328-7847

03/30/2026

Celebrating an amazing achievement! 🌾
Congrats to this year’s Women Farmer of the Year, proudly representing New York State and the incredible work of women in agriculture!

2026 is the International Year of the Woman Farmer and Leslie Hamilton Stein is a prime example of being a mom, a wife, and a farmer - it's all in a days work.

03/28/2026

We’re at the Get Outside & Thrive Expo today from 10–5 at the Arnot Mall! Stop by, say hello, and learn how to turn food scraps into something amazing 🌱✨

03/26/2026

It’s almost time for the Get Outside & Thrive show! We’re excited to be part of it and share ways to help you get outside and thrive.

Come see us Saturday from 10–5!

03/24/2026

Today we celebrate National Ag Day, but our gratitude goes far beyond one day. Here’s to the farmers, producers, and ag professionals who work tirelessly to sustain our communities and way of life.