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Growing More, Longer: Season Extension and Hydroponic Demo

• Monday, October 20, 2025, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

This day-long workshop is designed to give farmers and growers practical tools to extend their growing season and explore innovative production systems. The program brings together research-based insights, technical expertise, and hands-on demonstration.

Participants will learn from Cornell specialists and NRCS staff about high tunnels systems, feasibility and cost analysis, and the benefits deep water culture hydroponics. Local farmers will share their real-world experiences with high tunnel production and crop management at Ryder Farm by RE Endeavors, followed by an on-farm tour at Pleasant View Farm to explore deep water culture hydroponics and greenhouse systems. Attendees will gain hands-on experience with setting up an ebb-and-flow grow table to reduce labor and improve watering consistency.

Fee

$15-$35

Register

https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCHBgIdbsFKbLEO

Location

Ryder Farm by RE Endeavors
Starr Ridge Road
Brewster , NY 10509

Last updated September 24, 2025