Don't Forget Your Residential Agricultural Discount Application
Katelyn Walley, Business Management Specialist and Team Leader
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program
Don't Forget your Residential Agricultural Discount Application!
Farms have until July 1st to apply or reapply for the Residential Agricultural Discount. This is a reduced electric rate available to agricultural customers who are billed under a residential service and is offered through funding from New York Power Authority's (NYPA) ReCharge NY program. The amount of the discount varies by how many people participate and your electricity usage. NYSEG Customers can get their application here, and National Grid Customers can use this form. For more information, or for hard copies of the forms, contact Katelyn Walley-Stoll, Farm Business Management Specialist.
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Upcoming Events
Build Your Own Bee Hotel Workshop
May 10, 2025
Belmont, NY
Create a welcoming home for native pollinators and boost your garden's health!
Planning For Immigration Enforcement At Your Farm
May 20, 2025
Ramped-up immigration enforcement is spreading fear and resulting in family and workforce disruptions across the farm landscape. Farms and employees should take action by making a plan for what to do in case of an immigration enforcement action at your farm. Planning is critical to avoid the worst outcomes. Learn about available resources and hear from the experience of crisis support leaders!
Chainsaw Safety & Forestry BMP's
June 13, 2025
Belmont, NY
Perfect for beginners or experienced users needing a refresher. We'll cover safety features and basic maintenance of the modern saw and learn kickback prevention techniques. Participants will be able to try on various PPE and learn ergonomic practices. Interested participants will learn to safely start up, throttle up, and turn off a saw. You may bring our own saw if you choose, there will be no cutting in this class.