Join the UConn Extension and a team of experts for an informative presentation and discussion on poultry health and disease, the use of various additives in poultry production, and related topics. The event will include an introduction to sustainable poultry, the basics of poultry health and disease, application of various natural compounds in production, beneficial […]
UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources is organizing a series of listening sessions to understand the concerns of agricultural producers in Connecticut. Their goal is to develop programming and projects to address the needs of Connecticut's farmers.
During New England Kelp Harvest Week, the region's sugar kelp producers partner with restaurants and chefs to feature amazing culinary creations. Visit the web site for a full list of participating restaurants and places to buy kelp.
During New England Kelp Harvest Week, the region's sugar kelp producers partner with restaurants and chefs to feature amazing culinary creations. Visit the web site for a full list of participating restaurants and places to buy kelp.
This seasonal farmers’ market on the pavilion at the Connecticut Regional Market offers products like fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, eggs, and honey.
This first annual horse and livestock tack sale will feature a variety of vendors.
This multi-part course gives participants a solid foundation in soil ecology and regenerative farming practices to maintain and improve soil health and biodiversity. It also includes hands-on activities such as solarizing a new garden plot, selecting and planting a cover crop, and making mineral and biological soil amendments.
The Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2009 and we are growing. The festival started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association as a program "to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut" by visiting farms and eventually to a one day event held at UCONN. It has evolved […]
During New England Kelp Harvest Week, the region's sugar kelp producers partner with restaurants and chefs to feature amazing culinary creations. Visit the web site for a full list of participating restaurants and places to buy kelp.
As part of the University of Connecticut Extension's CT Soil Health Initiative with USDA NRCS, the Spring Urban Agriculture Tour will be hosted at the Green Village Initiative's Reservoir Community Farm. Learn more about urban farming methods that have proven successful as well as funding opportunities for infrastructure such as high tunnels, raised beds, irrigation […]