NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY
The Agricultural Environmental Innovation Demonstration Program (AEIDP) is a one-time competitive grant opportunity supporting farms interested in demonstrating innovative equipment and technology that improves air and water quality, strengthens farm operations, and generates practical lessons for other farmers.
The program is administered by the Watershed Agricultural Council and funded by the New York State Office of the Attorney General.
To learn more click here. Application deadline: February 27, 2026
COLD WEATHER TIPS FOR LIVESTOCK
The NYC Watershed region is in the middle of yet another cold snap. After a weekend of snow, with more looming in the forecast, it’s a good time to remember some cold weather tips for both livestock and farmers. Below are various links with information and tips to help safely navigate these extreme cold temperatures. These tips are from the University of Maine website.
For the farmer
- Ten Tips to Stay Safe Farming in Winter
- Farm Safety Check: Working in the Cold
- Protecting Workers From Cold Stress
General Livestock Care
Chickens
Dairy & Beef Cattle
- Cold Weather Strategies for Cattlemen
- Cold Stress Impacts on Cattle
- Managing Dairy Cattle in Cold Weather
Equines
Sheep, Goats and Camelids
Preventing and Repairing Damage
- Winter Storms: Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes
- Protecting Water from Freezing
- Livestock Disaster Plan
To read these stories and more, check out the January 2025 News here.
