nys climate bill

In early June 2019, Governor Andrew Cuomo vowed to sign the Climate Leadership and Community Production Act into law. The bill has has already passed in the Senate and the Assembly. Here are some of the key propositions included in the bill: 100% carbon-free...

farm raised food for the family

We did the research for you. In case you can’t make it to your local farmers market, here are some places that welcome you onto their land. Whether you’re gung-ho about becoming a locavore, or just looking for a few fresh ingredients for your next...

father’s day gifts

Go Letterboxing in PLAN’s preserves It’s the ultimate scavenger hunt. Spend the day outside with family and friends looking for hidden treasure in nature’s nooks and crannies. Pack a picnic lunch for an adventurous day on the trail. Learn more about...

water chestnut pull

Slather on some sunscreen, grab a paddle, and get out on the water to help pull water chestnuts before they go to seed. Water Chestnut is an aquatic invasive plant that forms dense, floating mats that clog waterways and negatively impact and alter aquatic habitats....

largest farm project complete

With a conservation easement in place on nearly one-third of the farm, Linda Barber, the female force behind the Barber Bros. Dairy Farm operation for the last 50 years, can finally begin to enjoy views of her property without fear of encroaching development. “I don’t...