Event Details

Date

April 16, 2025

Time

12:00 noon EDT

Location

via Zoom

Host

Harvest NY and Bronx GreenUp

Karen Guzman
929-468-5179


Compost Café: BioChar

April 16, 2025


In partnership with Bronx GreenUp, join Karen Guzman, Urban Garden Specialist, for an engaging and informative Compost Café where we'll discuss biochar in urban agriculture. We'll discuss the history of biochar, explore some of its environmental benefits, and learn how this innovative solution can transform urban growing spaces. Learn how biochar can be used to creatively manage organic waste and enhance sustainability in your own community.

Register online to obtain the Zoom link.





Upcoming Events

2025 Cornell High-Cannabinoid Hemp Cannabis sativa Field Day

Event Offers DEC Credits

September 10, 2025
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY

Join us for a full day of learning and discussion, connecting and having fun! The Cornell Cannabis sativa L. (Hemp) Field Day features interactive workshops, demonstrations, and panel discussions on the latest industry advancements for New York growers and other stakeholders. Topics include:
  • controlled environment agriculture
  • soil health and composting
  • disease management and tissue culture
  • genetics of color and minor cannabinoids
  • post-harvest, drying, and curing
  • USDA field updates
  • NYS Office of Cannabis Management updates and fireside chat

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