Seneca County Agricultural Agencies Hosting Drive Yourself Farm Tour
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Join us in visiting with the farm operators and the related agricultural agencies that support them on August 15th
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The tour will feature water quality measures, cover crops, tile drainage, an agricultural chemical mixing facility, integrated pest management and a discussion about the costs associated with implementing water quality practices. (Photo by Lewis Pugsley on Unsplash)
Introduction
SENECA CO., N.Y. — To create a greater understanding of practices occurring in today’s agriculture, two agricultural operations in Seneca County are inviting the general public to learn more about how farms are striving to be compatible with the environment and remain profitable. Join us in visiting with the farm operators and the related agricultural agencies that support them on August 15th.
Tour Details
This drive yourself agricultural tour, organized by Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension, Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District, USDA NRCS and FSA, and the Seneca County Farm Bureau is scheduled for the afternoon of Tuesday, August 15 starting at 3:00pm. The tour will feature:
- Water quality measures
- Cover crops
- Tile drainage
- Agricultural chemical mixing facility
- Integrated pest management
- Discussion about the costs associated with implementing water quality practices
Conclusion
The tour concludes with a complimentary wine tasting at Boundary Breaks Winery, which earned this year’s award for Best White Wine in New York for their 2021 Gewürztraminer. Also, a BBQ dinner catered by Between the Lakes BBQ by Justin Ward will be available to tour participants.
Important Information
Everyone attending is encouraged to wear appropriate shoes for moderate walking on potentially uneven ground and bring a chair if needed for extended periods of standing. A map indicating the meeting locations for the tour will be provided once registered.
Additional Participants
The two host farms will be joined by Cornell Cooperative Extension Specialists from the NWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Team and the Finger Lakes Grape Program, as well as other agriculture industry related professionals.
Registration and Contact Information
The Boundary Breaks wine tasting and BBQ at the conclusion of the tour is free of charge, but registration is required. More information about the tour and the dinner can be found at www.senecacountycce.org under the events tab.
RSVPs for the drive yourself Ag Tour are required by August 10th or until filled. Please visit Seneca County CCE at www.senecacountycce.org for more information or directly to the registration page at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SenecaCountyAgTour2023_245. All registered participants will receive a map with the farm locations and times by email. Feel free to contact Judy Wright, Agriculture Development Specialist with Seneca County CCE at jlw24@cornell.edu or (315) 539-9251 ext. 109.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The drive yourself agricultural tour aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) including:
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
– Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials | Not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | 12.4: By 2020, achieve the environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle, in accordance with agreed international frameworks, and significantly reduce their release to air, water, and soil to minimize their adverse impacts on human health and the environment | Water quality measures, cover crops, tile drainage, agricultural chemical mixing facility, integrated pest management |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
The issue of water quality measures is directly connected to SDG 6, which aims to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
The practices mentioned in the article, such as cover crops, tile drainage, agricultural chemical mixing facility, and integrated pest management, are related to SDG 12, which focuses on promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials
The article highlights the tour’s feature of water quality measures, indicating a focus on improving water quality through pollution reduction and minimizing the release of hazardous chemicals and materials.
Target 12.4: By 2020, achieve the environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle, in accordance with agreed international frameworks, and significantly reduce their release to air, water, and soil to minimize their adverse impacts on human health and the environment
The practices mentioned in the article, such as cover crops, tile drainage, agricultural chemical mixing facility, and integrated pest management, contribute to achieving the environmentally sound management of chemicals and wastes, as well as reducing their release to air, water, and soil.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Unfortunately, the article does not mention any specific indicators that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, it is implied that the tour will provide insights into the implementation of water quality measures and sustainable agricultural practices, which can indirectly contribute to measuring progress towards the targets.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials | Not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | 12.4: By 2020, achieve the environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle, in accordance with agreed international frameworks, and significantly reduce their release to air, water, and soil to minimize their adverse impacts on human health and the environment | Water quality measures, cover crops, tile drainage, agricultural chemical mixing facility, integrated pest management |
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