NY FarmNet + NYS Agricultural Mediation Receive $500,000 Grant from USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced that an investment of nearly $25 million for 50 grants supporting Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) State Department of Agriculture (SDA) projects. NY FarmNet and New York State Agricultural Mediation Program (NYSAMP) received $500,000 to support this work in the Empire State. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is supporting both organizations with this project.

Claudia KennyMarch 8, 2022Comment

Join the Be Well Farming Project’s Winter Workshop Series

The Be Well Farming project offers a winter workshop series for those identifying as farmers or earth workers of all roles and backgrounds across the Northeast.

Claudia KennyJanuary 25, 2021Comment

Ag. Community Circles

NYSAMP is offering virtual gatherings to NYS Ag. Community. During this time of social distancing, Community Circles offer the chance to gather, reflect, connect and to listen and be heard on topics of interest in a safe virtual space.

Claudia KennyAugust 25, 2020Comment

NYSAMP expands free services!

NYSAMP is offering remote services via video calls or phone. Our expanded free services include mediation for interpersonal farm family issues.

Claudia KennyMay 14, 2020Comment

Overcoming Communication Challenges

Come join us for an interesting discussion during these stressful times in the agricultural industry. Claudia Kenny of NYS Ag Mediation will be presenting on Overcoming Communication Challenges.

Claudia KennyJune 20, 2018 Comment

Troubled Farm Economy Hits Home for Farmers and Agricultural Businesses

Todd Giroux knows just how tough times are right now for farmers. He milks 55 cows while at the same time attempting to build a new barn following a devastating barn fire last November. His animals survived and so did his spirit for farming, but it hasn’t been easy.

Claudia KennyMay 1, 2018Comment

Team Effectiveness Workshop

This workshop draws upon recent research on what makes successful and productive teams, while integrating Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a way of thinking and speaking that is particularly effective in reducing stress and conflict, creating connection, and improving collaboration.

Claudia KennyMarch 15, 2018Comment

Grassroots August 2017: Guest Opinions

I came into farming from a non-farming background and in the 23 years of co-managing my family farm in Columbia County I have learned a great deal about the strength and resiliency of the farm community.

Claudia KennyAugust 1, 2017Comment

Lease Mediation Project

The New York State Agricultural Mediation Program (NYSAMP) is pleased to announce a grant award for a Lease Mediation Project from the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program.

Claudia KennyJune 5, 2017Comment

Managing Complexity: Breakdowns – Small Farm Quarterly, Winter 2017

A farmer manages complexity such as unpredictability in biological systems, changing weather and climate patterns, and ever-changing economic systems.  When multiple stressors pile up, relationships often break down.

Claudia KennyJanuary 1, 2017Comment