LIBERTY — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County, in partnership with the Sullivan County Visitors Association and the Sullivan County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board, will host Farm Friendly Communities: Zoning Tools to Support Agri-Tourism on Wednesday, June 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at The Arnold House in Livingston Manor, NY.

This informative workshop is designed to equip municipal leaders and community stakeholders with practical tools to support and grow agri-tourism through effective land use planning and zoning practices. Attendees will gain insights on how farm-friendly policies can encourage economic development while preserving the region’s agricultural heritage.

The session will be led by Nan Stolzenburg, AICP, a planner with Community Planning & Environmental Associates, who will present on zoning policies, definitions, and techniques that can help municipalities better accommodate farm-based enterprises such as on-farm retail, breweries, and other agri-tourism ventures.

Planning and Zoning Board members are eligible to receive two training credit hours toward their required continuing education. The workshop is free, but advance registration is required. Light refreshments provided.

This event underscores the importance of collaboration between local government, agriculture, and tourism sectors to build resilient, farm-friendly communities that support both farmers and local economies.

For more information or to register, contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County at 845-292-6180 or email sullivan@cornell.edu, or visit www.sullivancce.org/events.