Down on the Farm Day postponed

LIBERTY — Due to concerns over the outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in England and Europe, the Agricultural Program Committee of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County has decided not to present Down on the Farm Day this year. Given the large number of visitors from outside the area that attend this event and the difficulty in providing bio-security to the host farm, it was decided that in the best interest of animal agriculture to not hold the event this year. The Agricultural Program Committee feels that it is better to be cautious than to put the county at risk. Should this disease gain a foothold in this country the effects would be catastrophic in terms of animal agriculture, the agricultural economy and the livelihood of thousands of farm families.

New animal club

MILFORD — The Pike County 4H program is starting an Animal Club for children between the ages of eight and 18. You do not need to own an animal to participate. The first meeting of the club will be held June 20 from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m.n at the Pike County Administration Building. Registration is required.

To register or for more information call 570/2963400.

Market vendors wanted

BETHEL — The Fall Garden Harvest Market begins its third season on Sunday, September 2. The weekly event runs on each of the six Sundays between Labor Day and Columbus Day Weekends, through October 7. Hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The farmers’ market and craft fair is located on Hurd Road in Bethel, NY at the site of the “Original Woodstock Festival” and “Day in the Garden Concerts.”

Both agricultural and handmade craft vendors are being sought to expand the market this year.

The farm market section is coordinated by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County. Regional producers of vegetables, cider, fall plants, meat and dairy products are needed. For farm information and an application, call 845/292-6180.

The craft area will be managed by Roosa Promotions of Wurtsboro. This is a juried weekly show open to artists and craftspeople. Work should be original by the exhibiting artist. For information and an application, visit www.roosapromotions.com or call 845/888-2425.

For general information about the market call the Gerry Foundation at 845/295-2448.