Success in farmland protection is the result of many factors, one of which is local towns and policy makers supporting farmland protection in their communities by thoughtful planning.

Remembering Board Member Helge Heen.

Hello, my name is Jacob Shearer and I am a member of Boy Scout Troop 4070 located in Geneseo, NY.

I just completed my Eagle project with Genesee Valley Conservancy.

Genesee Valley Conservancy has purchased 177 acres of critical wetland and upland habitat in Richmond, Ontario County, to expand and connect the Taylor Marsh Preserve and Honeoye Creek Wildlife Management Area!

Welcome Kevin, this year’s Land Steward.

Thanks to Trout Unlimited for helping support our work to conserve this important stream for trout and people in Wayland, Stueben County!

This spring, 1,512 acres of prime agricultural land and valuable soil resources were protected by this farm in partnership with Genesee Valley Conservancy.

Join us July 22 for this year’s Genesee Valley Quiz Night! Reserve your team table today!

Registration is now open for the 19th annual Oak Tree Half Marathon & 5K taking place in Geneseo NY on September 3rd, 2023.

Milestone Highlights the Success and Flexibility of New York’s Farmland Protection Program

More than 107,000 Acres of Farmland on Nearly 370 Farms Protected from Future Development

Registration is now open for the Bluebell Hike! Reserve your free time slot today to see this stunning forest full of blue flowers!

VOLUNTEER AT YOUR LOCAL PRESERVE

Genesee County farmers, join us to learn about farmland protection opportunities, what it means for your farm, your family, and your land and the process to apply if you are interested.

At a young age, Molly developed an appreciation for the beauty and serenity of the great outdoors and rural landscapes.

Last fall, voters overwhelmingly passed the largest environmental bond act in the State’s history.

We are looking for artists of all types to create a piece for this year’s mixed media version of the Genesee Valley 100.

NYS-DEC assisted the Conservancy in conducting a fish population count so we have a baseline of data to gauge future changes in the stream at The Gully Preserve.

Brothers Eric and Jeremy Grace have permanently protected 49 acres of land along Nations Road in Geneseo by working with Genesee Valley Conservancy to place a conservation easement on the property.

Look for these trails marks being installed at our nature preserves this year!