Farmland Preservation

Through our Farmland Preservation Program we work closely with landowners, farmers, and community partners to preserve Westchester County land that has agricultural value.  Whether you are an experienced grower, a farm market devotee, a garden variety novice, or are interested in WLT’s conservation work, we invite you to learn more and become involved.

Farmland Match

WLT’s Farmland Match Program helps startup farm operations and established growers expand their business with an eye toward long-term land preservation, economic health and viability.  Participating area landowners who possess cultivatable land are matched with local farmers.  Our farmers and landowners share a deep commitment to ensuring that Westchester County farmland remains in production and available to farmers. Learn More...

http://www.westchesterlandtrust.org/sugar-hill-farm

Sugar Hill Farm

We use the land surrounding our headquarters, Sugar Hill Farm in Bedford Hills, to demonstrate sustainable farming practices.  Sugar Hill Farm is one of five area sites that grows quality produce for children, families and seniors who are hungry or at risk of hunger in Westchester County.  Food from our farm is distributed through the Food Bank for Westchester. Learn More...

Protecting Farmland

We identify farmland for protection by working with municipalities and local conservation groups.  We help landowners protect their land and work with them to select a conservation strategy that best suits their needs and ensures the long-term protection of their land’s ecological and agricultural values.

Contact Kate Sann (Kate@westchesterlandtrust.org), WLT’s Preservation Associate for details.