About the Organization
Genesee Land Trust preserves and protects the land and waterways that enhance the quality of life in the greater Rochester region, providing wildlife habitat, locally grown food, and connections to nature. Genesee Land Trust owns and manages nature preserves for the public to enjoy. They also use permanent agreements, called conservation easements, to conserve farmland and natural lands while the private landowner continues to care for the land. Genesee Land Trust hosts several programs throughout the region - urban, rural, and suburban - connecting people to nature through walks, talks, and other events.
Regional Navigator Services
As a Regional Navigator, Genesee Land Trust will assist landowners looking to protect their farm and to beginning farmers on identifying their farmland needs throughout counties in the Finger Lakes. Genesee Land Trust will also work to grow their role as a resource for new farmers looking to access farmland as assist them in looking for land and making connections with landowners and other agencies.
Reach out to us for support in the following areas:
- Farmland Protection
- Finding and Evaluating Farmland
Regions Served
Central, Cayuga County, Finger Lakes, Genesee County, Orleans County, Monroe County, Ontario County, Wayne County
Ag Updates
Farmer Housing Matching Portal
Growing Homes has created a house matching portal to provide access to affordable rentals for farmers and farmworkers in the Hudson Valley region! You can create a listing as a farmer housing home seeker or home provider.
New York Farm Transition Advisors Directory
NY Farm Transition Advisors Directory is designed to be an accessible and inclusive referral resource that is available to farmers, farmland owners and ag service professionals working through farm transitions and farmland access in New York State.
Farmland Owner Resource Hub
Are you a landowner looking to support farmland preservation by making your land available to farmers? Maybe you want to learn more about how you can steward your farmland with sustainable practices in mind? Or maybe you have goals you’d like to achieve that ensures the future of your farm? Check out the Farmland Owner Hub to explore various topics.
Looking for an on farm job or have a farm job you are hiring for?
Are you looking for a farm job? Are you a farm looking to hire help? Check out the 'Find a Farm Job' page on the New York Farmland Finder website!