Climate Smart Farming Tools

NOAA Seasonal Outlook - Temperature

NOAA Seasonal Outlook - Temperature

A seasonal forecast is the best available prediction of what our climate will be like in the next few months.

NOAA Seasonal Outlook - Precipitation

NOAA Seasonal Outlook - Precipitation

A seasonal forecast is the best available prediction of what our climate will be like in the next few months.

Cover Crop Tool for Vegetable Growers

Cover Crop Tool for Vegetable Growers

This is an online tool to help you quickly narrow the choices of cover crop for your situation.

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory Tools

National Renewable Energy Laboratory Tools

Use models and tools developed or supported by NREL to assess, analyze, and optimize renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies for your project.

COMET-Farm GHG Accounting Tool

COMET-Farm GHG Accounting Tool

COMET-Farm is a whole farm and ranch carbon and greenhouse gas accounting system.  

USDA Adaptation Workbook Online

USDA Adaptation Workbook Online

An interactive online climate change tool developed by the USDA for land management and conservation in the Northeast and Midwest.

Forages Species Selector Tool

Forages Species Selector Tool

Provides recommendations for field specific crops based on local soil type, drainage, and intended use.

Grass Management Tools

Grass Management Tools

A collection of management tools and resources meant to aid decision making

NYS Runoff Risk

NYS Runoff Risk

The New York State Runoff Risk Forecast is a decision support tool designed to help farmers and commercial applicators determine the best time to spread manure.