Why in Schoharie County

With agriculture its leading industry, Schoharie County has "street credibility" and is the premier source for high- value experiences in agriculture and country living. Through its solid foundation of more than 500 farms, traditional country living skills are maintained and continually evolve.

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Our School's Courses

The School of Country Wisdom offers courses and encourages events supporting country living in a wide variety of areas including:

- Animals & Livestock
- Country Living
- Country Shows & Events
- Culinary
- Gardening & Farming
- Healthy Living
- SUNY Cobleskill

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Who is Involved

The School of Country Wisdom is a joint effort to preserve Schoharie County’s heritage while encouraging new economic development. The leadership includes the Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce and its Agri-Business Committee, the Schoharie County Planning and Development Agency, the Schoharie County Farm Bureau, SUNY Cobleskill, the Schoharie Valley Association and the Schoharie County Cooperative Extension, in cooperation with Storey Publishing, based in North Adams, Massachusetts.