Events - month view
earlier monthsJanuary 2019
NYCO Winter Meetings
January 8, 2019
10am - 2 pm
Geneva, NY
Presentation by Tomasz B. Falkowski, Ph.D of the Cornell University Horticulture Department
Farmer Panel: Mike and Karen Hooper of Memphis, N.Y., and Ben and Kate Wittemore of Candor, N.Y. Will share their experiences with bedded back barn.
Fay Benson, Cornell Small Dairy Specialist will review bedded pack design concerns and resources he has collected over the years.
No cost, no need to register! Please bring a dish to pass at the potluck lunch.
For more information, contact Fay Benson, (607) 391-2699, afb3@cornell.edu
Raising Beef Dairy Crosses
January 8 - January 9, 2019
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua and Warsaw, NY
The NWNY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team is planning two evening meetings to learn more about the opportunities and challenges with raising dairy crossbred calves.
Corn Congress - Batavia Location
January 9, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Please join the NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crop Program's team for our annual Corn Congress. DEC re-certification points and Certified Crop Adviser credits available, so bring your picture ID. Lunch is included. Hear from program-related professionals and visit with our sponsoring vendors. Register Now!
QuickBooks for Farmers and Growers
January 9 - January 30, 2019
10am - 12pm on January 9, 16, 23 & 30
Cortland, NY
QuickBooks is the most used bookkeeping software for small businesses. With QuickBooks you can save time recording transactions and know where you stand financially every day. Learn how to set up QuickBooks for your farm business from the beginning. In this 4-part series you will learn:
- Basic accounting concepts and reports
- How to set up a Chart of Accounts to fit your farm operation
- Invoicing and Cash Receipts
- Recording and Paying Purchases and Expenses
- Reconciling Accounts
- Production and Analysis of Financial Statements
Corn Congress - Waterloo Location
January 10, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
Please join the NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crop Program's team for our annual Corn Congress. DEC re-certification points and Certified Crop Adviser credits available, so bring your picture ID. Lunch is included. Hear from program-related professionals and visit with our sponsoring vendors. Register Now!
2019 Becker Forum - Farm Labor: Planning for the Future
January 14, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Liverpool, NY
Registration fee is $95 for the first person and $85 for additional registrants from the same organization until January 5, 2019. After January 5, registration is $120/person.
For a complete agenda and to register: http://nysvga.org/expo/information/
or email: nysvegetablegrowers@gmail.com
Becker Forum
January 14, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Liverpool, NY
Farm Labor: Farm Employment Practices, Planning for the Future
Federal labor policy, sexual harassment law compliance, employee housing management, financing and managing farm worker housing, updates from the NY Departments of Labor and Health, and more.
Dairy Day 2019
January 15 - January 16, 2019
10-3pm
Burrville, NY
Dairy Alternatives Meeting ~ Morrisville
January 16, 2019
11am - 2:30pm
Morrisville, NY
Thinking of raising dairy replacements or beef cattle?
Dairy Alternatives Meeting ~ Fonda
January 17, 2019
Fonda, NY
Thinking of raising dairy replacements or beef cattle?
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
January 17, 2019
8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. $25 includes lunch and a manual
WARSAW, NY
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This 8-hour training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to appropriate care. Register online here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/MentalHealthFirstAidTraining_10508 or email lma96@cornell.edu.
Dairy Managers Discussion Group: Session I
January 17, 2019
Noon lunch, followed by discussion 1-3 pm
Cortland, NY
Genomic Testing and Strategies to Improve Herd Genetics, Dr. Michele Barrett-Zoetis
RSVP to Shannon Myers: (607) 391-2662 or srm242@cornell.edu
Questions to Betsy Hicks: (607) 391-2673 or bjh246@cornell.edu
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Otsego County
January 18, 2019
1-3 pm
Cooperstown, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
NYBPA Winter Management Meeting- "Dairy cross bred calf - opportunity for the dairy & beef industry"
January 18, 2019
9:45 a.m. Welcome - 5:00 p.m. Adjournment
East Syracuse, NY
On January 18, 2018 in Syracuse, the New York Beef Producer's Association is presenting a day-long session on the cross bred dairy calf. Speakers will include farmers and extension professionals with experience in this field. The keynote speaker will be from Wulf Genetics working with Genex to supply beef bulls of various breeds to use on Jersey and Holstein cows. To date they have raised and finished over 50,000 cross bred calves. Plan to spend the day and learn about how this enterprise may fit in your dairy operation to provide another source of cash flow. For more information, please contact Brenda Bippert, NYBPA Executive Secretary, nybeefproducers@aol.com, (716) 902-4305, or http://www.nybpa.org/abwc.htm
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Herkimer County
January 21, 2019
1-3 pm
Little Falls, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Saratoga County
January 22, 2019
1-3 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Chenango County
January 23, 2019
1-3 pm
Norwich, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Madison County
January 24, 2019
1-3 pm
Morrisville, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Schoharie County
January 25, 2019
1-3 pm
Cobleskill, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Growing A Profitable Woodlot
January 26, 2019
10am - 2pm
Georgetown, NY
Growing a Profitable Woodlot, Saturday January 26, 2019, 10am-2pm
Cost is $10 per person and includes a pancake and sausage lunch at Many Maples!
Are you looking to derive value from your woodlot? Are you looking to diversify your farm operation?
Do you want to use your woodlot to its full potential?
Please be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear as we will be going on a
woods walk during the class.
TO REGISTER:
https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/growingaprofitablewoodlot_225
OR Sarah (315)684-3001 Ext. 108 | sjs299@cornell.edu
https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/growingaprofitablewoodlot_225
OR Sarah (315)684-3001 Ext. 108 | sjs299@cornell.edu
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Fulton/Montgomery Counties
January 28, 2019
1-3 pm
Fonda, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
**CANCELLED**Understanding EPDs for Beef Cattle
January 28, 2019
4-6 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Expected Progeny Difference(EPDs) are a great tool in your tool box when it comes to selecting genetics for your herd.
Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow II
January 28 - January 31, 2019
9:00am-4:00pm
If you have employees, then you need to be at the NY Labor Road Show II.
2019 Winter Crop Meeting
January 29, 2019
9:15 Registration and Trade show, 9:55 -3:30 pm Program
Ithaca, NY
Topics & Speakers:
• Know Your Yields! Importance of Accurate Yield Record for (Nitrogen) Management of Corn - Dr. Quirrine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management SPEAR Program, and Karl Czymmek, PRO-DAIRY
• Evaluating Progress in Alfalfa and Grass Quality Management - Dr. Jerry Cherney Crops and Soil Section in the School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
• Crop Insurance Update: Dairy Revenue Protection - Fay Benson, Extension Educator
• 2018 Silage Variety Trial Results - Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist
• No-Till Famer Panel
• Corn Insert Management Updates: CRW, WBC & Nematodes - Dr. Elson Shields, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University
• Know Your Yields! Importance of Accurate Yield Record for (Nitrogen) Management of Corn - Dr. Quirrine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management SPEAR Program, and Karl Czymmek, PRO-DAIRY
• Evaluating Progress in Alfalfa and Grass Quality Management - Dr. Jerry Cherney Crops and Soil Section in the School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
• Crop Insurance Update: Dairy Revenue Protection - Fay Benson, Extension Educator
• 2018 Silage Variety Trial Results - Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist
• No-Till Famer Panel
• Corn Insert Management Updates: CRW, WBC & Nematodes - Dr. Elson Shields, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University
Academy of Dairy Executives
January 30 - January 31, 2019
Session 2: January 30-31, Best Western, Canton
Session 3: March 27-28, Harbor Hotel, Clayton
Ag Labor Road Show
January 30, 2019
9:00am - 4:00pm
Syracuse, NY
Experts from farms, private industry and Cornell University will focus on critical topics that affect all farm employers including: employee housing, onboarding, sexual harassment prevention, employee engagement, safety, wage and hour laws, and worker care.
Hosted by the Ag Workforce Development Council.
23rd Annual North Country Crop Congress & Agribusiness Trade Show
January 31, 2019
10-3pm
Watertown, NY
Labor Road Show II - Canandaigua ***CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER/TRAVEL ADVISORY** *
January 31, 2019
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Canandaigua, NY
If you have employees, then you need to be at the New York Labor Road Show II. Experts from farms, private industry and the university will focus on critical topics that affect all farm employers including: employee housing, onboarding, sexual harassment prevention, employee engagement , safety, wage and hour laws, and worker care.
February 2019
Soybean & Small Grains Congress - Batavia Location
February 6, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Please join Cornell Cooperative Extension's NWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program team for the 2019 Soybean & Small Grains Congresses to be held Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at the Quality Inn & Suites, 8250 Park Road, Batavia and Thursday, February 7, 2019 at the Quality Inn, 2468 Route 414, Waterloo NY.
Soybean/Small Grains Congress - Waterloo Location
February 7, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
Please join Cornell Cooperative Extension's NWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program team for the 2019 Soybean & Small Grains Congresses to be held Wednesday, February 6th at the Quality Inn & Suites, 8250 Park Road, Batavia and Thursday, February 7th, at the Quality Inn, 2468 State Route 414, Waterloo NY.
Vaccinating Ruminants**RESCHEDULING**
February 7, 2019
6-8 pm
Cobleskill, NY
**This meeting will be rescheduled later in the spring**
Dairy Day - Syracuse Fairgrounds - CANCELLED
February 7, 2019
9:30 Registration, Program 10am-3pm
Syracuse, NY
Speakers and Topics:
John Winchell, Alltech - Mycotoxins as the Cow Sees Them
Dr Andy Novakovic, Cornell University - Mega Trends in Consumer Markets for Dairy Foods
Belinda S Thompson, DVM, Cornell University - The Opportunity to Avoid or Control Salmonella Dublin in your Dairy
Dr Kristan Reed, Cornell University - Nitrogen Utilization Across Lactation
Dr Amy Vasquez, Cornell University - On-farm Culture Opportunities
John Winchell, Alltech - Mycotoxins as the Cow Sees Them
Dr Andy Novakovic, Cornell University - Mega Trends in Consumer Markets for Dairy Foods
Belinda S Thompson, DVM, Cornell University - The Opportunity to Avoid or Control Salmonella Dublin in your Dairy
Dr Kristan Reed, Cornell University - Nitrogen Utilization Across Lactation
Dr Amy Vasquez, Cornell University - On-farm Culture Opportunities
Dairy Day - Owego Treadway Inn - Uncovering Opportunities for Your Dairy
February 8, 2019
9:30 Registration, Program 10am-3pm
Owego, NY
Speakers and Topics:
John Winchell, Alltech - Mycotoxins as the Cow Sees Them
Dr Andy Novakovic, Cornell University - Mega Trends in Consumer Markets for Dairy Foods
Belinda S Thompson, DVM, Cornell University - The Opportunity to Avoid or Control Salmonella Dublin in your Dairy
Dr Kristan Reed, Cornell University - Nitrogen Utilization Across Lactation
Dr Paula Ospina, Cornell University - Bulk Tanks and Milk Quality
John Winchell, Alltech - Mycotoxins as the Cow Sees Them
Dr Andy Novakovic, Cornell University - Mega Trends in Consumer Markets for Dairy Foods
Belinda S Thompson, DVM, Cornell University - The Opportunity to Avoid or Control Salmonella Dublin in your Dairy
Dr Kristan Reed, Cornell University - Nitrogen Utilization Across Lactation
Dr Paula Ospina, Cornell University - Bulk Tanks and Milk Quality
Succession Planning for Farm Businesses Workshop Series
February 11 - March 11, 2019
10:00am-2:30pm
Morrisville, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop series to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business
2019 Corn Day
February 12, 2019
10 am-3 pm
Cooperstown, NY
CNYDLFC Annual Corn Day
NYCO Winter Meetings
February 12, 2019
10am - 2 pm
Geneva, NY
No cost, no need to register! Please bring a dish to pass at the potluck lunch.
For more information, contact Fay Benson, (607) 391-2699, afb3@cornell.edu
Feeding Your Beef Cows Through the Winter
February 12, 2019
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Warsaw, NY
Learn how to meet the nutritional needs of your beef cows with available or purchased feed. Mike Baker, Cornell University's Beef Cattle Specialist will review the nutritional needs of the beef cow, how the environmental conditions impact feeding, and how the stages of pregnancy affects her needs. Nancy Glazier, Small Farms and Livestock Specialist with the NWNY Team, will discuss sampling procedures for nutrient analysis to know what you are feeding.
Dairy Day St. Lawrence County
February 14, 2019
10-3pm
Dairy Managers Discussion Group: Session II
February 14, 2019
Noon lunch, followed by discussion 1-3 pm
Dryden, NY
Beef Crossbred Calves at the Sale Barn, Ken Krutz - Empire Livestock, Claire Mulligan & Hannah Worden, ABS
RSVP to Shannon Myers: srm242@cornell.edu, (607) 391-2662
Questions to Betsy Hicks: bjh246@cornell.edu (607) 391-2673
FAMACHA Training for Sheep and Goat Producers**UPDATED INFORMATION**
February 16, 2019
9:00am-2:00pm
Norwich, NY
Internal parasites are one of the largest health issues that affect sheep and goats across the country. A lot of producers are unaware how important it is to understand parasites in their flocks.
2019 Precision Ag Workshop: Turning that Data into Dollars! Pre-Register by Feb 13th!
February 20, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., $59 includes lunch and materials, Prior registration and payment required.
Batavia, NY
Keynote Speaker - Bob Stewart, Stewart Farms
This year's 3rd annual workshop will address prevalent, precision-agriculture management topics. Speakers will discuss the importance of understanding and applying the data generated from the fields and the role you can play to better master it. If you've been gathering field and yield data and using it to make management decisions, this workshop will help you build a strategy for using the tools you already have to drive profitability for your operation.Should the Beef Industry be Concerned About Johne's?
February 25, 2019
6:30-8pm
Herkimer, NY
Johne's disease is a chronic, incurable bacterial infection that primarily affects the lower small intestine of ruminants.
Tompkins County Agricultural Summit
February 26, 2019
Registration 9:30am Meeting 10:00am-3:00pm
Dryden, NY
Strategies for Farming in the Northeast with Changing Weather Patterns
Changing weather patterns and weather extremes are creating new challenges in an already challenging industry - come hear about new research and approaches to keeping ahead of the weather!
To Register: Contact Debbie Teeter, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, dlt22@cornell.edu or (607) 272-2292
Cost $10.00 per person, includes lunch
Changing weather patterns and weather extremes are creating new challenges in an already challenging industry - come hear about new research and approaches to keeping ahead of the weather!
To Register: Contact Debbie Teeter, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, dlt22@cornell.edu or (607) 272-2292
Cost $10.00 per person, includes lunch
Forage Congress
February 27, 2019
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Mt. Morris, NY
- Climate Smart Farming Decision Tools
- Forage Quality to Reduce Purchase Concentrate Cost. N Management, Guidelines for Grass, Low Lignin Alfalfa, Harvest Schedule
- Fiber Digestibility & Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Using Fiber & Starch Yields
- Silage Fermentation
- Inventory & Shrink
- Producer Panel
Cancelled: Succession Planning for Farm Businesses - Workshop Series
February 27 - March 27, 2019
10:00am - 2:30pm
Dryden, NY
Members of different generations working in the same farm business are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop series to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generational business.
Workshop Information
Workshop Information
Session 1 - Business Across Generations
Wednesday, February 27
Session 2 - Family Business Communication
Wednesday, March 13
Session 3 - Developing the Transfer Plan
Wednesday, March 27
Registration fee is $60 per person, which includes all three sessions, materials and lunch.
Forage Quality Conference ~ Hamilton
February 27, 2019
10:30 am-3:00 pm
Hamilton, NY
How do you consistently achieve top quality forage?
Forage Quality Conference ~ Johnstown
February 28, 2019
10:30 am-3:00 pm
Johnstown, NY
How do you consistently achieve top quality forage?
MANURE APPLICATOR TRAINING - DEC Approved Training for CAFO Farms, register by 2/22/2019!
February 28, 2019
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Wyo Co Ag Bus Center, Warsaw and 1 p.m. - 3 p. m. Civil Def Bldg., Bath NY
This informational meeting is for all farm owners, family members, and employees who manage their farm's manure. All farms, regardless of size are encouraged to attend. This is a DEC approved Manure Applicator Training that is required for CAFO farms. A certificate will be provided to each farm that participates in the meeting.
March 2019
Raising Healthy Livestock: The Basics of Feeding, Health, and Quality Care
March 2, 2019
10 am - 1 pm
Lockport, NY
Raising livestock can be a rewarding enterprise. There are many things to consider, including what to feed, how to keep them healthy and how to handle them. Cornell Cooperative Extension NWNY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team is holding a workshop for livestock farmers to help address these topics.
Hay & Pasture School
March 4 - March 1, 2019
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Cooperstown Location
March 4, 2019
6-8 pm
Cooperstown, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Dairy Manager Training
March 5 - March 12, 2019
9:30am - 3:00pm
Canton, NY
Dairy Manager Training
March 5 - February 12, 2019
9:30am - 3:00pm
Canton, NY
Crop Management Topics
March 5, 2019
Registration 9:30am Meeting 10:00am-2:30pm
Binghamton, NY
Current and Interesting Crop Topics
DEC & CCA Credits in Application
Cost $15
See Flyer for Details
DEC & CCA Credits in Application
Cost $15
See Flyer for Details
Stockmanship Training for Beef Producers
March 6, 2019
6:00-9:00 pm
Bath, NY
New York is proud to welcome Curt Pate, a nationally and internationally recognized clinician, known for his abilities conducting stockmanship demonstrations.
Dairy Managers Training
March 6 - March 13, 2019
9:30 Registration, 10am-3pm Training
Two-Day Training Session, March 6 and March 13
March 6: Owego/Newark Valley, NY Flemingville United Methodist Church, 540 W Creek Rd, Owego and visiting Todd and Josie Spencer's Dairy Farm, 3657 West Creek Rd, Newark Valley, NY
Communication with People, Erica Leubner, NYFarmNet
Communication with Animals and Cattle Handling, Curt Pate, 1 hour in classroom, 2 hours in freestall
March 13: McMahon's E-Z Acres, 5950 West Scott Rd, Homer, NY
Facility Management for Profitability
Heifer Management & Facilities, Steve Chuta, Zoetis
Partial Budgets
Farm Walkthrough of Heifer Facilities
March 6: Owego/Newark Valley, NY Flemingville United Methodist Church, 540 W Creek Rd, Owego and visiting Todd and Josie Spencer's Dairy Farm, 3657 West Creek Rd, Newark Valley, NY
Communication with People, Erica Leubner, NYFarmNet
Communication with Animals and Cattle Handling, Curt Pate, 1 hour in classroom, 2 hours in freestall
March 13: McMahon's E-Z Acres, 5950 West Scott Rd, Homer, NY
Facility Management for Profitability
Heifer Management & Facilities, Steve Chuta, Zoetis
Partial Budgets
Farm Walkthrough of Heifer Facilities
Soil Health Workshop sponsored by Ontario & Yates Co SWCD & Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association
March 7, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. 1.5 (DEC pesticide Applicator credits & 4.5 CCA CEUs)
Canandaigua, NY
To register, please return this form to: Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association, PO Box 323, Canandaigua, NY 14424, with check made payable to CLWA. You may also pre-register by calling 585-394-5030 or info@canandaigualakeassoc.org by February 21st, 2019. To pay with credit card, please go to the following link: http://www.canandaigualakeassoc.org/get-involved/soil-health-workshop/
$20 per participant with pre-registration (includes lunch).
$25 per participant for walk-ins (payable by cash only).
$20 per participant with pre-registration (includes lunch).
$25 per participant for walk-ins (payable by cash only).
Dairy Managers Training
March 7 - March 14, 2019
9:30 am Registration, 10 am- 3 pm Training
Two-day training with sessions on March 7th and March 14th
March 7th:
Meet at CCE Wyoming County
36 Center St Suite B, Warsaw, NY 14569
Visiting Emerling Farm after lunch
2904 NY-246, Perry, NY 14530
Visiting Emerling Farm after lunch
2904 NY-246, Perry, NY 14530
Communication with People, Erica Leubner, NYFarmNet
Communication with Animals and Cattle Handling, Curt Pate, 1 hour in classroom, 2 hours in freestall
March 14th:
Meet at CCE Ontario County
480 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424
Visiting Bonna Terra Farm after lunch
8800 NY-5, Bloomfield, NY 14469
Communication with Animals and Cattle Handling, Curt Pate, 1 hour in classroom, 2 hours in freestall
March 14th:
Meet at CCE Ontario County
480 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424
Visiting Bonna Terra Farm after lunch
8800 NY-5, Bloomfield, NY 14469
Facility Management for Profitability
Heifer Management & Facilities, Steve Chuta, Zoetis
Partial Budgets
Farm Walk through of Heifer Facilities
Heifer Management & Facilities, Steve Chuta, Zoetis
Partial Budgets
Farm Walk through of Heifer Facilities
WEBINAR: 10 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE INSURING YOUR CORN AND SOYBEANS
March 8, 2019
12:30pm - 1:00pm
"It's too complicated" is an often heard comment from farmers looking to utilize Crop Insurance on their farms here in New York. This webinar will go over some of the first things a farmer would need to consider before reaching out to a crop insurance sales person. Understanding these concepts will improve the chance of purchasing a policy which will truly reduce the risk of growing crops.
Fay Benson, who works with the South Central NY Dairy Team, will share some of his experience while farming as well as knowledge gained during working with crop insurance education in New York for the past 10 years.
Join Zoom Meeting https://cornell.zoom.us/j/787940563
One tap mobile +16468769923,787940563# US (New York)
By Phone +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
Meeting ID: 787 940 563
Manure Handling & Trucking Safety Workshop
March 8, 2019
9am - 3pm
Cortland, NY
To register, call or e-mail Shannon Myers at (607) 391-2662 or srm242@cornell.edu
Cost: $10 for lunch
2019 Farmer and Chef Fair: Cut, Prep, Pair
March 9, 2019
3 pm - 6:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes livestock farmers are invited to participate in this year's "Meat & Great: Cut, Prep, Pair" event to showcase their farm's story and products.
2019 Dairy Day
March 12, 2019
10:00am-3:15pm
Cooperstown, NY
Economics and Strategies for Getting Cows Pregnant
NYCO Winter Meetings
March 12, 2019
10am - 2 pm
Geneva, NY
No cost, no need to register! Please bring a dish to pass at the potluck lunch.
For more information, contact Fay Benson, (607) 391-2669, afb3@cornell.edu
Livestock Techniques Hands-on Workshop ~ Herkimer location
March 12, 2019
6-8 pm
Herkimer, NY
Three locations to choose from.
Pre-Exam Training & Test to become a Certified Pesticide Applicator - Pre-Register by 3/4/19!!
March 12 - March 14, 2019
Class -12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Lunch Provided), Exam on 3/15/19 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. by DEC
Newark, NY
Ag Specialists Mike Stanyard and Tess Grasswitz will review core concepts and commodity-specific items in preparation for the exam. All participants must have experience working on their own farm or through employment on another farm. Participants must register directly with the DEC to take the EXAM and have any questions on exam eligibility answered by DEC representatives. This training is only for those with experience and does not quality for the 30-hour pre-test training.
Wyoming County Farmland Protection Informational Seminars
March 12 - March 30, 2019
Two Dates/Times: Thursday, Mar 21st, 7-9 p.m. & Saturday, March 30th, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Wyoming County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board (WCAFPB) will accept pre-applications from farmland owners for the next round of New York State purchase of development rights (PDR) grants through May 3, 2019 at 3:00 pm. All owners of farms interested in applying must attend an informational seminar. Landowners can attend on either Thursday, March 21, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm or Saturday, March 30, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.At the seminars, Genesee Valley Conservancy (GVC) Farmland Protection Specialist David Bojanowski will discuss PDR, Conservation Easements, New York State PDR Grant Program, an example PDR Project and landowner considerations when considering farmland protection. Cornell Cooperative Extension's (CCE) Joan Sinclair Petzen will share information about the Wyoming County Context for Farmland Protection and Wyoming County's Farmland Protection Pre-Application Process.
Hemp Research Update and Information Session
March 13, 2019
1 pm - 3 pm
Binghamton, NY
Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Time: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension
Ag Development Center Conference Room
(next to the Taste of NY Store)
840 Upper Front Street, Binghamton, NY 13905
This meeting offers the opportunity to learn about findings from 2 years of
Cornell research projects, farmer's perspectives and
how to navigate the process of permit application.
***FREE*** BEEF QUALITY ASSURANCE TRAINING! MARCH 15th, CANANDAIGUA NY, Pre-register by 3/11/19.
March 15, 2019
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
The New York Beef Council and Cornell Cooperative Extension are pleased to partner with Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange to offer a Beef Quality Assurance training for beef and dairy producers in the Finger Lakes region of NY. The training will be held on Friday, March 15th from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Join us at Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange located at 3865 Rts 5 & 20 Geneva Turnpike Canandaigua N.Y 14424 for a presentation by Nancy Glazier, Small Farms & Livestock Specialist, and chute side training led by Dave Wilson, retired DVM.
This training is being offered for FREE, thanks to sponsorship from Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, and will include meal and training resources. Pre-registration is required by March 11th. For further assistance or information please contact Allison, Finger Lakes Livestock at 585-394-1515 or email flle83@yahoo.com.
This training is being offered for FREE, thanks to sponsorship from Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, and will include meal and training resources. Pre-registration is required by March 11th. For further assistance or information please contact Allison, Finger Lakes Livestock at 585-394-1515 or email flle83@yahoo.com.
Milk Quality & Components
March 19 - March 21, 2019
11-2pm
Livestock Techniques Hands-on Workshop ~ Morrisville location
March 19, 2019
6-8 pm
Morrisville, NY
Three locations to choose from.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Morrisville Location
March 20, 2019
6-8 pm
Morrisville, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Crop Protection
March 20, 2019
Registration 9:30am Meeting 10:00am-3:00pm
Horseheads, NY
Current and Interesting Crop Protection Topics.
DEC and CCA Credits in Application.
See Flyer for Details.
Labor Road Show II- New Date & Location for WNY!
March 21, 2019
8:30 am- 4:00 pm
Warsaw, NY
New Date & Location for Western New York!
safety, wage and hour laws, and worker care.
Dairy Managers Discussion Group: Session III
March 21, 2019
Noon lunch, followed by discussion 1-3 pm
Cortland, NY
Dairy Beef: All Questions Answered, Dr. Mike Baker - Cornell University; Calf Math, Megan Bradley - Genex
RSVP to Shannon Myers: srm242@cornell.edu, (607) 391-2662
Questions to Betsy Hicks: bjh246@cornell.edu (607) 391-2673
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Madison County
March 26, 2019
1-3 pm
Morrisville, NY
Come and discuss pest management and growing season issues that affected your crops in 2018 and look ahead to changes you might make for 2019.
Livestock Techniques Hands-on Workshop ~ Norwich location
March 26, 2019
6-8 pm
Norwich, NY
Three locations to choose from.
Microenterprise Training Classes
March 26 - April 16, 2019
7pm-9pm
Fonda, NY
The Montgomery County Business Development Center (MCBDC) and Montgomery County Soil and Water Department are administering a Montgomery County Agriculture Microenterprise Program (MCAMP) that will provide grants to eligible agricultural entrepreneurs and business owners that want to establish or expand an existing business located within Montgomery County. Agricultural microenterprises can receive grants of up to $25,000 to assist with startup or expansion costs.
QuickBooks for Farmers and Growers
March 27 - April 17, 2019
10am - 12pm on March 27, April 3 & 10; 1pm - 3pm on April 17
Cortland, NY
Learn how to set up and use QuickBooks in your farm or agricultural business. This 4-part series will cover:
- Basic accounting concepts
- Setting up a customized Chart of Accounts
- Recording sales revenues
- Recording and paying for expenses
- Reconciling accounts
- Creating and analyzing financial statements
- Record keeping for risk management
Manure Applicator Training
March 28 - March 29, 2019
March 28th, Living Goods Restaurant, Peru, 9-11am
March 28th, Papa's Dairy, North Bangor, 1-3pm
March 29th, Madrid Community Center, 9-11am
March 29th, Lewis-Jefferson Community Center, 1:30-3:30pm
Pesticide Applicator Training
March 28, 2019
Registration: Noon, Workshop: 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Dryden, NY
March 28, 2019
Registration: Noon
Workshop: 12:30-3:30 pm
Light snacks provided/you are welcome to bring a bag lunch
Exam - TBA
Cost $25/Instruction class
3 Core DEC Re-Certification Credits Available
See Flyer for Details
Internal Parasites in Sheep & Goats IPM/FAMACHA Workshop, Pre-Register by 3/28
March 30, 2019
9:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Naples, NY
Internal parasites are one of the biggest health problems affecting goats and sheep in the Northeast. Dewormer resistance is becoming commonplace. As a result, producers need to know how best to manage parasites. In this workshop, producers will learn the basics of parasite control as well as how to develop integrated parasite management programs for their farms. We will also provide hands-on training on how to use the FAMACHA Anemia Card (good only for the barber pole worm) as part of a 5-point check to determine which animals in your herd or flock most likely need deworming. This workshop will also include hands-on training on doing fecal egg counts. You are welcome to bring a refrigerated fecal sample of 8 to 10 fecal pellets from one sheep or goat at your farm to the workshop.
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Upcoming Events
Labor Road Show IX
December 1, 2025
The Roadshow delivers essential updates on labor law, regulations, and workforce best practices—tailored for farm owners, managers, and ag service providers. Sessions also focus on practical strategies to boost communication, strengthen retention, and build a positive workplace culture.
Winter Bale Grazing Pasture Walk
January 10, 2026
Truxton, NY
Join us for the second Bale Grazing Winter Pasture Walk!
Have you heard about or seen bale grazing and wondered if it would work for you?
Do you want to learn the nuances and logistical context for implementing this regenerative practice?
Are you interested in seeing the impacts of bale grazing on land and animals from a practicing farmer?
If you answered Yes to any question, The Northeast Region National Grazing Lands Coalition, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Hillside Farms are teaming up to showcase our Second Bale Grazing Winter Pasture Walk!
Announcements
USDA Contract Freezes and Terminations: Legal Action Steps for Farmers
For Farmers with Signed EQIP and CSP ContractsThis resource is written for farmers and ranchers nationwide who have a signed contract with USDA NRCS under the EQIP or CSP program for environmental improvements but have concerns that their contract is frozen, under review, or terminated, and who are uncertain of their rights to receive reimbursement as well as their ongoing obligations under the signed contract.
Version: 1.0
Issue date: Feb 28, 2025
A downloadable factsheet is available at our BUSINESS tab on the top of our webpage.
Additional Information: www.farmcommons.org
USDA Contract Freezes: Filing an NAD Appeal or Demand Letter
This resource is written for farmers and ranchers nationwide who have a signed contract with USDA NRCS under the EQIP or CSP program for environmental improvements and want more information on the mechanics of filing a National Appeals Division (NAD) appeal. This resource includes sample letters.
USDA NAD Appeal https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/general-information/staff-offices/office-hearings-and-appeals/national-appeals-division/nad-appeals
A downloadable factsheet is available at our BUSINESS heading at the top of our webpage.
Farm Participants Needed for Bale Grazing Grant!
Information on the Project:- Approximately 10 acres total needed to bale graze two different bale densities
- "Core" farms will graze two winters, "Demo" farms will graze one winter.
- Payments for both "Core" farms and "Demo" farms
- Baseline soil sampling by bale grazing team
- Forage measurements in early season by bale grazing team
- Late season clipping if residual not trampled down by farm
Interested farms can enroll for this winter or next.
Looking for 2-3 dairy farms to enroll! If interested, please reach out to Betsy Hicks, 607.391.2673 or bjh246@cornell.edu
Cornell Cow Convos - New Podcast
On-going podcast, New episodes released on the last Thursday of the month.Guest speakers, CCE Dairy Specialists.
Housed on Soundcloud Channel is CCE Dairy Educators
Topics:
- Preventative healthcare for cows
- The trend of beef on dairy
- What to look forward to in the new year for dairy
- Socially grouping or pair-housing calves
2018 Drug Residue Prevention Manual
For more than 30 years, the U.S. dairy industry has focused educational efforts on the judicious use of antibiotics through the annual publication of a Best Practices Manual. The 2018 edition of the National Dairy FARM Program: Farmers Assuring Responsible Management? Milk and Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention Manual is the primary educational tool for dairy farm managers throughout the country on the judicious and responsible use of antibiotics, including avoidance of drug residues in milk and meat.The manual is a quick resource to review those antibiotics approved for dairy animals and can also be used as an educational tool and resource for farm managers as they develop on-farm best management practices necessary to avoid milk and meat residues. Visit the Manual and Form Library to download copies of this important tool!
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NYSERDA Agriculture Energy Audit Program
NYSERDA offers energy audits to help eligible farms and on-farm producers identify ways to save energy and money on utility bills. Reports include recommendations for energy efficiency measures.Eligibility
Eligible farms include but are not limited to dairies, orchards, greenhouses, vegetables, vineyards, grain dryers, and poultry/egg. The farms must also be customers of New York State investor-owned utilities and contribute to the System Benefits Charge (SBC). Please check your farm’s current utility bills to see if your farm pays the SBC.
Energy Audit Options
You can request the level of energy audit that best fits your farm’s needs. NYSERDA will assign a Flexible Technical Assistance Program Consultant to visit your farm and perform an energy audit at no cost to you.
For more information and the NYSERDA Agriculture Energy Audit Program Application click here
For more information and the NYSERDA Agriculture Energy Audit Program Application click here