New Location!  Lunch Included!

Lunch Included!

Open to all beef producers, even if you're not a member of NYBPA!

Featured Speaker:  Dr Adam Murray, Cornell PRO-LIVESTOCK

Topic:  "What is finished?  Managing cattle to optimize carcass value"

Participant Registration for the 2024 Corn Congress OPEN NOW! - January 9th 2025

NOW OFFERING 2 DEC Recertification CREDITS

Open to all beef producers, even if you're not a member of NYBPA!

Featured Speaker:  Dr Adam Murray, Cornell PRO-LIVESTOCK

Topic: "What is finished?  Managing cattle to optimize carcass value"

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?

Do you need some fresh air, a bowl of chili and to network with other beef farmers in the snow (or possibly mud)?

If you answered Yes to any question, The Northeast Region National Grazing Lands Coalition, the Cornell Cooperative Extension SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team, and Angus Glen Farm are teaming up to showcase The first ever Bale Grazing Winter Pasture Walk!

Since the 1990s, local organic field crop and dairy farmers have gathered to build relationships and discuss potential solutions to shared challenges. The keystone of the event is an informal potluck lunch as well as the lively discussions that follow. The group also hosts several presentations from farmers, researchers, and industry leaders on a variety of field crops and dairy topics.

New Location!  Lunch included! 2.75 DEC Credits available!

New Location!  Lunch included! 2.75 DEC Credits available!

New to farm bookkeeping or experienced and looking to find more efficient or effective methods? Looking to learn and compare, firsthand, various means and services? 

Then, this program is for you! 

Join us for a six-session virtual series designed to boost your knowledge 
about what bookkeeping services are available to help you excel in farm recordkeeping. 

ASL104: Staffing and Organizing Your Team

On Friday, January 17th from 1pm to 2pm, the Nichols Dairy Farm & SWNYDLFC are hosting a FREE tour of their new robotic manure collection system. In 2024, the farm installed dual Lely Discovery Collectors that help to improve herd health and labor efficiency through their vacuum manure collection in the farm's free stall barn. To RSVP, call or text Katelyn at 716-640-0522. 

This program offers an agricultural-focused English course that blends professional instruction with mentorship, making learning both relevant and engaging.  For a limited time only!

NYS Certified Instructor: Todd Swimelar, "The CDL Guy"

Training required by NYS to take Class A CDL exam and driving test.

Permit not required for classroom time, but is required for driving time. 

Join Statewide Dairy Specialists and PRO-DAIRY every Tuesday at 12pm for an insightful webinar series discussing various aspects of dairy cattle culling management from economics to welfare. 

Free Webinar Series - Whether or not to keep a dairy animal is a multi-faceted decision. Each week of this series experts will address the different considerations in making that decision.

Tuesdays from Jan 21 to March 4, 2025 from 12:00 pm-1 pm ET

Free webinar

2025 Winter Crop Meeting - Dryden

Opportunities for High Oleic Soybeans in Dairy Diets | Dr. Tom Overton, Professor, Department of  Animal Science, Cornell University Planning Weed Control and Fertility Programs and Updates for 2025 | Mr. Taylor Harris, Specialist, Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Seed Corn Maggot| Anna Dipaola, PhD Candidate, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University 
Integrated Strategies for Weed Control | Dr. Vipan Kumar, Extension Weed Scientist, Section of Plant Science (SIPS), CALS Cornell University Growing Season Factors and Corn Silage Performance | Mr. Joe Lawrence, Dairy Forage Systems Specialist, PRO-DAIRY

 3 DEC credits; CCA credits available

$35 - preregister / $40 at the door

Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 19

https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos

The 2025 Annual Conference starts Friday afternoon with a cash bar, registration, and annual membership meeting. Dinner to follow with keynote speaker Kevin Ochsner, Beef Farm of Excellence Awards Presentation, and Supreme Show Program Sponsorship auction. Trade show and silent auction to benefit the Jr Scholarship Fund all weekend long. Saturday starts with the trade show and breakfast at 8:00AM followed by speakers at 8:30AM. Lunch includes the Annual NYBPA Awards and Junior Awards Program. Hotel accommodations can be found below. Be sure to book your room today!  

2025 Winter Crop Meeting - Auburn

Opportunities for High Oleic Soybeans in Dairy Diets | Dr. Tom Overton, Professor, Department of  Animal Science, Cornell University
Planning Weed Control and Fertility Programs and Updates for 2025 | Mr. Taylor Harris, Specialist, Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Seed Corn Maggot| Anna Dipaola, PhD Candidate, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University 
Integrated Strategies for Weed Control | Dr. Vipan Kumar, Extension Weed Scientist, Section of Plant Science (SIPS), CALS Cornell University
Growing Season Factors and Corn Silage Performance | Mr. Joe Lawrence, Dairy Forage Systems Specialist, PRO-DAIRY

 3 DEC credits; CCA credits available

$35 - preregister / $40 at the door

Learn about rice farming opportunities for New York and the northeastern U.S. Join us for a 3-session online workshop series (via Zoom):

• A Feathered Fortress: The Duck-Rice Aigamo System for Flood-Resilient Agriculture
• Sourcing Rice Farming Equipment for American Small Farms
• Growing Rice as a Vegetable: Drip-Irrigation Methods versus Flooded Fields

The webinar series is free due to the generosity of sponsors.

Join us on January 29th for this informative webinar with Farm Business Management Specialist, Katelyn Walley at 5:30 pm.

Learn more about the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program.  Three virtual info sessions hosted by Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development.

The webinar series is free due to the generosity of sponsors.

Join Statewide Dairy Specialists and PRO-DAIRY every Tuesday at 12pm for an insightful webinar series discussing various aspects of dairy cattle culling management from economics to welfare. 

Free Webinar Series - Whether or not to keep a dairy animal is a multi-faceted decision. Each week of this series experts will address the different considerations in making that decision.

Tuesdays from Jan 21 to March 4, 2025 from 12:00 pm-1 pm ET

 This year's forum will focus on crucial topics for farm operators, including H-2A visa fundamentals, immigration enforcement, and heat safety in agriculture.

ASL104: Staffing and Organizing Your Team

First annual conference!

Join us as we kick off a new tradition! Co-sponsored by NYCO, Cornell Field Crops and more, our goal is to bring together organic grain farmers from across the Northeast to share knowledge and learn from experts across the country. 

Sponsorship and Registration OPEN NOW!

The CCE NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops team will be holding it's 3rd Annual "Dairy Day" on February 6, 2025! We will be bringing the latest in dairy research and hot topics to you with this in-person, 1-day conference.

Learn more about the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program.  Three virtual info sessions hosted by Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development.

Learn about rice farming opportunities for New York and the northeastern U.S. Join us for a 3-session online workshop series (via Zoom):

• A Feathered Fortress: The Duck-Rice Aigamo System for Flood-Resilient Agriculture
• Sourcing Rice Farming Equipment for American Small Farms
• Growing Rice as a Vegetable: Drip-Irrigation Methods versus Flooded Fields

This program offers an agricultural-focused English course that blends professional instruction with mentorship, making learning both relevant and engaging.  For a limited time only!

This workshop has been cancelled.

Sponsorship NOW OPEN

Participant Registration for the 2025 Soybean & Small Grains Congress NOW OPEN! - February 12th 2025

The webinars will cover new tools, such as MeatSuite's Bundle Builder, to help you move inventory and develop bulk bundle boxes that meet your profit goals and target your customers' needs. Whether you are listed on MeatSuite or just curious to learn more, this series will cover a gamut from marketing to pricing strategies and tips to make the most out of the free resources on MeatSuite.com.

New to farm bookkeeping or experienced and looking to find more efficient or effective methods? Looking to learn and compare, firsthand, various means and services? 

Then, this program is for you! 

Join us for a six-session virtual series designed to boost your knowledge 
about what bookkeeping services are available to help you excel in farm recordkeeping. 

The Cornell Agricultural Marketing Research Program (CAMRP) will offer a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Training Program for Meat and Poultry Processors at the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, NY, on February 17 & 18 2025.

Come see a barn fogging demonstration to learn about proper barn ventilation and circulation as well as tips to manage poor ventilation and cold stress in cows and calves in winter.  Ask questions and get advice for your own facility.

 Presented by:  Cornell Cooperative Extension NWNY Team and Cornell PRO-DAIRY

NYS Certified Instructor: Todd Swimelar, "The CDL Guy"

Training required by NYS to take Class A CDL exam and driving test.

Permit not required for classroom time, but is required for driving time. 

Featured Topics:

 New Corn Diseases to Watch For: Tar Spot and Corn Stunt

Cover Crops- results from Yates County research trials

Palmer amaranth and waterhemp weed management update

Developing an integrated approach to weed management on the farm

Bird flu updates for your dairy

Join us for a live webinar with expert insights on nutritional management and cow care for dealing with mycotoxins on your farm. 

The webinars will cover new tools, such as MeatSuite's Bundle Builder, to help you move inventory and develop bulk bundle boxes that meet your profit goals and target your customers' needs. Whether you are listed on MeatSuite or just curious to learn more, this series will cover a gamut from marketing to pricing strategies and tips to make the most out of the free resources on MeatSuite.com.

Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 20

https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos

The start of a new year is the perfect time for farm businesses of all shapes and sizes to reset their financial management.

Join this INTERACTIVE workshop to start your farm off on the right path towards financial success in 2025. 

Topics include:

• Record Keeping 
• Tax Management 
• Financial Goals
• Strategies for Profitability 

Participants will receive downloads that can be used throughout the year and a quarterly farm financial checklist.

Registration is required, but participation is free.

Disposal of offal and butcher waste is becoming increasingly difficult and expensive as renderers close. Mortality composting is cost effective, environmentally sound, compassionate, easy to do, and can be done at any time of the year. This presentation will cover what composting is, site preparation, and how to compost livestock on farms; including the regulations in New York State.

Certification Training: All farmers must participate in the certification training in order to sell to the NEFX Program. At this time the program will be accepting the following fiber types: Wool, Mohair, Alpaca, & Llama. Training will cover skirting and quality requirements, as well as best practices for quality fiber on the farm. All interested farmers are welcome.

Free Webinar Series - Whether or not to keep a dairy animal is a multi-faceted decision. Each week of this series experts will address the different considerations in making that decision.

Tuesdays from Jan 21 to March 4, 2025 from 12:00 pm-1 pm ET

Regional workshops offered in: Clinton, Jefferson, Cortland, Ontario and Delaware Counties.  Cost and specific agendas vary by  location, 

This 2-part workshop is for all fruit, vegetable, meat, dairy, and egg producers looking to increase their knowledge of what it takes to improve farmer's market and direct sales performance. Dinner will be provided.

The webinar series is free due to the generosity of sponsors.

Join Statewide Dairy Specialists and PRO-DAIRY every Tuesday at 12pm for an insightful webinar series discussing various aspects of dairy cattle culling management from economics to welfare. 

The Small Ruminant PWT group is hosting a statewide program on Parasite Issues & Management for Small Ruminants

Featuring guest speaker Jessica Waltemyer, ProLivestock Small Ruminant Extension Specialist

• Common parasite signs and lifecycles
• Five point check
• Treatments and management
• Resources 

If You Do 1 Thing for Your Farm, Do This. 

You're busy. And 2025 is just getting started. But by attending a single Farmers Market Benchmarks Training Session - either in person or via Zoom - you'll gain insights for higher profits, happier customers, and smoother operations.  Plus, it's FREE for any farm or business to attend. Register today! 

Last year, CCE Broome County and the Famers Market Federation of NY launched one of the largest surveys to date of producers who sell at farmers markets. From the data, regional benchmarks have been set that farmers can use to price their products to maximize their profitability. Now is your chance to gain valuable insights to boost profitability in 2025!

This webinar "How small can co-digestion economically go?" will highlight the findings of PRO-DAIRY's investigation of the economic feasibility of smaller-scale dairy manure and food waste co-digestion to energy systems that could be located in NY.

The webinars will cover new tools, such as MeatSuite's Bundle Builder, to help you move inventory and develop bulk bundle boxes that meet your profit goals and target your customers' needs. Whether you are listed on MeatSuite or just curious to learn more, this series will cover a gamut from marketing to pricing strategies and tips to make the most out of the free resources on MeatSuite.com.

This meeting is targeted at both experienced and new farm workers who are operating trucks and ag equipment while applying manure and harvesting crops. 

There will be CAFO training credits available for farms that need them. 

Course running from March 13 through April 17

Course running from March 13 through April 17

Learn about rice farming opportunities for New York and the northeastern U.S. Join us for a 3-session online workshop series (via Zoom):

• A Feathered Fortress: The Duck-Rice Aigamo System for Flood-Resilient Agriculture
• Sourcing Rice Farming Equipment for American Small Farms
• Growing Rice as a Vegetable: Drip-Irrigation Methods versus Flooded Fields

Since the 1990s, local organic field crop and dairy farmers have gathered to build relationships and discuss potential solutions to shared challenges. The keystone of the event is an informal potluck lunch as well as the lively discussions that follow. The group also hosts several presentations from farmers, researchers, and industry leaders on a variety of field crops and dairy topics.

In light of the state of HPAI across the country and in NYS, the Poultry Subgroup of the Livestock PWT has developed two webinars to assist small farms and backyard laying flock owners to make informed decisions around getting laying hens and managing disease, while keeping abreast of the current status of HPAI and how they can keep it out of their flocks.

Topics covered include:

• Local regulations for chicken ownership
• Expectations for your flock
• Raising layers from peep to egg
• Costs of owning a laying flock
• Best practices and regulations for selling eggs
• Q and A

In light of the state of HPAI across the country and in NYS, the Poultry Subgroup of the Livestock PWT has developed two webinars to assist small farms and backyard laying flock owners to make informed decisions around getting laying hens and managing disease, while keeping abreast of the current status of HPAI and how they can keep it out of their flocks.

Topics covered include:

• Local regulations for chicken ownership
• Expectations for your flock
• Raising layers from peep to egg
• Costs of owning a laying flock
• Best practices and regulations for selling eggs
• Q and A

This 2-part workshop is for all fruit, vegetable, meat, dairy, and egg producers looking to increase their knowledge of what it takes to improve farmer's market and  performance. Dinner will be provided.

Featuring guest Anna Meyerhoff as we discuss the importance of farm-provided employee housing in today's business climate. 

Ticks have been on the rise in New York and a new tick in town is raising the stakes even further. More ticks in more places increases your risk of tick encounters and the disease-causing pathogens they inject during their blood meal. 

New to farm bookkeeping or experienced and looking to find more efficient or effective methods? Looking to learn and compare, firsthand, various means and services? 

Then, this program is for you! 

Join us for a six-session virtual series designed to boost your knowledge 
about what bookkeeping services are available to help you excel in farm recordkeeping. 

This 2-day sheep shearing school is great for beginners and also for those who want to improve their current shearing skills. Doug Rathke, a seasoned shearer, knows what it takes to learn the art of shearing and he knows what it takes to teach it on a level so it can be understood and retained. 

This class will give you the confidence to start shearing your own flock or take it to the next level and earn income by shearing for others.

The Cornell Cooperative Extension NWNY Program and  Cornell Nutrient Management Spear Program (NMSP)  are hosting a one-day event bringing together farmers, industry professionals, and researchers to explore the power of on-farm research and how to get involved.

Are transition calves a bottleneck in your heifer rearing program?  Want to upskill your employees to improve the calf transition period? Join regional dairy specialists and PRO-Dairy for this comprehensive, hands-on workshop!

In light of the state of HPAI across the country and in NYS, the Poultry Subgroup of the Livestock PWT has developed two webinars to assist small farms and backyard laying flock owners to make informed decisions around getting laying hens and managing disease, while keeping abreast of the current status of HPAI and how they can keep it out of their flocks.

Join Dr. Jarra Jagne of Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and Dr. Chad Wall of NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for an evening of learning about avian disease, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). We'll cover:

• Updates on the HPAI outbreak
• Symptoms of HPAI
• Common small flock diseases
• HPAI disease look-alikes
• Keeping your birds safe

In light of the state of HPAI across the country and in NYS, the Poultry Subgroup of the Livestock PWT has developed two webinars to assist small farms and backyard laying flock owners to make informed decisions around getting laying hens and managing disease, while keeping abreast of the current status of HPAI and how they can keep it out of their flocks.

Join Dr. Jarra Jagne of Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and Dr. Chad Wall of NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for an evening of learning about avian disease, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). We'll cover:

• Updates on the HPAI outbreak
• Symptoms of HPAI
• Common small flock diseases
• HPAI disease look-alikes
• Keeping your birds safe

Join us for a dinner meeting with Penn State University's renowned calf specialist, Dr. Melissa Cantor, on new applied research on extended colostrum feeding and calf-hood technology use.

Are transition calves a bottleneck in your heifer rearing program?  Want to upskill your employees to improve the calf transition period? Join regional dairy specialists and PRO-Dairy for this comprehensive, hands-on workshop!

Join us for a lunch meeting with Penn State University's renowned calf specialist, Dr. Melissa Cantor.  Dr. Cantor will show us new research into extended colostrum feeding both as a preventative therapy and an intervention strategy for sick calves.  She will also delve into new uses of calf-hood technologies such as activity monitors, auto-feeders and the role that AI can play. 

Mike Hunter, Field Crop IPM Coordinator, will share his knowledge on managing weeds. The discussion will cover various management practices in both conventional and organic settings, including herbicide-resistant weeds.

A Review of Practice for Optimizing Results with Crop Protectant Applications!!

2.0 DEC credits in categories 1A and 21-25 will be earned

NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION TO THE DRYDEN VFW from VAN PELT FARMS.

Are transition calves a bottleneck in your heifer rearing program?  Want to upskill your employees to improve the calf transition period? Join regional dairy specialists and PRO-Dairy for this comprehensive, one-day, hands-on workshop! 

Who Should Attend: Calf and heifer managers, dairy herdspersons, farm owners, and heifer raisers interested in learning more about how to better house and manage animals as they transition from the calf phase to the weaned heifer phase

Topics Covered: Nutrition, Health, Housing and Inventory Management.

Registration: $25 per person (includes lunch)

Offered in English and Spanish.

We are grateful for sponsorship of this program from DFA, Zoetis, Perry Vet Clinic, Feedworks USA and Farm Credit East.

Bringing together agricultural producers and supporters, community and business to celebrate our agricultural heritage and accomplishments!

Come get your questions answered about High-Oleic Soybeans.  Growing, Harvesting, Feeding, and what to expect in milk production performance.

 Presented by:  Cornell Cooperative Extension NWNY Team and Cornell PRO-DAIRY

Join is for a roundtable discussion with Jeff Hostetter of Select Sires, Phil Trowbridge of Trowbridge Farms, Dr. Shannon Carpenter DVM NYSCHAP Coordinator for NYSAGM, division of Animal Industry, Dr. Katie Card-Allen, DVM Regional Field Veterinarian on Best Practices for Cow-Calf producers. A proactive approach to animal health for mama and baby.

All are welcome. Membership in these beef producer groups is not required.
Following the buffet dinner, a short business meeting will kick off the evening. We will then move to the roundtable discussion.

NYS Certified Instructor: Todd Swimelar, "The CDL Guy"

Training required by NYS to take Class A CDL exam and driving test.

Permit not required for classroom time, but is required for driving time. 

New York Beef Producers Association - Region 4 Annual Meeting 

Open to all interested beef and dairy producers

Membership in the beef producer association is not required to attend. New memberships and renewals will be accepted at the meeting, drawing will be held for 1 free membership or renewal.

Join us for this hand-on program and demos! We will be offering this program in English and in Spanish.

Calf and heifer managers, dairy herdspersons, farm owners, and heifer raisers interested in learning more about how to better house and manage animals as they transition from the calf phase to the weaned heifer phase.

Topics covered:

• Nutrition
• Health
• Housing Management
• Inventory Management

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 21

https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos

Are transition calves a bottleneck in your heifer rearing program?  Want to upskill your employees to improve the calf transition period? Join regional dairy specialists and PRO-Dairy for this comprehensive, one-day, hands-on workshop! 

Who Should Attend: Calf and heifer managers, dairy herdspersons, farm owners, and heifer raisers interested in learning more about how to better house and manage animals as they transition from the calf phase to the weaned heifer phase

Topics Covered: Nutrition, Health, Housing and Inventory Management.

Registration: $25 per person (includes lunch)

Offered in English and Spanish.

Interested in learning more about drones? Join us for this discussion about using drones in field crops. 

A REVIEW OF PLANTER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS!

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

2.0 DEC credits (1a, 10, 21, 23) 

2.0 CCA Credits (Pest Mgmt)

Program Topics:

• Breaking Down Feed Rations
• Mycotoxins 
• Meat cutting demonstration for value added cuts from the shoulder and loin 
• National Pork Board Update
• National Pork Producers Council Update

Pre-registration by March 15th is encouraged.

We are coming to a lab near you!  Four locations to choose from!