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earlier monthsMarch 2015
Winter Dairy Management - Canandaigua Location
March 2, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
For dairy farmers, the pleasure of historically high milk prices in 2014 has turned into the prospect of significantly lower milk checks for 2015. The component based pricing system for milk offers a means to achieve higher profits with the same level of milk production. Many producers have gained and maintained higher milk components even with Holsteins consistently surpassing the 3.5% BF and 3.0% MP standards.
FSA Borrower Credits available
FSA Borrower Credits available
Regional Milk Quality Meetings
March 5, 2015
10 am Registration, Program 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cortland, NY
Cooperative Extension is offering three separate Milk Quality Meetings this winter: Jan 8, Feb 5 & Mar 5 from 10:30am-3:30pm. The January 8 meeting will focus on Mammary physiology & the basics of mastitis culturing. The February 5 meeting will focus on Importance of Cow Comfort, Environment & Equipment Maintenance & impacts on milk quality. The March 5 meeting will focus on the Importance of Record keeping for mastitis control. Cost for all 3 meetings is $100, including bulk tank sample.
Winter Dairy Management - Batavia Location
March 9, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Batavia, NY
For dairy farmers, the pleasure of historically high milk prices in 2014 has turned into the prospect of significantly lower milk checks for 2015. The component based pricing system for milk offers a means to achieve higher profits with the same level of milk production. Many producers have gained and maintained higher milk components even with Holsteins consistently surpassing the 3.5% BF and 3.0% MP standards.
FSA Borrower Credits available
FSA Borrower Credits available
2015 Central New York Dairy Day
March 10, 2015
10-3 pm
Sherburne, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows
2015 Central NY Dairy Day ~ West
March 10, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Sherburne, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows ~ 2 locations to chose from:
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
$30 per person (includes lunch)
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
NYCO Meeting: Producing, Protecting, and Marketing of Organic Grain
March 10, 2015
10am-2pm
Geneva, NY
Presentations from
- Wegman's Bakery Team on their goal to use locally-produced organic grains in a new line of breads
- Sam Sherman from Champlain Valley Mills on marketing opportunities for organic grain
- Dr. Heather Darby on the results from her grain trials in Vermont
- Elizabeth Dyke, the overseer of the OGRN project, on the approaches to transitioning land into organic production
- Fay Benson on the new organic crop insurance program for organic grain production
Please bring a dish to pass for the lunch and any questions you might have for a group discussion after lunch. We do request a $1-2 donation to support the costs of coffee and paper products.
2015 Central NY Dairy Day ~ East
March 10, 2015
9:45am-3:00pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows ~ 2 locations to chose from:
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
$30 per person (includes lunch)
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Winter Dairy Management
March 12, 2015
9:30 am Registration, Program 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Cortland, NY
This year's Winter Dairy Management program will be focusing on impacting profitability via milk components.
Cover Crops & Soil Health
March 16, 2015
11:45am-1:00pm Registration & Lunch, 1:00-3:00pm Topics
Dryden, NY
Alternative Energy Workshop
March 17, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
East Aurora, NY
Curious about utilizing alternative energy for your farm? Want to learn how to save on farm energy costs during a long cold winter? Join us for the Alternative Energy Workshop.
Hear from farmers who are already using alternative energy, learn about the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), explore options in using alternative energy on your farm, and meet local alternative energy vendors.
Lunch provided!
Hear from farmers who are already using alternative energy, learn about the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), explore options in using alternative energy on your farm, and meet local alternative energy vendors.
Lunch provided!
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Alfred State College Farm
March 19, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Alfred, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers that are currently certified as
well as those that are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
well as those that are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Adding Value To Livestock Through Better Communication With The Butcher
March 19, 2015
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Arkport, NY
Join the Tri-County Graziers for some cabin fever relief and expert advice on processing and adding value to locally-grown meat animals. Featuring retired USDA meat scientist and grazier Steve Olson, and Becky Painter of Painter's Custom Meats. Steve will discuss how to maximize value from each animal through better finishing, processing and utilization of higher-value cuts of meat. Becky will offer tips on working with processors when direct marketing. The public is welcome, and everyone interested in raising or buying local meats are especially encouraged to attend.
Crop Protection Meeting 2015
March 19, 2015
Registration 9:30 am Program:10am-2pm
Horseheads, NY
Crop Protection Seminar addressing nutritional needs, plant diseases, weed control and benefits of cover crops.
Annie's Project Risk Management Education for Farm and Ranch Women
March 20, 2015
10:30 coffee. Discussion 11 am - 3 pm
Ithaca, NY
Women in Agriculture: A group to make friendships, share common interests and grow as partners in their farm business.
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Mohawk, NY
March 20, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Mohawk, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Malting Barley Roundtable
March 24, 2015
11am - 2pm
Richfield Springs, NY
This roundtable discussion is for anyone planning on or thinking about growing malting barley this coming growing season as a chance to meet with others who are considering this crop.
Organic Dairy & Crop Discussion Group Meeting
March 24, 2015
12:00pm-3:00pm
Cortland, NY
Pesticide Applicator Training
March 25, 2015
12:00pm Registration, 12:30-3:30pm Instruction
Dryden, NY
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Memphis, NY
March 26, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Memphis, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Village Hall, St. Hammond, NY
March 31, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
St. Hammond, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Cooperstown
March 31, 2015
9:30am-3:30pm
Cooperstown, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
April 2015
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Fonda
April 1, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Fonda, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Malone, NY
April 1, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Malone, NY
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Schuylerville
April 2, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Fonda, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
Broome-Tioga-Chemung Farmers Discussion Group Meeting
April 16, 2015
1-3 pm
Owego, NY
This discussion group meeting will focus on farming and working with family dynamics as well as conflict resolution. Our invited speakers are Judy Flint and Erica Leubner from NY FarmNet.
Cortland County Agri-Economic Development Mini Conference-For All Farm Sizes
April 17, 2015
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Cortland, NY
Your Farm Business: The Least Thought of Side Should be the Most Thought of Side! This free workshop is being provided to help you develop and promote your agricultural enterprise! Cornell Cooperative Extension Educator Steve Hadcock will share ideas on various business management practices, risk management, business structures, taxes and regulations for any size farm or business that will assist you as your farm or business grows and changes. Participants are welcome to bring farm or business displays, literature, brochures, business cards etc. for networking while enjoying local foods provided by Dasher's Pub. Pre-Register online or by calling 607-753-5078.
2015 Swine Reproduction Clinic
April 18, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Alden, NY
The New York Pork Producers Cooperative Inc., will be hosting Dr. Tim Safranski of the University of Missouri for a swine reproduction clinic. Please bring questions and interest in breeding and reproduction in swine.
Margin Protection Program/Livestock Gross Margin: The 2016 Decision, Geneva
April 21, 2015
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Geneva, NY
Join us for a information packed workshop!
Margin Protection Program/Livestock Gross Margin: The 2016 Decision, Lockport
April 23, 2015
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Lockport, NY
Join us for a information packed workshop!
Marketing Opportunity for Feeder Calves - Ontario
April 28, 2015
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Come and hear about the new Cornell project to develop feeder pools to improve prices for feeder calves. This is an initiative to benefit the bottom line of beef herds in the region and across the state.
Bring a neighbor!
Marketing Opportunity for Feeder Calves - Orleans
April 29, 2015
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Albion, NY
Come and hear about the new Cornell project to develop feeder pools to improve prices for feeder calves. This is an initiative to benefit the bottom line of beef herds in the region and across the state.
Bring a neighbor!
May 2015
'Tools for Transitioning to Organic Dairy' Webinar
May 19, 2015
10am - 11:30am
The transition to organic dairy production can be challenging to plan and may take up to three years to complete. To help with the planning a 'Tools for Transitioning to Organic Dairy' webinar is set for 10am-11:30am on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, for those who work with dairies interested in becoming organic producers and farmers considering the transition.
The webinar will feature presenters with Cornell's Organic Dairy Initiative, Northeast Organic Farming Association, USDA Farm Services Agency, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Presentations will cover the requirements for organic certification, tools to adjust conventional farming practices to meet those requirements, and the types of federal loans and Environmental Quality Incentives Program Organic Initiative resources that can help with transition costs.
The webinar is targeted at informing and equipping Extension and agribusiness educators, NY FarmNet counselors, bankers and other dairy industry personnel to help farmers interested in transitioning to organic dairy production, but farmers are also welcome to participate in the webinar. There will be time for questions and answers.
The webinar is targeted at informing and equipping Extension and agribusiness educators, NY FarmNet counselors, bankers and other dairy industry personnel to help farmers interested in transitioning to organic dairy production, but farmers are also welcome to participate in the webinar. There will be time for questions and answers.
To register for the webinar, use the link at http://blogs.cornell.edu/organicdairyinitiative/ by 4pm on May 18. For more details, contact Fay Benson at 607-753-5213.
HLW Acres Poultry Program
May 23, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Attica, NY
At 8:00 AM there will be refreshments served and time to network with fellow attendees; presentation program starts at 9:00 AM. Chicken BBQ served at lunchtime.
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Upcoming Events
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!
Boots in the Barn: Webinar Series
January 13, 2026
Boots in the Barn: Cornell Dairy Research Updates
Webinar Series every Tuesday starting January 13th @ 12:00pm to February 24th.
2026 Winter Crop Meeting
January 22, 2026
Auburn, NY
Connect with the agricultural community and many key note speakers on the folllowing topics:
- Emerging Innovation in Plant Breeding and Technologies - A Peek at the Future by Ben Rogers, Pioneer Field Agronomist
- Managing Herbicide-Resistant Weeds in NY Corn & Soybean by Dr. Vipam Kumar, NYS Extension Weed Scientist, Cornell University
- Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) Insurance Program by KC Slade, Risk Management Specialist, Farm Credit East—Crop Growers
- Birds & the Bees Legislation and the Fate of Neonics by Janice Degni, Extension Field Crop Specialist
- Emerging Disease Pests and Soil Borne Diseases of Soybean by Dr. Camilo Parada Rojas, NYS Extension Plant Pathologist, Cornell University
- Solar Farms—Benefit or Detriment? by Mr. Michael McMahon, Chair, Homer Town Planning Board
4 DEC credits in categories 1A and 21-25. 1.5 PM, .5 CM and 1 PD CCA credits available.
Please send your DEC license number in the Notes to Us when you register on-line.
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