Regional workshops offered in: Clinton, Jefferson, Cortland, Ontario and Delaware Counties.  Cost and specific agendas vary by  location, but all will provide lunch and include presentations on Manure Safety and the NYSDEC required Manure Applicator Training.

See full list of locations here.

Programming has been tailored to meet local conditions and topics of interest, but all locations will focus on best management practices for managing and applying livestock manure on your farm.  CCA credits will be available as well as certificate for CAFO employees who need to document required manure applicator training.

A diverse group of experts will share important information for farmers, employees, custom manure applicators, and farm advisors to manage manure while keeping employees safe, protecting natural resources and maximizing farm productivity.

The workshops target individuals who are:

• Farm employees engaged in manure application
• Farm owners and crop managers
• Nutrient management planners, crop advisers, and other ag professionals
• Custom manure applicators

March 4: 9 am - 3 pm at Miner Institute, Chazy, NY

March 5: 9 am - 3 pm at Farm Credit East, Watertown, NY

March 4 & 5 cost $20

Register here.  Agenda also available

Dairy Support Services Corporation Manure Safety and Handling Meeting 

March 7: 9 am - 3 pm at CNY Farm Supply, Cortland, NY

Cost: $10

Register here  Agenda also available

Topics:

• Registered manure applicator info and updates
• Manure gas basics and OSHA compliance for confined spaces
• Anatomy of a truck rollover
• Buffers, setbacks and manure applications...oh my!
• NYSDEC manure applicator training

Yates and Ontario County Soil Health and Nutrient Management Workshop featuring the Manure Roadshow

March 28: 9 am - 3 pm at Ontario Produce Auction, Stanley, NY.  Registration opens at 8:30 am

Cost: $15 pre-register/$20 at the door

Register with Yates County SWCD: Call 315-536-5188

Topics:

• Greenhouse gases, climate impacts and mitigation from manure
• Value of manure
• Tile drainage and water quality
• Manure safety
• NYSDEC manure applicator training