Events - month view
earlier monthsFebruary 2021
RESCHEDULED- PPP2/ EIDL Loan Advance/ Expansion of CFAP 1
February 10, 2021
6:30pm - 8pm
Zoom
Join Liz Higgins (Eastern NY Hort Team Ag Business Specialist), Myron Thurston (CCE Madison AED & Marketing Specialist) and Nicole Tommell (Farm Business Specialist, CNYDLFC) for an update on the Paycheck Protection Program Draft 2 as well as the EIDL advance grant for small businesses that opened on 1/17/2021. Additionally, the extension of CFAP 1&2 for specific agricultural areas that were not currently eligible for payments previously will be commented on during this time period.
VAPG Training Course
February 3, 2021
February 17, 2021
March 3, 2021
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom
Learn more about the Value Added Producer Grant through the USDA.
Marketing Your Farm Products 101
February 2, 2021
February 9, 2021
February 16, 2021
February 23, 2021
6:30-8 pm
Zoom
Do you have a good idea or have a product you want to build a business around?
2021 Corn Day
February 24, 2021
12:40-3:35 pm
Zoom
2021 Corn Day is Virtual this Year!
Dairy Forward Grant Informational Webinar
February 24, 2021
12:00pm - 12:30 pm
Zoom
Cornell Cooperative Extension and American Farmland Trust would like to invite dairy producers across the state to join a free webinar focused on the Dairy Forward grant program. This program aims to help dairy farm families in New York access information and professional services to plan for farm transitions in the face of tremendous challenges such as a weak dairy economy, disruptions from severe weather, and an aging farmer population.
Annie's Project: Risk Management for Farm Women
February 1, 2021
February 4, 2021
February 8, 2021
February 11, 2021
February 15, 2021
February 18, 2021
February 22, 2021
February 25, 2021
March 1, 2021
March 4, 2021
March 8, 2021
March 11, 2021
7-8:30
Zoom
March 2021
Soybean and Small Grain Summit
March 3, 2021
12:40-3:35 pm
Zoom
USDA Resources for Beginning Farmers in NY / Understanding Eligibility Requirements for NRCS and FSA Programs
March 4, 2021
March 24, 2021
T 12:00pm - 2pm, W 12pm - 1pm
Zoom
The USDA is offering two webinars in March for beginning farmers in New York State.
2021 Central NY Dairy Day
March 9, 2021
March 11, 2021
12:30-2:30 pm
Zoom
Raising & Keeping Profitable Cows in Your Herd Longer
March Madness Management Series for Equine Owners, Operators, and Enthusiasts
March 9, 2021
March 11, 2021
March 16, 2021
March 23, 2021
March 25, 2021
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Join CCE Madison County for the ONLINE 2021 March Madness Management Series for Equine operators, owners, and enthusiasts, organized by Dr. Karin Bump and Nicole Tommell! Enjoy up to 5 two hour sessions on a range of equine management topics from nutrition to risk management.
April 2021
Considerations in Finishing Beef
April 8, 2021
7pm - 9pm
Zoom
With rising grain costs and limited forage inventories, how can beef producers continue to finish beef economically? How does your nutrition program impact final carcass quality and why is proper animal handling prior to harvest to important? Tune in to find out more!
Digital Agri-Marketing
April 12, 2021
April 26, 2021
May 10, 2021
6:30pm - 8pm
Zoom
Marketing has transitioned from traditional methods to incorporating integrated online platforms. This course will focus on learning how to utilize technology and content creation to optimize a farms marketing presence.
Online Farm Financial Management Tuesdays
April 13, 2021
April 20, 2021
April 27, 2021
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Zoom
Farm Business Education in April, 2021
Short, farm financial education programs online this spring!
Dairy
Livestock
Forages
Grains
Upcoming Events
Labor Roadshow VIII
December 11, 2024
December 13, 2024
December 17 - December 18, 2024 : Labor Roadshow VIII
Two in-person locations to choose from, along with a virtual option. Join them in navigating agricultural labor issues, connecting on common challenges, and exploring possible solutions.
2025 Dairy Day
January 7, 2025 : Dairy Day - Hamilton
Hamilton, NY
New Location! Lunch Included!
January 8, 2025 : Dairy Day - Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa, NY
Lunch Included!
Corn & Soybean Day
January 14, 2025 : Corn & Soybean Day - Hamilton
Hamilton, NY
New Location! Lunch included!
January 15, 2025 : Corn & Soybean Day - Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa, NY
New Location! Lunch included!
Announcements
Sign Up for Our Weekly E-Newsletter
We send out a bi-weekly e-newsletter that has announcements, upcoming programs, and opportunities for you! Registration is quick, easy, and free. Click here to sign up today!Document and Share Storm Damage
Mother nature has really been difficult over the last few days. Significant damage has been seen throughout NYS. Please let us know what types of damage your farm may have sustained during this time. This could be in the form of property damage, lost power, milk dump due to lost power, loss of livestock, loss of stored feed or growing crops.Farms are encouraged to DOCUMENT AND SHARE any impacts the weather may have had on their home or business. This could include structure damage, crop loss, inventory loss due to power outages, damage to equipment or fencing, and more.
If your farm experienced any sort of damage, please reach out to any of the folks listed below (or all of them). The more impact information that is collected, the greater the likelihood of a disaster declaration which can bring vital emergency support and awareness. The CNYDLFC Team will continue to collect detail and submit to NYSDAM and the EDEN network.
Reporting Weather Related Impacts (For your home or farm business)
- First, ensure that all the people and animals on your farm are safe, and that there aren't any unsafe working conditions created because of the weather (check your structures!). If there's an emergency, call 911 - don't try to manage it all on your own.
- Second, document all negative weather impacts for your farm and their estimated financial cost. Take photos, make estimates, and put it all in a safe place.
- Reach out to your insurance providers - farm, vehicle, crop, etc. to initiate the claim process as needed.
- Then, share your farm's damage with any (or all) of the ag support agencies listed below. We all work together to collect storm damage information and funnel it up to Ag and Markets which can initiate a natural disaster declaration.
- Chenango: 607-334-5841
- Fulton/Montgomery: 518-853-2135
- Herkimer: 315-866-7920
- Madison: 315-684-3001
- Otsego: 607-547-2536
- Schoharie: 518-234-4303
- Saratoga: 518-885-8995
- Erik Smith: 315-219-7786
- Daniela Gonzalez: 315-749-3486
- Ashley McFarland- 315-604-2156
Your county USDA/FSA service center.
- Chenango: 607-334-3231
- Fulton/Montgomery: 518-853-4015
- Herkimer: 315-866-2520
- Madison:315-824-9076
- Otsego: 607-547-8131
- Schoharie: 518-295-8600
- Saratoga: 518-692-9940
Your county farm bureau manager
- Region 3: Bailey Coon: 518-937-0566
- Region 5: John Wagner: 315-761-9770
- Region 6: Natally Batiston: 518-937-0269
- Region 7: Todd Heyn: 518-431-9338
Please let us know how we can help you.
Cash Rent and Custom Harvest Survey
To date, there is limited information available about rental rates and fees for crop harvesting. Farms can use this valuable information for their farm business planning to help improve decision making and profitability.Farmers Can Join MeatSuite For Free!
MeatSuite.com is a free resource provided by Cornell University where NY meat farmers can create a farm profile and list their bulk (wholes, halves, quarters) and bundled (i.e. Grilling Bundle) meat products.Why should farmers join?
1. It's free and easy!
2. Connect with more local customers. In the past year the MeatSuite.com farm directory had 8,300 visits from New York consumers. Farm profiles get as many as 25 views per month from potential local customers. We also spotlight MeatSuite farms on social media and bring attention and purchases to farms through highlights and giveaways.
How do I join?
Farmers can visit https://www.meatsuite.com/farmers/ to create a free farm profile. You must list at least one product for your farm's profile to go live. You'll also have access to Cornell's free Meat Price Calculator, a helpful tool for pricing your meat to make a profit.
While you're on MeatSuite, check out the "Creating Consumer-Friendly Bulk Meats" publication on the log-in page. It has tips on how to create bulk meat products that are easier for first-time buyers to say "yes" to.
If you have any questions as you create your farm profile or products, we're here to help! Please email Matt LeRoux at mnl28@cornell.edu.