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. 

If you are considering a new food processing business, or growing the one that you already have, then this workshop is for you!

Do you have a good idea or have a product you want to build a business around?  

Learn more about the Value Added Producer Grant through the USDA.

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. 

2021 Corn Day is Virtual this Year!

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. 

The USDA is offering two webinars in March for beginning farmers in New York State.

Raising & Keeping Profitable Cows in Your Herd Longer

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.

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!

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.

Farm Business Education in April, 2021

Short, farm financial education programs online this spring!

Free evening webinars with presentations by Cornell University and NYS Ag and Markets.

O'Mara Farm beef tour in Hubbardsville and Canastota.

Reasons, Economics, & Practical Strategies

Cancelled due to lack of interest.  Contact Erik Smith for more information or to express interest in future events.

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

The Cornell Farmworker Program and the Finger Lakes Community Health clinic co-sponsor this free webinar with Dr. José Canario, and Ellen Hey, NP.  Local farmworkers will also be available to answer questions about their experiences being vaccinated

Pasture reclamation & small ruminate grazing.

No-till cover cropping strategies, farmer-to-farmer discussion on soil health and the benefits of cover crops, display and demonstration of the farm's no-till drill, and a field tour

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

Free for any Active-Duty Military and Veterans residing in New York State are eligible to attend; non-veterans will be allowed on a space available basis; registration will be capped at 20 attendees.

A three-part series for farms that are already filing a Schedule F covering tax planning and goals, handling farm profits/losses, and strategies to improve your tax position while also working positively with your accountant/tax preparer.

PRO-DAIRY is hosting a transition cow management webinar series.

USDOL Live Webinar Presentation.  

The program will cover Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA), Child Labor Laws as they pertain to agriculture, Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act, OSHA Field Sanitation and H2A.

This webinar will provide an overview of USDA Farm Service Agency's programs that support organic and transitioning farmers through climate and environmentally-friendly farming practices.

Learn about regulation changes and how to best position your business for compliance and success.

Join us for a virtual discussion on the status of and risks facing New York pig farms from African Swine Fever (ASF). 

A primer for beginning farmers, or a tune-up for those already in production, on recording income and annual expenses, capital expenditures and depreciation with additional information covering loans & credit card or revolving loan payments, sales of business assets, and deducting losses.

What's here, what's coming, and what we can do about it.  In person and on Zoom!

A one-night virtual meeting for beginning and part-time farmers that provides useful tax information enabling participants to be make better tax decisions for their business.   

For farm businesses of all shapes and sizes, tune in to learn more about the tax advantages available for farms. This workshop will include information for the current tax season.

This five part series empowers farm women to prepare and analyze their own financial statements, enhance farm business decision making, and effectively communicate with their team.

This conference has gathered dairy industry experts to shed light on what "getting to net zero" means for dairy producers.  Sponsorship opportunity available.

6 Free Webinars: attend all or any.

Free webinars to cover FSA offers.

Sponsorship opportunity available.

Corn Day is virtual again this year!  

Free event

Does your herd respond poorly to positive management & nutritional changes? These pieces of the puzzle may help explain why.

Learn how farms can help reduce nitrous oxide (N20 - a potent GHG) in cropping systems - with a focus coordinating organic and synthetic N use on fields.

Dates, time, and registration information coming soon.  Sponsorship opportunity available. 

Join a set of Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for an Inspired by Annie's Project four week series focused on elevating your marketing techniques. 

You are raising and selling local meat, but are you making a profit?  

7 locations to choose from!

Two locations to choose from!

Online Classroom Training and Chute-side Training.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

Topics covered include cattle nutrition, handling and vaccine protocols.

What Farm Management and Nutritional Factors are Associated with Colostrum Yield and Quality?

Did you know that farmers are more likely to die by suicide than the general population? 

3 sessions, 2 speakers, and 1 buffet included.

One Day of On-Farm Training with lunch and materials included.  Featuring mostly hands-on activities and demonstrations.  Offered in English and Spanish.

Farmers, agribusiness workers, and anyone who interacts with the agricultural community is encouraged to attend this free training with lunch included.

Presented in three locations with one remote session available.  One Roadshow located in Saratoga County.

2022 Dairy Focused Course.  Attendees will receive a AgSHARP certificate of completion.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 14 people.

This seven-part webinar series offers cutting edge information about dairy technology from industry experts.  If you are thinking about incorporating new technology or have already implemented innovative technology, this series is for you.

4 Week Hands on Introductory Course to QuickBooks.

Save the Dates!  4 Week Hands On QuickBooks Training

Managing for Consistency While Leading Through Change

Free event with lunch included.  Two locations to choose from in the region, and more on the FarmNet website.

DEC & CCA credits. Back in person!  Weed management, Insect Pest Management, Disease updates, Soil and Fertility management.  Trade Show!

Do you have a plan in place for transferring your farm business to the next generation?  This is a FREE 3-week series.

Course applicable to all agricultural commodities.

Registration for 8 Spanish speaking attendees only. English speaking waiting list available.

Free webinar

1.5 DEC credits for categories 1a, & 22.

2.0 DEC Credits for cat. 1a, 10, 21, & 23 (pending).  CCA CEU credits: 2.5 total, 2.0 IPM, 0.5 Precision Ag (pending).

Free webinar

Putting all the Pieces of the Puzzle Together!  In person!  Trade Show!

Free webinar

Free webinar

Free in person or virtual event.

*CANCELLED* Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 12 Spanish speaking individuals.  AI tool kits also available for an additional cost.

An education and networking opportunity for conventional & organic grain growers, organic grain buyers and ag professionals.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

DEC Credits available

The local grain economy is growing and more small grains are needed.

Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business!

FAMACHA Training

This five part series will address the topic from multiple perspectives and help to identify the opportunities and challenges as well as currently know best practices for integrating the need for renewable energy with other economic and social factors.

Free, but pre-registration required due to limited seating.

The Farm Disaster Preparation Certificate is directed to all sizes of farms and all types of products. Dairy and livestock farms are especially encouraged to participate in the program due to their additional concerns regarding animal agriculture. The person representing a farm should be the insurance policyholder; other key farm personnel are welcome.

Each year the Cornell Dept. of Animal Science puts on the Cornell Sheep & Goat Symposium.

A list of locations that will host this program.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

$10 per person.  2 Pesticide Credits available for Categories 1A, 21, 23, & 10.  Three Locations to choose from, and only attending one location good for these 2 credits.

Transform your farm's future: master business planning with ease and confidence

In four regional locations, including one remote option!

Free webinar

Free webinar series

Free webinar series meeting the second Tuesday of every month.

January 9: Dairy focused.  January 13: Field Crop Focused.  Free to attend, bring a dish to pass for the potluck lunch!

Free webinar series

This is an informational meeting on understanding Land Rental and Lease rates for the 2024 crop season.

Are you looking to unlock the full potential of your employees? Do you find it difficult to retain good employees? If so, please join us for a 2 part series in unlocking the secret to finding and keeping good employees.  

$20 per person.  Lunch provided.  Two locations to choose from.

In these uncertain times, safeguarding valuable farm assets has become paramount to ensure our farming communities' continued success and sustainability.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Are you passionate about agriculture and dreaming of starting your own farm? Did you start farming in 2022 or 2023 and still seek more help? Look no further!

2.25 DEC Pesticide recertification credits available, and 3.0 CCA CEU credits available.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free webinar from FSA & CCE.

Hear from a wide variety of presenters on NYS grant and low-interest loan programs for farms & food-based businesses.

This virtual seminar will feature film industry experts on how to "market" your property and its use in the film and TV industry. As well as, how to prepare and what to expect should a company crew utilize the farm. $10 to attend.

Webinario Gratuito De FSA y CCE.

DEC Credits available.  Two locations to choose from.

English / Spanish program.  Morning Refreshments & Lunch will be provided.

Join for two webinars on dairy greenhouse gas (GHG) sponsored by Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Cornell Cooperative Extension,  PRO-DAIRY, and NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

Are you looking to diversify sales beyond the farmers' market, CSA, and farm stand? Food hubs, grocery stores, restaurants and cooperatives are looking for your products to meet growing consumer demand for local and sustainably produced food. However, successful business with wholesale buyers requires planning and preparation.  Two-day event. 

For Small Ruminants.  Eight locations & times to choose from.  $5 per sample, by appointment.

English / Spanish program.  Lunch will be provided.

Lunch will be provided

Lunch will be provided.

Dairy Day at the Otesaga.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free webinar to discuss the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus (HPAIV)

Dairy Day at CCE Saratoga County.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free Webinar held in collaboration with Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development, Cornell Small Farms, and Dairy Foods Extension

Free Informational webinar for Spanish-speaking members of the dairy industry providing background and updates on the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza or H5N1 virus in dairy cattle.

A Story of Crisis and Advocacy from the Makers of the Documentary "Muckville"

Theme for this year: Quality Matters

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two day event.

Free webinar series in Spanish.

English / Spanish program.  Limited to 8 English speaking & 8 Spanish speaking participants.  Lunch included.

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. 

If you are considering a new food processing business, or growing the one that you already have, then this workshop is for you!

Do you have a good idea or have a product you want to build a business around?  

Learn more about the Value Added Producer Grant through the USDA.

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. 

2021 Corn Day is Virtual this Year!

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. 

The USDA is offering two webinars in March for beginning farmers in New York State.

Raising & Keeping Profitable Cows in Your Herd Longer

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.

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!

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.

Farm Business Education in April, 2021

Short, farm financial education programs online this spring!

Free evening webinars with presentations by Cornell University and NYS Ag and Markets.

O'Mara Farm beef tour in Hubbardsville and Canastota.

Reasons, Economics, & Practical Strategies

Cancelled due to lack of interest.  Contact Erik Smith for more information or to express interest in future events.

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

The Cornell Farmworker Program and the Finger Lakes Community Health clinic co-sponsor this free webinar with Dr. José Canario, and Ellen Hey, NP.  Local farmworkers will also be available to answer questions about their experiences being vaccinated

Pasture reclamation & small ruminate grazing.

No-till cover cropping strategies, farmer-to-farmer discussion on soil health and the benefits of cover crops, display and demonstration of the farm's no-till drill, and a field tour

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

Free for any Active-Duty Military and Veterans residing in New York State are eligible to attend; non-veterans will be allowed on a space available basis; registration will be capped at 20 attendees.

A three-part series for farms that are already filing a Schedule F covering tax planning and goals, handling farm profits/losses, and strategies to improve your tax position while also working positively with your accountant/tax preparer.

PRO-DAIRY is hosting a transition cow management webinar series.

USDOL Live Webinar Presentation.  

The program will cover Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA), Child Labor Laws as they pertain to agriculture, Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act, OSHA Field Sanitation and H2A.

This webinar will provide an overview of USDA Farm Service Agency's programs that support organic and transitioning farmers through climate and environmentally-friendly farming practices.

Learn about regulation changes and how to best position your business for compliance and success.

Join us for a virtual discussion on the status of and risks facing New York pig farms from African Swine Fever (ASF). 

A primer for beginning farmers, or a tune-up for those already in production, on recording income and annual expenses, capital expenditures and depreciation with additional information covering loans & credit card or revolving loan payments, sales of business assets, and deducting losses.

What's here, what's coming, and what we can do about it.  In person and on Zoom!

A one-night virtual meeting for beginning and part-time farmers that provides useful tax information enabling participants to be make better tax decisions for their business.   

For farm businesses of all shapes and sizes, tune in to learn more about the tax advantages available for farms. This workshop will include information for the current tax season.

This five part series empowers farm women to prepare and analyze their own financial statements, enhance farm business decision making, and effectively communicate with their team.

This conference has gathered dairy industry experts to shed light on what "getting to net zero" means for dairy producers.  Sponsorship opportunity available.

6 Free Webinars: attend all or any.

Free webinars to cover FSA offers.

Sponsorship opportunity available.

Corn Day is virtual again this year!  

Free event

Does your herd respond poorly to positive management & nutritional changes? These pieces of the puzzle may help explain why.

Learn how farms can help reduce nitrous oxide (N20 - a potent GHG) in cropping systems - with a focus coordinating organic and synthetic N use on fields.

Dates, time, and registration information coming soon.  Sponsorship opportunity available. 

Join a set of Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for an Inspired by Annie's Project four week series focused on elevating your marketing techniques. 

You are raising and selling local meat, but are you making a profit?  

7 locations to choose from!

Two locations to choose from!

Online Classroom Training and Chute-side Training.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

Topics covered include cattle nutrition, handling and vaccine protocols.

What Farm Management and Nutritional Factors are Associated with Colostrum Yield and Quality?

Did you know that farmers are more likely to die by suicide than the general population? 

3 sessions, 2 speakers, and 1 buffet included.

One Day of On-Farm Training with lunch and materials included.  Featuring mostly hands-on activities and demonstrations.  Offered in English and Spanish.

Farmers, agribusiness workers, and anyone who interacts with the agricultural community is encouraged to attend this free training with lunch included.

Presented in three locations with one remote session available.  One Roadshow located in Saratoga County.

2022 Dairy Focused Course.  Attendees will receive a AgSHARP certificate of completion.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 14 people.

This seven-part webinar series offers cutting edge information about dairy technology from industry experts.  If you are thinking about incorporating new technology or have already implemented innovative technology, this series is for you.

4 Week Hands on Introductory Course to QuickBooks.

Save the Dates!  4 Week Hands On QuickBooks Training

Managing for Consistency While Leading Through Change

Free event with lunch included.  Two locations to choose from in the region, and more on the FarmNet website.

DEC & CCA credits. Back in person!  Weed management, Insect Pest Management, Disease updates, Soil and Fertility management.  Trade Show!

Do you have a plan in place for transferring your farm business to the next generation?  This is a FREE 3-week series.

Course applicable to all agricultural commodities.

Registration for 8 Spanish speaking attendees only. English speaking waiting list available.

Free webinar

1.5 DEC credits for categories 1a, & 22.

2.0 DEC Credits for cat. 1a, 10, 21, & 23 (pending).  CCA CEU credits: 2.5 total, 2.0 IPM, 0.5 Precision Ag (pending).

Free webinar

Putting all the Pieces of the Puzzle Together!  In person!  Trade Show!

Free webinar

Free webinar

Free in person or virtual event.

*CANCELLED* Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 12 Spanish speaking individuals.  AI tool kits also available for an additional cost.

An education and networking opportunity for conventional & organic grain growers, organic grain buyers and ag professionals.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

DEC Credits available

The local grain economy is growing and more small grains are needed.

Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business!

FAMACHA Training

This five part series will address the topic from multiple perspectives and help to identify the opportunities and challenges as well as currently know best practices for integrating the need for renewable energy with other economic and social factors.

Free, but pre-registration required due to limited seating.

The Farm Disaster Preparation Certificate is directed to all sizes of farms and all types of products. Dairy and livestock farms are especially encouraged to participate in the program due to their additional concerns regarding animal agriculture. The person representing a farm should be the insurance policyholder; other key farm personnel are welcome.

Each year the Cornell Dept. of Animal Science puts on the Cornell Sheep & Goat Symposium.

A list of locations that will host this program.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

$10 per person.  2 Pesticide Credits available for Categories 1A, 21, 23, & 10.  Three Locations to choose from, and only attending one location good for these 2 credits.

Transform your farm's future: master business planning with ease and confidence

In four regional locations, including one remote option!

Free webinar

Free webinar series

Free webinar series meeting the second Tuesday of every month.

January 9: Dairy focused.  January 13: Field Crop Focused.  Free to attend, bring a dish to pass for the potluck lunch!

Free webinar series

This is an informational meeting on understanding Land Rental and Lease rates for the 2024 crop season.

Are you looking to unlock the full potential of your employees? Do you find it difficult to retain good employees? If so, please join us for a 2 part series in unlocking the secret to finding and keeping good employees.  

$20 per person.  Lunch provided.  Two locations to choose from.

In these uncertain times, safeguarding valuable farm assets has become paramount to ensure our farming communities' continued success and sustainability.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Are you passionate about agriculture and dreaming of starting your own farm? Did you start farming in 2022 or 2023 and still seek more help? Look no further!

2.25 DEC Pesticide recertification credits available, and 3.0 CCA CEU credits available.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free webinar from FSA & CCE.

Hear from a wide variety of presenters on NYS grant and low-interest loan programs for farms & food-based businesses.

This virtual seminar will feature film industry experts on how to "market" your property and its use in the film and TV industry. As well as, how to prepare and what to expect should a company crew utilize the farm. $10 to attend.

Webinario Gratuito De FSA y CCE.

DEC Credits available.  Two locations to choose from.

English / Spanish program.  Morning Refreshments & Lunch will be provided.

Join for two webinars on dairy greenhouse gas (GHG) sponsored by Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Cornell Cooperative Extension,  PRO-DAIRY, and NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

Are you looking to diversify sales beyond the farmers' market, CSA, and farm stand? Food hubs, grocery stores, restaurants and cooperatives are looking for your products to meet growing consumer demand for local and sustainably produced food. However, successful business with wholesale buyers requires planning and preparation.  Two-day event. 

For Small Ruminants.  Eight locations & times to choose from.  $5 per sample, by appointment.

English / Spanish program.  Lunch will be provided.

Lunch will be provided

Lunch will be provided.

Free webinar to discuss the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus (HPAIV)

Dairy Day at the Otesaga.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Dairy Day at CCE Saratoga County.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free Webinar held in collaboration with Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development, Cornell Small Farms, and Dairy Foods Extension

Free Informational webinar for Spanish-speaking members of the dairy industry providing background and updates on the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza or H5N1 virus in dairy cattle.

A Story of Crisis and Advocacy from the Makers of the Documentary "Muckville"

Theme for this year: Quality Matters

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two day event.

Free webinar series in Spanish.

English / Spanish program.  Limited to 8 English speaking & 8 Spanish speaking participants.  Lunch included.

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. 

If you are considering a new food processing business, or growing the one that you already have, then this workshop is for you!

Do you have a good idea or have a product you want to build a business around?  

Learn more about the Value Added Producer Grant through the USDA.

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. 

2021 Corn Day is Virtual this Year!

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. 

The USDA is offering two webinars in March for beginning farmers in New York State.

Raising & Keeping Profitable Cows in Your Herd Longer

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.

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!

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.

Farm Business Education in April, 2021

Short, farm financial education programs online this spring!

Free evening webinars with presentations by Cornell University and NYS Ag and Markets.

O'Mara Farm beef tour in Hubbardsville and Canastota.

Reasons, Economics, & Practical Strategies

Cancelled due to lack of interest.  Contact Erik Smith for more information or to express interest in future events.

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

The Cornell Farmworker Program and the Finger Lakes Community Health clinic co-sponsor this free webinar with Dr. José Canario, and Ellen Hey, NP.  Local farmworkers will also be available to answer questions about their experiences being vaccinated

Pasture reclamation & small ruminate grazing.

No-till cover cropping strategies, farmer-to-farmer discussion on soil health and the benefits of cover crops, display and demonstration of the farm's no-till drill, and a field tour

Includes FAMACHA Training/Certification and How to do Fecal Egg ID/Counting

Free for any Active-Duty Military and Veterans residing in New York State are eligible to attend; non-veterans will be allowed on a space available basis; registration will be capped at 20 attendees.

A three-part series for farms that are already filing a Schedule F covering tax planning and goals, handling farm profits/losses, and strategies to improve your tax position while also working positively with your accountant/tax preparer.

PRO-DAIRY is hosting a transition cow management webinar series.

USDOL Live Webinar Presentation.  

The program will cover Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA), Child Labor Laws as they pertain to agriculture, Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act, OSHA Field Sanitation and H2A.

This webinar will provide an overview of USDA Farm Service Agency's programs that support organic and transitioning farmers through climate and environmentally-friendly farming practices.

Learn about regulation changes and how to best position your business for compliance and success.

Join us for a virtual discussion on the status of and risks facing New York pig farms from African Swine Fever (ASF). 

A primer for beginning farmers, or a tune-up for those already in production, on recording income and annual expenses, capital expenditures and depreciation with additional information covering loans & credit card or revolving loan payments, sales of business assets, and deducting losses.

What's here, what's coming, and what we can do about it.  In person and on Zoom!

A one-night virtual meeting for beginning and part-time farmers that provides useful tax information enabling participants to be make better tax decisions for their business.   

For farm businesses of all shapes and sizes, tune in to learn more about the tax advantages available for farms. This workshop will include information for the current tax season.

This five part series empowers farm women to prepare and analyze their own financial statements, enhance farm business decision making, and effectively communicate with their team.

This conference has gathered dairy industry experts to shed light on what "getting to net zero" means for dairy producers.  Sponsorship opportunity available.

6 Free Webinars: attend all or any.

Free webinars to cover FSA offers.

Sponsorship opportunity available.

Corn Day is virtual again this year!  

Free event

Does your herd respond poorly to positive management & nutritional changes? These pieces of the puzzle may help explain why.

Learn how farms can help reduce nitrous oxide (N20 - a potent GHG) in cropping systems - with a focus coordinating organic and synthetic N use on fields.

Dates, time, and registration information coming soon.  Sponsorship opportunity available. 

Join a set of Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for an Inspired by Annie's Project four week series focused on elevating your marketing techniques. 

You are raising and selling local meat, but are you making a profit?  

7 locations to choose from!

Two locations to choose from!

Online Classroom Training and Chute-side Training.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

Topics covered include cattle nutrition, handling and vaccine protocols.

What Farm Management and Nutritional Factors are Associated with Colostrum Yield and Quality?

Did you know that farmers are more likely to die by suicide than the general population? 

3 sessions, 2 speakers, and 1 buffet included.

One Day of On-Farm Training with lunch and materials included.  Featuring mostly hands-on activities and demonstrations.  Offered in English and Spanish.

Farmers, agribusiness workers, and anyone who interacts with the agricultural community is encouraged to attend this free training with lunch included.

Presented in three locations with one remote session available.  One Roadshow located in Saratoga County.

2022 Dairy Focused Course.  Attendees will receive a AgSHARP certificate of completion.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Lunch included.  CCA Credits available.  This event will count as a DEC approved manure applicator training for CAFO permitees.

Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 14 people.

This seven-part webinar series offers cutting edge information about dairy technology from industry experts.  If you are thinking about incorporating new technology or have already implemented innovative technology, this series is for you.

4 Week Hands on Introductory Course to QuickBooks.

Save the Dates!  4 Week Hands On QuickBooks Training

Managing for Consistency While Leading Through Change

Free event with lunch included.  Two locations to choose from in the region, and more on the FarmNet website.

DEC & CCA credits. Back in person!  Weed management, Insect Pest Management, Disease updates, Soil and Fertility management.  Trade Show!

Do you have a plan in place for transferring your farm business to the next generation?  This is a FREE 3-week series.

Course applicable to all agricultural commodities.

Registration for 8 Spanish speaking attendees only. English speaking waiting list available.

Free webinar

1.5 DEC credits for categories 1a, & 22.

2.0 DEC Credits for cat. 1a, 10, 21, & 23 (pending).  CCA CEU credits: 2.5 total, 2.0 IPM, 0.5 Precision Ag (pending).

Free webinar

Putting all the Pieces of the Puzzle Together!  In person!  Trade Show!

Free webinar

Free webinar

Free in person or virtual event.

*CANCELLED* Two-day course.  Lunch included.  The course will have classroom and practical components.  Registration limited to 12 Spanish speaking individuals.  AI tool kits also available for an additional cost.

An education and networking opportunity for conventional & organic grain growers, organic grain buyers and ag professionals.

Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers.

DEC Credits available

The local grain economy is growing and more small grains are needed.

Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business!

FAMACHA Training

This five part series will address the topic from multiple perspectives and help to identify the opportunities and challenges as well as currently know best practices for integrating the need for renewable energy with other economic and social factors.

Free, but pre-registration required due to limited seating.

The Farm Disaster Preparation Certificate is directed to all sizes of farms and all types of products. Dairy and livestock farms are especially encouraged to participate in the program due to their additional concerns regarding animal agriculture. The person representing a farm should be the insurance policyholder; other key farm personnel are welcome.

Each year the Cornell Dept. of Animal Science puts on the Cornell Sheep & Goat Symposium.

A list of locations that will host this program.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

$10 per person.  2 Pesticide Credits available for Categories 1A, 21, 23, & 10.  Three Locations to choose from, and only attending one location good for these 2 credits.

Transform your farm's future: master business planning with ease and confidence

In four regional locations, including one remote option!

Free webinar

Free webinar series

Free webinar series meeting the second Tuesday of every month.

January 9: Dairy focused.  January 13: Field Crop Focused.  Free to attend, bring a dish to pass for the potluck lunch!

Free webinar series

This is an informational meeting on understanding Land Rental and Lease rates for the 2024 crop season.

Are you looking to unlock the full potential of your employees? Do you find it difficult to retain good employees? If so, please join us for a 2 part series in unlocking the secret to finding and keeping good employees.  

$20 per person.  Lunch provided.  Two locations to choose from.

In these uncertain times, safeguarding valuable farm assets has become paramount to ensure our farming communities' continued success and sustainability.  Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Are you passionate about agriculture and dreaming of starting your own farm? Did you start farming in 2022 or 2023 and still seek more help? Look no further!

2.25 DEC Pesticide recertification credits available, and 3.0 CCA CEU credits available.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free webinar from FSA & CCE.

Hear from a wide variety of presenters on NYS grant and low-interest loan programs for farms & food-based businesses.

This virtual seminar will feature film industry experts on how to "market" your property and its use in the film and TV industry. As well as, how to prepare and what to expect should a company crew utilize the farm. $10 to attend.

Webinario Gratuito De FSA y CCE.

DEC Credits available.  Two locations to choose from.

English / Spanish program.  Morning Refreshments & Lunch will be provided.

Join for two webinars on dairy greenhouse gas (GHG) sponsored by Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Cornell Cooperative Extension,  PRO-DAIRY, and NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

Are you looking to diversify sales beyond the farmers' market, CSA, and farm stand? Food hubs, grocery stores, restaurants and cooperatives are looking for your products to meet growing consumer demand for local and sustainably produced food. However, successful business with wholesale buyers requires planning and preparation.  Two-day event. 

For Small Ruminants.  Eight locations & times to choose from.  $5 per sample, by appointment.

English / Spanish program.  Lunch will be provided.

Lunch will be provided

Lunch will be provided.

Free webinar to discuss the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus (HPAIV)

Dairy Day at the Otesaga.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Dairy Day at CCE Saratoga County.  Coffee Hour & Lunch included. Trade Show.

Free Webinar held in collaboration with Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development, Cornell Small Farms, and Dairy Foods Extension

Free Informational webinar for Spanish-speaking members of the dairy industry providing background and updates on the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza or H5N1 virus in dairy cattle.

A Story of Crisis and Advocacy from the Makers of the Documentary "Muckville"

Theme for this year: Quality Matters

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two-Day Course.  English / Spanish program. Lunch included.

Two day event.

Free webinar series in Spanish.

English / Spanish program.  Limited to 8 English speaking & 8 Spanish speaking participants.  Lunch included.