Events - month view
earlier monthsMay 2016
Livestock Discussion Meeting
May 3, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
This will be an informal meeting where Leith MacKenzie of Sweet Grass Meats will join us to speak about his 11 years of experience marketing locally raised livestock. This will be a great opportunity to hear directly from a producer about building their operation over time. There will be no charge for this group, but if you plan on attending, please register in advance.
Webinar: Strategies for Nonpregnancy Diagnosis in Dairy Cows
May 9, 2016
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Early identification of nonpregnant cows is key to any reproductive program. Presented by Paul Fricke from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Paul will discuss the latest data on traditional and emerging methods of nonpregnancy diagnosis and the best ways to incorporate these technologies to improve reproductive performance on your farm This webinar is sponsored by Hoard's Dairyman and Parnell.
Please RSVP by May 6 to: Zach Amey at 585-786-2251 x123 or zta3@cornell.edu
Farm Safety Day
May 18, 2016
9:00 a.m.
Sackets Harbor, NY
June 2016
Cornell Small Grains Management Field Day
June 2, 2016
9:30 a.m.
Aurora, NY
Dairy Princess Festival
June 4, 2016
All Day
Canton, NY
2016 Advanced Dairy Nutrition Short Course
June 6 - June 9, 2016
Ithaca, NY
http://ansci.cals.cornell.edu/advanced-dairy-nutrition
Tri-County Graziers Twilight Pasture Walk
June 9, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Campbell, NY
Join the Tri-County Graziers for their first pasture walk of the season!
Sundae at the Farm
June 12, 2016
12:00pm-3:00pm
Malone, NY
Free Admission and Open to the Public
Wagon tour stops at: dairy barn, maternity ward, heifer facility, calf hutches, and milking parlor
Wagon tour stops at: dairy barn, maternity ward, heifer facility, calf hutches, and milking parlor
Cheese Tasting & Evaluation Workshop
June 14, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
East Aurora, NY
If you love cheese, then you won't want to miss this class! Learn all about the cheese-making process while sampling mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, goat and feta cheeses, which are all made in New York State!
Summer Dairy Reproduction Update
June 14, 2016
7-9 pm
Stillwater, NY
New research helps dairy producers optimize their herd reproductive efficiency. Come hear about ways to enhance repro performance like how to select the ideal voluntary waiting period.
Summer Dairy Reproduction Update
June 20, 2016
7-9 pm
Lansing, NY
New research helps dairy producers optimize their reproductive efficiency. Come hear about ways to enhance repro performance, like how to select the ideal waiting period.
Summer Dairy Reproduction Update
June 21, 2016
7:00pm-9:00pm
Peru, NY
Summer Dairy Reproduction Update
June 22, 2016
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
New research helps dairy producers optimize their herd reproductive efficiency. Come hear about ways to enhance repro performance like how to select the ideal voluntary waiting period.
Edge of Field, Not To Be Overlooked - But To Be Understood
June 28, 2016
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m,
Mount Morris, NY
Informational meeting to learn about funding opportunities, denitrifying bioreactors, and edge of field monitoring equipment.
Soil Health & Cover Crop Workshop
June 30, 2016
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Elba, NY
"Soil health basics and why to start cover cropping"
Event sponsored by: Western New York Soil Health Alliance
A Farmer - to Farmer Network
July 2016
Jefferson County Fair
July 12 - July 17, 2016
Watertown, NY
Organic Dairy & Crop Producer's Discussion Group
July 13, 2016
1-3pm
Groton, NY
Join us for Lunch at noon followed by discussion & farmstead tour from 1:00-3:00 PM
This is an opportunity to get together and talk about the crop season and share successes and challenges in your cropping programs. Ed and Eileen Sheffler will start the discussion with an overview of their dairy farm and supplemental enterprises including an oil press for biodiesel production, grain storage and farm store for farm raised milk, meat, eggs and excess garden produce. They are self sufficient with grains-corn and soybean. We can look at nearby fields. Crop rotation, crop choice, weed control and fertility strategies will be highlighted. Looking forward to seeing you. Come prepared to share your crop production practices.
Please rsvp for planning lunch to Jen at 391-2660 or jma358@cornell.edu
Please call Janice (391-2672) with any questions.
This is an opportunity to get together and talk about the crop season and share successes and challenges in your cropping programs. Ed and Eileen Sheffler will start the discussion with an overview of their dairy farm and supplemental enterprises including an oil press for biodiesel production, grain storage and farm store for farm raised milk, meat, eggs and excess garden produce. They are self sufficient with grains-corn and soybean. We can look at nearby fields. Crop rotation, crop choice, weed control and fertility strategies will be highlighted. Looking forward to seeing you. Come prepared to share your crop production practices.
Please rsvp for planning lunch to Jen at 391-2660 or jma358@cornell.edu
Please call Janice (391-2672) with any questions.
Timely Culling to Increase Profitability
July 14, 2016
7-9 pm
Dryden, NY
Looking for more revenue in this down milk economy? Making sure you're getting the most out of cull cows when you send them to the sale barn can help. We've put together a group of speakers to talk about timely culling for cows, from a local veterinarian's perspective to a state veterinarian's experiences, to the local sale barn manager's knowledge.
Management of Internal Parasites in Sheep & Goats Workshop
July 16, 2016
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Internal parasites are the number one health problem affecting sheep and goats in the Northeast U.S. Because worms have become resistant to many of the anthelmintics (dewormers) producers use, a more integrated approach to internal parasite control is necessary.
This workshop is designed to help producers develop integrated parasite management (IPM) programs for their farms and flocks. It will also help familiarize you with IPM techniques. The primary instructor is Dr tatiana Stanton, Cornell Small Ruminant Extension Specialist.
This workshop is designed to help producers develop integrated parasite management (IPM) programs for their farms and flocks. It will also help familiarize you with IPM techniques. The primary instructor is Dr tatiana Stanton, Cornell Small Ruminant Extension Specialist.
Management of Internal Parasites in Sheep and Goats
July 16, 2016
10:00am-3:00pm
Canton, NY
Internal parasites are the number one health problem affecting sheep and goats in the northeast. Because worms have become resistant to many of the anthelmintics (dewormers) producers use, a more integrated approach to internal parasite control is necessary.
Clinton County Fair
July 19 - July 24, 2016
Plattsburg, NY
Lewis County Fair
July 19 - July 23, 2016
Lowville, NY
Twilight Meeting - Stronghaven Farm LLC
July 19, 2016
6:30-8 pm
Barton, NY
Tour of new calf facility and informal discussion to follow at Strong's Pond, Depew Rd, Barton
The farm's veterinarian, Dr Ben Laudermilk, will be present to speak on changes the farm experienced after moving into the new facility, as well as common calf issues.
Finger Lakes Soil Health Discussion Group Meeting
July 22, 2016
5:00 - 8:15 p.m.
Seneca Castle, NY
Why Hemdale Farms switched to zone tillage, and how they've been successful doing it for field crops and vegetables will be described. Equipment will be available for viewing. The many niches available for cover crop planting, and the benefits of different cover crops will be covered by Thomas Bjorkman, Cornell. There will be ample time for open group discussion on reduced tillage, cover crops, and all aspects of improving soil health.
DEC, CCA & CEU's credits have been requested.
DEC, CCA & CEU's credits have been requested.
What's in Your Mixer??
July 25, 2016
7-9pm
Sackets Harbor, NY
Western NNY Dairy Grazers Discussion Group and Cornell Cooperative Extension
July 26, 2016
11:00am-2:00pm
Boonville, NY
What's in Your Mixer??
July 28, 2016
7-9pm
Champlain, NY
Day on the Farm - Windsong Dairy
July 30, 2016
All Day
Adams Center, NY
Free to the public. Guided tours, family fun center, and free samples. Come rain or shine.
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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
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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.
Your local Cornell Cooperative Extension Association Office.
- 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
Any of our CNYDLFC Team members (calls/emails/texts/site visit requests all ok)
Your county USDA/FSA service center.
Your county farm bureau manager
Please let us know how we can help you.
- 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.The data that is collected, and the subsequent reports/findings/resources will be helpful for all of us to answer that call of "What's the average rental rate in my area?" and "How much do people charge to combine oats?"
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.