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earlier monthsAugust 2015
Beef Quality Assurance Training - Empire Farm Days
August 11, 2015
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Seneca Falls, NY
The NWNY Team is working with the NYS BQA committee to conduct A BQA in a Day training during Empire Farm Days.
Manure Pit Safety Demonstration
August 17, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Benton Center, NY
Yates County Emergency Services, Soil & Water Conservation, Cornell Cooperative Extension along with NYCAMH are pleased to announce the Manure Pit Safety demonstration unit will be at Benton Fire Station in Benton Center.
Hay Making Workshop
August 20, 2015
6 pm sign-in, 6:30-8:30 pm
Cortland, NY
The workshop will focus on:
- Machinery Overview for making Dry Hay
- Proper Adjustments for Equipment
- Small Square Bales & Large Round Bales
- Acid application & calibration
- Proper Storage of Dry Hay
- Caring for your Hay Stand
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 24, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Groton, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 25, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Lisbon, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
Pre-Harvest Forage Day
August 26, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Avon, NY
Pre-Harvest Forage Day will be an excellent opportunity for farm employees and owners/managers alike to come out and hear from some of our top regional experts on what they can do to ensure that what goes into the bunk will come out as a high quality feed.
No registration necessary.
Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop
August 26, 2015
10:30 am - 3 pm
Homer, NY
The SCNY team will be hosting a Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop at McMahon's EZ Acres. Pro-Dairy's Karl Czymmek and NYCAMH's Jim Carraba will be there to lead the discussion and answer questions. The workshop will focus on:
- General farm safety
- The Dairy Dozen & OSHA guidelines
- What to do if your farm has an unplanned OSHA inspection
- Update on OSHA LEP inspection
- How to manage after the inspection
- Fines/Fine Reductions
There will also be a local farm present to talk about their unplanned inspection. After lunch, there will be a walkthrough of facilities to highlight areas to focus on.
Any questions, please call Betsy at 607.753.5213 or email her at bjh246@cornell.edu.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 26, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Little Falls, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
September 2015
Soil Health Field Day
September 3, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Schoharie, NY
Corn Silage Harvest Workshop
September 9, 2015
1:00pm -3:00pm
Horseheads, NY
Topics to Include:Target Dry Matter for Harvest, Kernel Processing, Chop Length, Packing Tractors & Fill Rate, Managing shrink
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Corn Silage Harvest Workshop
September 10, 2015
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whitney Point, NY
Topics to Include:Target Dry Matter for Harvest, Kernel Processing, Chop Length, Packing Tractors & Fill Rate, Managing shrink
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Temple Grandin to visit Ontario County
September 17, 2015
12:00 p.m.
Stanley, NY
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.
NO WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
12 Noon - 3:30 PM
Lawnhurst Farms, LLC, 4124 County Road 5, Stanley, NY
This event is designed for dairy and beef farmers to help them improve livestock handling. There will be time after the program for questions and book signing.
This event is designed for dairy and beef farmers to help them improve livestock handling. There will be time after the program for questions and book signing.
BQA in a Day
September 19, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Dr. Michael Baker, Cornell University Beef Cattle Extension Specialist, will be leading the classroom portion, covering care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products. Dave Wilson, DVM will be leading the afternoon training, which will include proper animal handling and vaccine use.
October 2015
On-Farm Manure and Silo Gas Safety Training
October 7, 2015
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dundee, NY
The safety event is open to farmers and firefighters. Gas readings will be collected during lagoon agitation. There will also be a farm walkthrough.
BQA in a Day
October 10, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Penn Yann, NY
October is BQA Month! Topics include care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products vaccines.
BQA in a Day Ontario Location
October 17, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
October is BQA Month! Topics include care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products vaccines.
BQA in a Day Bennington Location
October 24, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bennington, NY
October is BQA Month! Topics include care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products vaccines.
Cortland County 2015 Farm Trail
October 24, 2015
11 am - 3 pm
Cortland, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Cortland County and Cortland County Farm Bureau will be hosting the 2015 Cortland County Farm Trail along Route 13 on October 24, 2015 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. This event is a free, family-oriented educational event that offers the public a chance to visit four working farms and learn about agriculture.
Sheep & Goat Hay Workshop
October 26, 2015
Registration 5:30pm, Program 6-8 pm
Dryden, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Cortland County and the South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team of CCE will be offering a Sheep and Goat Hay Workshop hosted by Lilley's Tack and Feed at 15 Livermore Road in Dryden, NY on October 26, 2015 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Refreshments and registration will begin at 5:30 pm.
Feeder Basics Course - Wyoming County Location
October 27, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Perry, NY
Feeders who are looking for a refresher on some of the basics of feeding management or those who are new to the position. Course will be taught in English and Spanish.
Soil Health For Grazers
October 27, 2015
6pm
Owego, NY
CCE Cortland and the Tioga Grazers are hosting a workshop Soil Health For Grazers featuring the NY Soil Health Trailer on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 6:00pm at Twin Brook Barm, 206 Lainhart Rd., Owego, NY. Learn the effects of grazing management on soil with this event specific to NY grazers. Attendees will learn about: Aggregate Stability, Compaction, Active Carbon, Pasture & Forage Crop Insurance and more! Attendees are encouraged to bring a chunk of sod from their own pasture for use in demonstrations. For more information about upcoming NY Soil Health Trailer events, visit: www.facebook.com/nysoilhealthtrailer
Feeder Basics Course - Ontario County Location
October 28, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Seneca Castle, NY
Feeders who are looking for a refresher on some of the basics of feeding management or those who are new to the position. Course will be taught in English and Spanish.
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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.