Events - month view
earlier monthsSeptember 2013
Forage Sorghum. Viable Crop? Come and See the Crop!
September 18, 2013
5 pm - 7:30 pm
Lowman, NY
This project has allowed us to gain experience with a crop that has not traditionally been grown in the Northeast - sorghum. Sorghum appears to be a reasonable substitute for corn silage offering similar yields, at a lower cost and an equally efficient harvest as a single chop system that can substitute for corn silage with nearly the same nutrition.
Pasture Walk - Bennington Beefalo
September 19, 2013
5:00 p.m.
Attica, NY
- Learn techniques employed to grass feed and finish Beefalo
- Observe simple livestock handling facilities
- See homemade chicken tractors in action for grazing birds
- Hear about proven direct marketing techniques for meats
- Find out how a mentoring relationship mutually benefiting both parties
- Enjoy a light supper featuring grass grown meats and local foods
Cornell Goat & Sheep Health Day
September 21, 2013
7:45 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Ithaca, NY
Small Ruminant Disease and Parasite Management
Information and activities for the whole family.
New Strategies for Farm Succession Planning
September 24 - September 25, 2013
Syracuse, NY
This important conference will focus on the farm transfer process and the need for innovative strategies to make the transition successful and keep the farm in agriculture.
October 2013
Successful Farming for Beginners
October 1, 2013
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
So you want to be a farmer. You have thought about starting a small operation or you have purchased farmland and buildings and looking at getting into farming some type of livestock, fruit, or vegetable. Perhaps it is a 4-H project that you would like to expand into a farm enterprise. Not sure where to begin? Look no further! Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County is offering a regional workshop series on Successful Farming for Beginners.
Feeds and Feeding Management Course
October 30 - November 7, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This is a great course for both new feeders and those with years of experience. Participants will receive excellent instruction on meeting cows' nutrition needs from speakers such as Dr. Larry Chase and get lots of hands on experience in assessing feed quality.
November 2013
BQA in a Day, Beef Quality Assurance Workshop
November 2, 2013
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Seneca Falls, NY
Register early! Class size is limited!!
Topics covered will be care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products.
Selecting Bulls to Fit Your Market: Producing the Quality Beef Your Customers Seek
November 4, 2013
5:30 p.m.
Portageville, NY
This program will provide the basics to understanding EPDs, which EPDs are relevant to your farm, and how to use them to reach your marketing objectives.
Tools for Teams
November 4, 2013
9:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Varysburg, NY
Participating in "Tools for Teams" can help advisors enhance their contribution to their clients' profitability. Penn State and Cornell University faculty and extension specialist will show advisors how to use proven tools for monitoring farm performance.
Planning for Succession Workshop Series, CCE - Seneca County
November 6 - December 11, 2013
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
Planning for Succession Workshop Series, CCE - Monroe County
November 7 - December 12, 2013
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rochester, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
Planning for Succession Workshop Series, CCE - Wyoming County
November 7 - December 12, 2013
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
Academy for Dairy Executives
November 13 - November 14, 2013
noon to noon
Virgil, NY
The Academy for Dairy Executives is an educational opportunity for progressive dairy executives. The program is designed to provide dairy executives and agri-service personnel the opportunity to increase their knowledge of the leadership and management skills necessary to run a successful dairy in these volatile times. The Academy provides a forum for producers to learn and interact with each other and the presenters during three one-night sessions over 10 months.The program is designed to enhance understanding of the fast-changing dairy industry. By coming to this program, you will continue to develop the necessary leadership and business management skills to lead your dairy business into the future.
Feed Dealer's Meeting, CCE - Wyoming County
November 14, 2013
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
This meeting will have two different locations. CCE - Wyoming County and CCE-Ontario County
Feed Dealer's Meeting, CCE - Ontario County
November 14, 2013
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
This meeting will have two different locations. CCE - Wyoming County and CCE-Ontario County
Cover Cropping for Soil Health, Nutrient Management and Water Quality
November 14, 2013
9:15am-3:30pm
Big Flats, NY
This cover crop workshop features speakers from Cornell and Penn. State University, Pennsylvania No-till Alliance, USDA NRCS, Western NY Crop Management Association, local Farmers, and the Upper Susquehanna Coalition. Discussion and demonstrations of no-till and zone-till equipment and lessons learned on how to successfully use this equipment, will be conducted by a farmer panel and equipment dealers. A field tour of our cover crop demonstration plantings will be given in the morning which includes: time of seeding of several species and diverse cover crop mixes, over several dates.
4.0 CCA credits available.
FARM EXIT WORKSHOP
November 22, 2013
1 pm - 3 pm
Homer, NY
Featuring Dan Galusha, Consultant, Farm Credit
Considerations for Selling the Farm will be discussed:
- Tax Consequences and Liabilities
- Land contract vs deed title transfer
- Lease w/ option to buy
- After tax paid cash flow analysis
- Sale of personal residence
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Upcoming Events
Labor Roadshow IX
December 1, 2025
December 9 - December 10, 2025December 17 - December 18, 2025December 22, 2025
In-person and online events to keep NY's agricultural employers informed and prepared for today's labor challenges.
Inspired by Annie's: How to Be a Strong Woman Farm Manager
January 10, 2026
January 17, 2026
Free webinars geared towards women who own or operate a farm in NYS.
2026 Dairy Day
January 13, 2026 : Dairy Day - Hamilton
Hamilton, NY
Lunch included
January 14, 2026 : Dairy Day - Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa, NY
Lunch included
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