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September 2019

Corn Silage Harvest Strategy: One Chance to Get it Right

September 3, 2019
1-3pm
Lowville, NY

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Albion NY

September 3, 2019
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Albion, NY

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Albion NY
Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Are you prepared to set your operation up for success? 

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Clifton Springs, NY

September 3, 2019
9:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Springs, NY

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Clifton Springs, NY
Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Are you prepared to set your operation up for success? 

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Bliss NY

September 4, 2019
10:00am to Noon
Bliss, NY

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Bliss NY
Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Are you prepared to set your operation up for success? 

**CANCELLED**Beef Quality Assurance Training

September 5, 2019
6:00 pm
Cobleskill, NY

Beef Quality Assurance "BQA" Training-CANCELLED

Visit the Farm Day

September 14, 2019
10:30am - 2:30pm
Conewango Valley, NY

Visit the Farm Day
CCE-Chautauqua is looking for volunteers from the agricultural community for this well-attended event!

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Penn Yan

September 17, 2019
10:00am to Noon
Penn Yan, NY

2019 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshop - Penn Yan
Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Are you prepared to set your operation up for success? 

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Rushford

September 18, 2019
11am - 1pm
Rushford, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Rushford

Cancelled due to low registrations (and excellent crop weather)!


NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Regulations -
Are You in Compliance?
Attend any of our upcoming discussions to learn more about the rules and regulations affecting
employers (including farms) that go into effect on October 9th, 2019!

Introduction to Poultry

September 18, 2019
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lowville, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Randolph

September 19, 2019
11am - 1pm
Randolph, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Randolph
NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Regulations - Are You in Compliance?
Attend any of our upcoming discussions to learn more about the rules and regulations affecting
employers (including farms) that go into effect on October 9th, 2019!

Ontario County Fun on the Farm

September 21, 2019
11:00 am- 4:00 pm
Seneca Castle, NY

Ontario County Fun on the Farm
Fun on the Farm works to educate non-farm public and our neighbors about agriculture around them. It is fun and educational.

Fun on the Farm attracts thousands of people and gives us the opportunity to communicate to the community the benefits of the agricultural production in Ontario County, the state, and the nation.

The event is free! There are many agricultural products that are available to be sampled. It is the perfect place to try that product you have seen in the store but didn't want to commit to purchasing.

Food is available to purchase for lunch. It is provided by a local service group.

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Eden - Cancelled

September 24, 2019
11am - 1pm
Eden, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Eden - Cancelled
Cancelled due to low registrations! 
NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Regulations - Are You in Compliance?
Attend any of our upcoming discussions to learn more about the rules and regulations affecting
employers (including farms) that go into effect on October 9th, 2019!

Integrated Parasite Management for Goats and Sheep ~ Includes FAMACHA Training

September 24, 2019
12 noon-5:00pm
Ballston Spa, NY

Internal parasites are one of the largest health issues that affect sheep and goats across the country. A lot of producers are unaware how important it is to understand parasites in their flocks. 

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Cooperstown

September 24, 2019
6-8 pm
Cooperstown, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

Bovine Reproduction and AI Training Course

September 24 - September 25, 2019
9:30am - 3:30pm
Shortsville, NY

Bovine Reproduction and AI Training Course
**CLASS IS FULL**

This two-day AI workshop will be held on September 24 and 25. 

Topics covered will include:

• Reproductive Physiology
• Synchronization Protocols
• Heat Detection
• Artificial Insemination
• Proper Thawing of Semen
• Loading A.I. guns
• Practice Breeding Cows

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Bath

September 25, 2019
11am - 1pm
Bath, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Bath
Cancelled due to low registrations! 
NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Regulations - Are You in Compliance?
Attend any of our upcoming discussions to learn more about the rules and regulations affecting
employers (including farms) that go into effect on October 9th, 2019!

Evaluating Markets for Your Ag Business

September 25, 2019
12-3pm or 6-8pm
Watertown, NY

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Morrisville

September 26, 2019
6-8 pm
Morrisville, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Fonda

September 30, 2019
6-8 pm
Fonda, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

October 2019

Crops, Cows, and Critters - Steuben County CCE Speaker Series - CANCELLED

October 2, 2019
6pm - 8pm
Canisteo, NY

Crops, Cows, and Critters - Steuben County CCE Speaker Series - CANCELLED
EVENT CANCELLED

Learn more about the new SWNYDLFC Program and how they support our farming community at Steuben County CCE's Speaker Series.

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Clymer

October 3, 2019
11am - 12:30pm
Clymer, NY

Sexual Harassment Prevention Discussion - Clymer
NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Regulations - Are You in Compliance?
Attend any of our upcoming discussions to learn more about the rules and regulations affecting
employers (including farms) that go into effect on October 9th, 2019!

Beef Quality Assurance Transportation Training - Pavilion, NY

October 8, 2019
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pavilion, NY

Beef Quality Assurance Transportation Training - Pavilion, NY
The checkoff-funded Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program has launched a new training and certification program for cattle transportation. The program, known as Beef Quality Assurance Transportation (BQAT), provides cattle producers and haulers with comprehensive training based on their roles in the cattle industry. 

Beef Quality Assurance Training

October 12, 2019
10am - 3pm
West Valley, NY

Beef Quality Assurance Training
Beef Quality Assurance is a national program that provides training to beef and dairy cattle producers in food safety, proper cattle handling techniques, handling of animal health products, injection sites, and record keeping. All beef producers are welcome to participate in this BQA Certification training to be held in Cattaraugus County.

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Morrisville

October 15, 2019
6-8 pm
Morrisville, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

Dairy Marketing Meet, Greet & Discussion

October 15 - October 16, 2019
Various

Dairy Marketing Meet, Greet & Discussion
Christopher Wolf has joined the faculty in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University. He will be providing leadership to the program on Dairy Markets and Policy at the University. Andy Novakovic, who currently leads the program and will be retiring.

Come meet with Chris & Andy at one of three meet & greet opportunities:
  • Tuesday, October 15, 1:00 pm, BW's, Pavilion
  • Tuesday, October 15, 6:00 pm, Chanderson's, Yorkshire
  • Wednesday, October 16, 10:30 am, Dutch Village, Clymer

Introduction to Sheep & Goats

October 16, 2019
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Watertown, NY

CANCELED - Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training - Penn Yan, NY

October 19, 2019
10:00AM - 1:00PM
Penn Yan, NY

CANCELED - Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training - Penn Yan, NY
Becoming BQA certified allows you to share your story and ensure consumers that you are responsibly raising safe, wholesome and healthy beef. 

Dairy Day

October 28, 2019
10-3pm
Lowville, NY 13367, NY

January 3rd - Bruston-Moira Legion
January 22nd - Lowville Elks
January 24th - Watertown Elks

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Cobleskill

October 29, 2019
6-8 pm
Cobleskill, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Herkimer

October 30, 2019
6-8 pm
Herkimer, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

November 2019

Should the Beef Industry be Concerned About Johne's?

November 5, 2019
6:30-8pm
Morrisville, NY

Johne's disease is a chronic, incurable bacterial infection that primarily affects the lower small intestine of ruminants.

BQA Training

November 8, 2019
6-9 pm
Unadilla, NY

Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training - Newfane, NY

November 9, 2019
10:00AM - 1:00PM
Newfane, NY

Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training - Newfane, NY
Becoming BQA certified allows you to share your story and ensure consumers that you are responsibly raising safe, wholesome and healthy beef. 

Sheep and Goat Nutrition 101

November 12, 2019
5:30-7:30 pm
Norwich, NY

**Registration is Full**
Come join us for an informational sheep and goat talk regarding nutrition. 

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Homer, NY

November 12, 2019
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Homer, NY

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Homer, NY
Milk Quality Management in AMS systems will be our first topic, with future discussion group topics to include: lameness and cow comfort, milk production, AMS daily task efficiency, and AMS maintenance. 

Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Homer, NY

November 12, 2019
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Homer, NY

Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Homer, NY
Milk Quality Management in AMS systems will be our first topic, with future discussion group topics to include: lameness and cow comfort, milk production, AMS daily task efficiency, and AMS maintenance.

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Ellicottville, NY

November 13, 2019
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Ellicottville, NY

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Ellicottville, NY
Milk Quality Management in AMS systems will be our first topic, with future discussion group topics to include: lameness and cow comfort, milk production, AMS daily task efficiency, and AMS maintenance. 

Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Ellicottville, NY

November 13, 2019
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Ellicottville, NY

Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Ellicottville, NY
Milk Quality Management in AMS systems will be our first topic, with future discussion group topics to include: lameness and cow comfort, milk production, AMS daily task efficiency, and AMS maintenance. 

Adding Value with Food: A Workshop for Food Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2019
9:30am - 4:00pm
Malone, NY

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Mount Morris, NY

November 14, 2019
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Mount Morris, NY

*NEW* Automated Milking System (AMS) Management Discussion Group - Mount Morris, NY
Milk Quality Management in AMS systems will be our first topic, with future discussion group topics to include: lameness and cow comfort, milk production, AMS daily task efficiency, and AMS maintenance. 

Sexual Harassment "Train the Trainer" Evening ~ Ballston Spa

November 14, 2019
6-8 pm
Ballston Spa, NY

 Is your farm ready for the *NEW* NYS Sexual Harassment Law Requirements? 

New York Labor Roadshow III

November 18 - November 22, 2019
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

New York Labor Roadshow III
Major changes are coming for farm employment laws in New York. The Ag Workforce Development Council is organizing Labor Roadshow III to help farms learn about the changes and adapt their businesses for success.

Labor Road Show III

November 18 - November 22, 2019
8:30am - 4:00pm

Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow III

November 18 - November 22, 2019
8:30am-4:00pm

Major changes are coming for farm employment laws in New York.

Info Session on the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act

November 21, 2019
1:00-2:00pm
Binghamton, NY

Info Session on the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act
This free info session will provide details about the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act, which takes effect on January 1, 2020. Representatives from NYSDOL will be present to answer questions and discuss how the changes will affect scheduling, payment of wages, and recordkeeping for ag employers.


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Upcoming Events

Farm to School Summit

November 20 - November 22, 2024 : Farm to School Summit
Syracuse, NY

Please join us at the inaugural NY Farm to School Summit, on November 20-22, 2024, at the Syracuse Oncenter.

View Farm to School Summit Details

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.

View Labor Roadshow VIII Details

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!

View 2025 Dairy Day Details

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.
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)
  • 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?"

Take the survey here.


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.


Spotted Lanternfly

Lycorma delicatula, or Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), is an invasive plant hopper from Asia and is an agricultural pest. In the United States, it was first found in Pennsylvania in 2014. Spotted Lanternfly has been found in New York State on Staten Island, all New York City boroughs, Long Island, Port Jervis, Sloatsburg, Orangeburg, Ithaca, Binghamton, Middletown, Newburgh, Highland, and the Buffalo area. SLF threatens the agriculture and forestry industries, and is also a nuisance pest. The nymphs and adults feed on over 70 different plants, but is especially detrimental to grapes, a black walnut, hops, maple trees and apples. New York State Ag and Markets supported CCE efforts to help bring awareness to communities and we developed this Public Service Announcement and would appreciate you sharing it with your member lists. 



CCE Livestock Program Work Team

See the Livestock Program Work Team website for news, upcoming programs, and NYS Slaughterhouse Map.

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