Events - month view
earlier monthsOctober 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.
November 2015
Quality Forage Production
November 10 - November 19, 2015
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
This course is intended for people actively engaged in the cropping end of the dairy business. The course includes 4 lectures and 1 on-farm field day. We will start by discussing a systems approach to the farm management, and then delve into how to maximize quality and yield from management and nutrition perspective.
2015 Feed Dealer Seminar
November 16, 2015
6-9 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
2015 Feed Dealer Seminar
Money On The Table
November 19, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Ballston Spa, NY
"How Do the Pieces of the Puzzle Fit for 2016"
2015 Feed Dealers Seminar
November 19, 2015
Registration 5:30pm, Buffet dinner 6 pm, followed by program concluding at 9 pm
Cortland, NY
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, other consultants, extension educators, and dairy producers with specific interest in nutrition-oriented topics. They are designed to blend the latest concepts in feeding and other management aspects of dairies with field level application. They have been conducted annually as a road show with multiple sites in New York since the late 1940s and provide opportunities for educational programming with networking in the local regions.
Feed Dealer's Meeting
November 20, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Tis the season for the annual Feed Dealer's Meeting for industry personnel and area producers.
December 2015
Cornell Hops Conference & NeHA Annual Meeting
December 5, 2015
8:00am - 5:00pm
Morrisville, NY
Network with brewers, educators, hop growers, and prospective hop growers and learn the latest research at this annual conference and trade show. Register by November 23, 2015 at https://events.cornell.edu/event/cornell_hops_conference. For more information about the conference contact: Steve Miller at 315-684-3001 Ext. 127 or sgm6@cornell.edu or Sarah Ficken at 315-684-3001 Ext. 108 or sjs299@cornell.edu
Raising Your Bull Calves Can Add To Your Dairy Farm Profitability
December 7, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Albion, NY
If you are thinking about adding a new profitable enterprise to your dairy or beef operation, dairy beef production could be a natural fit.
Raising Your Bull Calves Can Add to Your Dairy Farm Profitability
December 7 - December 8, 2015
10am-2pm
If you are thinking about adding a new profitable enterprise to your dairy operation, dairy-beef production could be a natural fit.
Winter Dairy Management
December 9, 2015
10-3 pm
Binghamton, NY
2016 Winter Dairy Management will focus around Transition Cows, including Nutrition, Animal Behavior Considerations and Cow-side Care and Decision Making.
Tile Drainage Workshop
December 9, 2015
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sangerfield, NY
Tile drainage can improve the productivity and profitability of fields but needs to be done correctly and with minimal environmental impact. This workshop looks to increase the chance for success when installing and maintaining tile drainage while remaining within conservation compliance standards.
Calf & Heifer Congress - 2015 "Manage What Matters"
December 15 - December 16, 2015
Tuesday 12:30 - 9:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
The program will cover topics pertinent to replacement heifer management from birth to calving. An excellent slate of speakers and outstanding dairy producers will deliver practical information of interest to dairy producers, industry, extension personnel and college staff alike.
4th Annual Grain Marketing Meeting
December 17, 2015
6pm - 9pm
Homer, NY
Join us for the 4th Annual Grain Marketing Meeting - Thursday, December 17, 2015 from 6-9pm at Hobeau's Fireside Grill, 110 Route 281, Homer, NY 13077 with dinner, "Dutch Treat"
What can we do better in 2016? What's on the horizon?
How well did your marketing plan work for you in 2015?
Featured Topics:
• Marketing Outlook presented by Lansing Trade Group LLC , Grain Brokers
• Crop Budgets? What's in the Money?
• Corn and Beans- Production Challenges? High Yielding Varieties!
• Are Their Viable Crop Alternatives????
• How well did the implementation of your marketing plan go?
• Crop Insurance? Is it a good risk management tool for your business?
To pre-register (helpful for planning dinner) or more information call Janice at 607.391.2672 or email jgd3@cornell.edu
What can we do better in 2016? What's on the horizon?
How well did your marketing plan work for you in 2015?
Featured Topics:
• Marketing Outlook presented by Lansing Trade Group LLC , Grain Brokers
• Crop Budgets? What's in the Money?
• Corn and Beans- Production Challenges? High Yielding Varieties!
• Are Their Viable Crop Alternatives????
• How well did the implementation of your marketing plan go?
• Crop Insurance? Is it a good risk management tool for your business?
To pre-register (helpful for planning dinner) or more information call Janice at 607.391.2672 or email jgd3@cornell.edu
Grain Marketing Meeting for Sponsorship
December 17, 2015
6pm - 9pm
Homer, NY
Join us for the 4th Annual Grain Marketing Meeting - Thursday, December 17, 2015 from 6-9pm at Hobeau's Fireside Grill, 110 Route 281, Homer, NY 13077 with dinner, "Dutch Treat"
What can we do better in 2016? What's on the horizon?
How well did your marketing plan work for you in 2015?
Featured Topics:
• Marketing Outlook presented by Lansing Trade Group LLC , Grain Brokers
• Crop Budgets? What's in the Money?
• Corn and Beans- Production Challenges? High Yielding Varieties!
• Are Their Viable Crop Alternatives????
• How well did the implementation of your marketing plan go?
• Crop Insurance? Is it a good risk management tool for your business?
To pre-register (helpful for planning dinner) or more information call Janice at 607.391.2672 or email jgd3@cornell.edu
What can we do better in 2016? What's on the horizon?
How well did your marketing plan work for you in 2015?
Featured Topics:
• Marketing Outlook presented by Lansing Trade Group LLC , Grain Brokers
• Crop Budgets? What's in the Money?
• Corn and Beans- Production Challenges? High Yielding Varieties!
• Are Their Viable Crop Alternatives????
• How well did the implementation of your marketing plan go?
• Crop Insurance? Is it a good risk management tool for your business?
To pre-register (helpful for planning dinner) or more information call Janice at 607.391.2672 or email jgd3@cornell.edu
MeatSuite Workshop - Niagara Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Lockport, NY
Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
MeatSuite Workshop - Ontario Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
MeatSuite Workshop - Wyoming Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
Cover Crop Workshop: Succeeding in Western New York Climate
December 22, 2015
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Elba, NY
Farmers know that good soil health is increasingly important for weathering the rainfall and temperature extremes in our changing climate. They know that cover crops are important for good soil health but they aren't always able to get them established.This free event is sponsored by the newly formed Western New York Soil Health Alliance, a farmer-to-farmer network.
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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.