Events - month view
earlier monthsNovember 2018
Blueprint for Change ~ Navigating Dairy Decision Making ~ Norwich
November 1, 2018
12:30pm-3pm
Oneonta, NY
The Empire State Barley & Malt Summit!
November 1, 2018
Registration at 12-1 pm on December 12
Liverpool, NY
We are thrilled to announce that we're going to host our 2nd Empire State Barley and Malt Summit this December 2018! The Summit will bring together leaders in the New York State malting barley supply chain to provide:
- Research-based technical updates
- Best practices for success
- Supply-chain networking opportunities
Blueprint for Change: Planning for the Future of Your Dairy
November 2, 2018
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Binghamton, NY
BLUEPRINT FOR CHANGE - Navigating Dairy Decision Making
Topics Focused on small and midsized farms.
Topics Focused on small and midsized farms.
- Tools to Manage Change on Your Dairy
- Dairy Acceleration Program - Funding Assistance to Take Stock and Move Forward Through:
- Analyzing operating efficiencies to improve your bottom line
- Planning for growth to accommodate a junior partner in the business
- Position your business for a successful transfer
- Planning the layout of future structures on the farmstead
- Compare your financial performance to other dairies to identify strengths and opportunities for your business
- Planning and budgeting for environmental improvements
Farm Business Evaluation & Branching into New Business Opportunities
November 9 - November 16, 2018
Two-Part Course, November 9th & 16th, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Penn Yan, NY
This two-part course will cover how to evaluate the profitability of your operation, effective bookkeeping for farms, and how to evaluate risk and profit potential of new or expanded enterprises to your farm.
*CANCELLED* Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Cooperstown Location
November 19, 2018
6-8 pm
Cooperstown, NY
**This workshop has been cancelled**
Please consider attending one of the other six that are being offered.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Fonda Location
November 20, 2018
6-8 pm
Fonda, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Ballston Spa Location
November 26, 2018
6-8 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Basic Legal Agreements for Farm Business Management
November 27, 2018
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Owego, NY
Farmers interested in learning how legal agreements can strengthen their businesses are invited to attend this free workshop on Basic Legal Agreements for Farm Business Management. We are excited to host speaker Anna Richards from the Cornell University PRO-DAIRY program. Attendees will learn about different legal agreements that are commonly used in farm business management, with an emphasis on Operating Agreements for LLCs.
How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License
November 27, 2018
10am-1pm
Plattsburgh, NY
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Morrisville Location
November 27, 2018
6-8 pm
Morrisville, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Herkimer Location
November 28, 2018
6-8 pm
Herkimer, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Cobleskill Location
November 29, 2018
6-8 pm
Cobleskill, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
December 2018
Swine 101
December 1, 2018
9:30am - 12:30pm
Speaker presentation followed by a panel discussion with experienced local pig producers.
Determining Rental Rates on the Farm~Norwich Location
December 5, 2018
6-8 pm
Norwich, NY
This program is designed to assist producers in determining fair rental rates on their farms from collected data in surrounding farms/ counties.
Central New York Beef Producers Fall Feeder Calf Sale
December 7, 2018
2-2:30 pm
Cooperstown, NY
The next CNY Beef Producer Sale (tele-auction) will be Friday, December 7, 2018. December 15 will be the cattle pick-up date.
Beef Producers Workshop
December 7, 2018
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Canton, NY
Dairy Girl Network - Farm Finance Basics
December 10, 2018
11 am - 2 pm
Cortlandville, NY
Mary Kate Wheeler from the South Central New York Regional Team will review key principles of farm business management.
Cost is $5.00
For more information or to RSVP, contact Melanie Palmer (315) 424-9485 or mjp232@cornell.edu or Sarah Ficken (315) 684-3001 or sjs299@cornell.edu
Please RSVP by December 4
2018 Feed Dealers Seminar
December 10, 2018
6-9pm
Cortland, NY
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, crop and management 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 for many years with an additional Vermont location held during the past several years in collaboration with the Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance.
SPEAKERS
• Tom Overton, Ph.D., Professor of Dairy Management and Director, PRO-DAIRY program, Cornell University
• Dr. Kristan Reed, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Dairy Cattle Nutrition and Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance Partners Sesquicentennial Faculty Fellow
Topics:
- Maximizing milk fat on the dairy
- RuMUNations on nitrogen efficiency (aka, Strategies for assessing and improving nitrogen efficiency through the entire lactation)
SPEAKERS
• Tom Overton, Ph.D., Professor of Dairy Management and Director, PRO-DAIRY program, Cornell University
• Dr. Kristan Reed, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Dairy Cattle Nutrition and Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance Partners Sesquicentennial Faculty Fellow
Topics:
- Maximizing milk fat on the dairy
- RuMUNations on nitrogen efficiency (aka, Strategies for assessing and improving nitrogen efficiency through the entire lactation)
2018 Feed Dealer Seminar
December 11, 2018
1-4 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
2018 Feed Dealer Seminar
Empire State Barley and Malt Summit
December 12 - December 13, 2018
Noon-8 pm day one, 7:30 am - 4 pm day two
Liverpool, NY
The Summit will bring together leaders in the New York State malting barley supply chain to provide:
- Research-based technical updates
- Best practices for success
- Supply-chain networking opportunities
The Empire State Barley & Malt Summit!
December 12 - December 13, 2018
Registration at 12-1 pm on December 12
Liverpool, NY
We are thrilled to announce that we're going to host our 2nd Empire State Barley and Malt Summit this December 2018! The Summit will bring together leaders in the New York State malting barley supply chain to provide:
- Research-based technical updates
- Best practices for success
- Supply-chain networking opportunities
2018 Feed Dealer Seminar with guest speakers Dr. Tom Overton and Dr. Kristan Reed, Ph.D.
December 14, 2018
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with lunch provided
Batavia, NY
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, crop and management 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 for many years with an additional Vermont location held during the past several years in collaboration with the Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance.
Succession Planning Kickoff Seminar for Farm Businesses
December 14, 2018
8 am registration and trade show, meeting 9 am - 3 pm
East Syracuse, NY
The Cornell University PRO-DAIRY program, the South Central NY Dairy & Field Crop Team, Central New York Dairy & Livestock Team, NY FarmNet, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga and Herkimer Counties are excited to be hosting the 2nd annual Farm Business Succession Kickoff Seminar on December 14th, 2018, in Syracuse, NY.
Succession Planning Kickoff Seminar for Farm Businesses
December 14, 2018
9:00am-3:00pm
East Syracuse, NY
The Cornell University PRO-DAIRY program, the South Central NY Dairy & Field Crop Team, Central New York Dairy & Livestock Team, NY FarmNet, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga and Herkimer Counties are excited to be hosting the 2nd annual Farm Business Succession Kickoff Seminar on December 14th, 2018, in Syracuse, NY.
January 2019
NYCO Winter Meetings
January 8, 2019
10am - 2 pm
Geneva, NY
Presentation by Tomasz B. Falkowski, Ph.D of the Cornell University Horticulture Department
Farmer Panel: Mike and Karen Hooper of Memphis, N.Y., and Ben and Kate Wittemore of Candor, N.Y. Will share their experiences with bedded back barn.
Fay Benson, Cornell Small Dairy Specialist will review bedded pack design concerns and resources he has collected over the years.
No cost, no need to register! Please bring a dish to pass at the potluck lunch.
For more information, contact Fay Benson, (607) 391-2699, afb3@cornell.edu
Raising Beef Dairy Crosses
January 8 - January 9, 2019
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua and Warsaw, NY
The NWNY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team is planning two evening meetings to learn more about the opportunities and challenges with raising dairy crossbred calves.
Corn Congress - Batavia Location
January 9, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Please join the NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crop Program's team for our annual Corn Congress. DEC re-certification points and Certified Crop Adviser credits available, so bring your picture ID. Lunch is included. Hear from program-related professionals and visit with our sponsoring vendors. Register Now!
QuickBooks for Farmers and Growers
January 9 - January 30, 2019
10am - 12pm on January 9, 16, 23 & 30
Cortland, NY
QuickBooks is the most used bookkeeping software for small businesses. With QuickBooks you can save time recording transactions and know where you stand financially every day. Learn how to set up QuickBooks for your farm business from the beginning. In this 4-part series you will learn:
- Basic accounting concepts and reports
- How to set up a Chart of Accounts to fit your farm operation
- Invoicing and Cash Receipts
- Recording and Paying Purchases and Expenses
- Reconciling Accounts
- Production and Analysis of Financial Statements
Corn Congress - Waterloo Location
January 10, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
Please join the NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crop Program's team for our annual Corn Congress. DEC re-certification points and Certified Crop Adviser credits available, so bring your picture ID. Lunch is included. Hear from program-related professionals and visit with our sponsoring vendors. Register Now!
2019 Becker Forum - Farm Labor: Planning for the Future
January 14, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Liverpool, NY
Registration fee is $95 for the first person and $85 for additional registrants from the same organization until January 5, 2019. After January 5, registration is $120/person.
For a complete agenda and to register: http://nysvga.org/expo/information/
or email: nysvegetablegrowers@gmail.com
Becker Forum
January 14, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Liverpool, NY
Farm Labor: Farm Employment Practices, Planning for the Future
Federal labor policy, sexual harassment law compliance, employee housing management, financing and managing farm worker housing, updates from the NY Departments of Labor and Health, and more.
Dairy Day 2019
January 15 - January 16, 2019
10-3pm
Burrville, NY
Dairy Alternatives Meeting ~ Morrisville
January 16, 2019
11am - 2:30pm
Morrisville, NY
Thinking of raising dairy replacements or beef cattle?
Dairy Alternatives Meeting ~ Fonda
January 17, 2019
Fonda, NY
Thinking of raising dairy replacements or beef cattle?
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
January 17, 2019
8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. $25 includes lunch and a manual
WARSAW, NY
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This 8-hour training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to appropriate care. Register online here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/MentalHealthFirstAidTraining_10508 or email lma96@cornell.edu.
Dairy Managers Discussion Group: Session I
January 17, 2019
Noon lunch, followed by discussion 1-3 pm
Cortland, NY
Genomic Testing and Strategies to Improve Herd Genetics, Dr. Michele Barrett-Zoetis
RSVP to Shannon Myers: (607) 391-2662 or srm242@cornell.edu
Questions to Betsy Hicks: (607) 391-2673 or bjh246@cornell.edu
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Otsego County
January 18, 2019
1-3 pm
Cooperstown, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
NYBPA Winter Management Meeting- "Dairy cross bred calf - opportunity for the dairy & beef industry"
January 18, 2019
9:45 a.m. Welcome - 5:00 p.m. Adjournment
East Syracuse, NY
On January 18, 2018 in Syracuse, the New York Beef Producer's Association is presenting a day-long session on the cross bred dairy calf. Speakers will include farmers and extension professionals with experience in this field. The keynote speaker will be from Wulf Genetics working with Genex to supply beef bulls of various breeds to use on Jersey and Holstein cows. To date they have raised and finished over 50,000 cross bred calves. Plan to spend the day and learn about how this enterprise may fit in your dairy operation to provide another source of cash flow. For more information, please contact Brenda Bippert, NYBPA Executive Secretary, nybeefproducers@aol.com, (716) 902-4305, or http://www.nybpa.org/abwc.htm
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Herkimer County
January 21, 2019
1-3 pm
Little Falls, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Saratoga County
January 22, 2019
1-3 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Chenango County
January 23, 2019
1-3 pm
Norwich, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Madison County
January 24, 2019
1-3 pm
Morrisville, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Schoharie County
January 25, 2019
1-3 pm
Cobleskill, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
Growing A Profitable Woodlot
January 26, 2019
10am - 2pm
Georgetown, NY
Growing a Profitable Woodlot, Saturday January 26, 2019, 10am-2pm
Cost is $10 per person and includes a pancake and sausage lunch at Many Maples!
Are you looking to derive value from your woodlot? Are you looking to diversify your farm operation?
Do you want to use your woodlot to its full potential?
Please be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear as we will be going on a
woods walk during the class.
TO REGISTER:
https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/growingaprofitablewoodlot_225
OR Sarah (315)684-3001 Ext. 108 | sjs299@cornell.edu
https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/growingaprofitablewoodlot_225
OR Sarah (315)684-3001 Ext. 108 | sjs299@cornell.edu
Field Crop Pest Management Meeting ~ Fulton/Montgomery Counties
January 28, 2019
1-3 pm
Fonda, NY
Register now for Field Crop Pest Management Meetings!
**CANCELLED**Understanding EPDs for Beef Cattle
January 28, 2019
4-6 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Expected Progeny Difference(EPDs) are a great tool in your tool box when it comes to selecting genetics for your herd.
Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow II
January 28 - January 31, 2019
9:00am-4:00pm
If you have employees, then you need to be at the NY Labor Road Show II.
2019 Winter Crop Meeting
January 29, 2019
9:15 Registration and Trade show, 9:55 -3:30 pm Program
Ithaca, NY
Topics & Speakers:
• Know Your Yields! Importance of Accurate Yield Record for (Nitrogen) Management of Corn - Dr. Quirrine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management SPEAR Program, and Karl Czymmek, PRO-DAIRY
• Evaluating Progress in Alfalfa and Grass Quality Management - Dr. Jerry Cherney Crops and Soil Section in the School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
• Crop Insurance Update: Dairy Revenue Protection - Fay Benson, Extension Educator
• 2018 Silage Variety Trial Results - Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist
• No-Till Famer Panel
• Corn Insert Management Updates: CRW, WBC & Nematodes - Dr. Elson Shields, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University
• Know Your Yields! Importance of Accurate Yield Record for (Nitrogen) Management of Corn - Dr. Quirrine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management SPEAR Program, and Karl Czymmek, PRO-DAIRY
• Evaluating Progress in Alfalfa and Grass Quality Management - Dr. Jerry Cherney Crops and Soil Section in the School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
• Crop Insurance Update: Dairy Revenue Protection - Fay Benson, Extension Educator
• 2018 Silage Variety Trial Results - Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist
• No-Till Famer Panel
• Corn Insert Management Updates: CRW, WBC & Nematodes - Dr. Elson Shields, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University
Academy of Dairy Executives
January 30 - January 31, 2019
Session 2: January 30-31, Best Western, Canton
Session 3: March 27-28, Harbor Hotel, Clayton
Ag Labor Road Show
January 30, 2019
9:00am - 4:00pm
Syracuse, NY
Experts from farms, private industry and Cornell University will focus on critical topics that affect all farm employers including: employee housing, onboarding, sexual harassment prevention, employee engagement, safety, wage and hour laws, and worker care.
Hosted by the Ag Workforce Development Council.
23rd Annual North Country Crop Congress & Agribusiness Trade Show
January 31, 2019
10-3pm
Watertown, NY
Labor Road Show II - Canandaigua ***CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER/TRAVEL ADVISORY** *
January 31, 2019
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Canandaigua, NY
If you have employees, then you need to be at the New York Labor Road Show II. Experts from farms, private industry and the university will focus on critical topics that affect all farm employers including: employee housing, onboarding, sexual harassment prevention, employee engagement , safety, wage and hour laws, and worker care.
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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.