Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference




Event Details

Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference

Date

January 30 - January 31, 2026

Host

Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program


Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference



Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference

Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference

Virtual Option Available

This is the largest conference of its kind in New England and New York, bringing together over 300 farmers, graziers, educators, and service providers from across the Northeast. Over two days, we'll take a deep dive into topics specific to raising pasture-based livestock in our region, with sessions like:

•  Planning for the Future & Dancing with Mother Nature — Loren Poncia

•  Improving Persistence and Productivity of Hay Fields — Heather Darby

•  Don't Nap on Knapweed--Farmer Trials for Managing Knapweed in Pastures — Troy Bishopp

•  100% Grass Dairy Cost of Production & Management — Sarah Flack

•  Bale Grazing - Nutrient Management, Soil Health & Water Quality Considerations - Kirstin Workman 

  General Registration                                                                       Farmer Registration

Student Registration                                                                       Virtual Registration

We have scholarships - Apply Below:

With generous support from the Cedar Tree Foundation, we are pleased to be able to offer scholarships! Apply now to receive a grant to offset registration and a portion of event costs. 

A variety of scholarships are available to offset registration and lodging costs.

TO APPLY: Complete the following form and one of our conference organizers will follow up with more information.    Scholarship Application form

Explore the Conference Program:

Conference Agenda                             Speaker Highlights                               Sponsors & Vendors




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