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Forage Production Series
March 2 - March 16, 2021
10:00am - 12:00pm March 2, 4, 9, 11, & 16
This series provides five two-hour session on a broad array of topics related to forages. From forage fertility, to interseeding rye, we have something for everyone with an interest in forages. Speakers from Penn State Extension, USDA ARS, and industry partners will be speaking during this series to provide participants with quality information and education.
Pasture Prep: Virtual Ruminations for your 2021 Grazing Program
March 2 - April 6, 2021
12pm
CCE SWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops and SCNY Dairy and Field Crops teams are excited to offer a grazing series with an emphasis on dairy herds, but all grazers are welcome! Join us VIRTUALLY for a 6 week series on unique topics around grazing.
This series will be offered every Tuesday starting March 2, 2021 at Noon EST.
Our last session on April 6, 2021 will be a panel discussion at 7pm with our series presenters. Presenters will include Betsy Hicks, Alycia Drwencke, and Mary-Kate MacKenzie with CCE, Troy Bishop, Upper Susquehanna Coalition Regional Grassland Conservation Professional, Sam Corcoran with UMass Extension, Jeff Wheeler and Dr. George Dawson with Diamond V, and Don Burkhard.
This series will be offered every Tuesday starting March 2, 2021 at Noon EST.
Our last session on April 6, 2021 will be a panel discussion at 7pm with our series presenters. Presenters will include Betsy Hicks, Alycia Drwencke, and Mary-Kate MacKenzie with CCE, Troy Bishop, Upper Susquehanna Coalition Regional Grassland Conservation Professional, Sam Corcoran with UMass Extension, Jeff Wheeler and Dr. George Dawson with Diamond V, and Don Burkhard.
Navigating Grants for Urban Agriculture in New York State Webinar
March 3, 2021
12pm - 1:30pm
A free webinar on Navigating Grants for Urban Agriculture in New York State is set for March 3. Learn from federal, state and non-profit grant making experts on the steps to apply for competitive funding opportunities in urban agriculture projects. Topics will include navigating grant websites, writing tips and examples of successful grant applications.
2021 Winter Lunchtime Grazing Series
March 4 - April 29, 2021
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join Rich Toebe of CCE Delaware for a series of lunchtime pasture management talks. These free meetings will cover basic pasture management topics for both the beginning and advanced grazier. Each session starts with a short presentation, followed by a facilitated roundtable discussion.
USDA Resources for Beginning Farmers in New York State
March 4 - February 4, 2021
12pm - 2pm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Beginning Farmer Team in New York will offer a free webinar on USDA Resources for Beginning Farmers in New York State on March 4th from 12 - 2 pm.
2021 Spring Pasture Management Classes - All About Frost Seeding
March 4, 2021
6:30pm-7:30pm
Frost seeding can improve pastures. Josh will be discussing why, when, and how to frost seed, including seed types and volumes, establishment areas, cropping decisions, and fertility considerations.
Getting Started with Chickens
March 4, 2021
6pm - 8pm
Are you new to raising chickens? Learn how to select, house, and care for small flocks of chickens. In this class, you will get an overview of how to navigate your town's rules and regulations for backyard chicken flocks, how to get started with egg layers or broilers (meat birds), and how to choose the bird that is right for you. We will also cover portable chicken coops and protecting your birds from weather and predators. Whether you're interested in raising a few chickens in your backyard or starting your own chicken-based enterprise, this class will cover it all.
"Silvopasturing as a Strategy to Enhance Grazing Systems in New England"
March 9, 2021
7pm - 8pm
Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation's (MFBF's) Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) committee is sponsoring a webinar on March 9 at 7 p.m. covering silvopasturing as a strategy to enhance grazing systems in New England. Speaker, Brett, Chedzoy, will share personal experiences on how silvopasturing has benefited family ranching operations in western New York and central Argentina to improve the land and welfare of their livestock, while also improving the bottom line.
Virtual Steuben County Crop Symposium 2021
March 9, 2021
9:30am-12pm
Join Field Crops Specialist, Josh Putman, and CCE Steuben's Agriculture Educator, Ariel Kirk, for a virtual edition of this year's pesticide recertification course.
Palmer amaranth is one of the most problematic weed species in the United States. Its biology and ability to become resistant to multiple classes of herbicides make this weed very difficult to control. We will discuss biology, identification methods, closely related species, and management tools for this newly found weed species in Southwest New York. In addition, we will discuss research being conducted at Cornell University on weeds like marestail and waterhemp.
Palmer amaranth is one of the most problematic weed species in the United States. Its biology and ability to become resistant to multiple classes of herbicides make this weed very difficult to control. We will discuss biology, identification methods, closely related species, and management tools for this newly found weed species in Southwest New York. In addition, we will discuss research being conducted at Cornell University on weeds like marestail and waterhemp.
2021 Spring Pasture Management Classes - Designing Your Grazing System for 2021 and Beyond
March 11, 2021
6:30pm-7:30pm
In this class, Amy will explore the facets of developing a grazing plan including considerations surrounding field conditions, pasture species, livestock species, grazing intensity, watering systems, and fencing considerations.
Beginner Hay and Pasture School
March 11, 2021
7-9pm
Join the North Country Regional Ag Team as they share information on forage crop management, specifically hay and pastures. Topics covered will include: Nutritional Forage Quality Goals, Forage Sampling & Interpreting Forage Analysis, Basics of Grazing & Hay Making, and Pasture & Hay Field Renovation, Reclaiming Old Fields.
Direct Marketing Beef Series - Adding Value to Your Marketing Display
March 11, 2021
7:00pm - 8:00pm
The year 2020 has maintained a strong demand for beef. Many consumers are turning to local farms to meet this demand. Jean, O'Toole, Executive Director of the New York Beef Council, will be leading a series of 3 webinars to share tips for best practices for marketing your farm and beef direct to consumers. This is the second installment of the series, "Adding Value to Your Marketing Display".
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Reproductive Management Online Courses
March 12 - April 30, 2021
Taught in English and Spanish
Course Summary
This course will provide students with fundamental knowledge to understand and manage an effective dairy reproductive program. Cornell University faculty and PRO-DAIRY staff will cover key topics, including Anatomy and Physiology, Synchronization Protocols, Breeding Strategies, A.I. Techniques, Monitoring Reproductive Programs, and Heifer Reproduction Management.
Two courses are offered, covering the same content. One will be taught exclusively in English and one will be taught exclusively in Spanish.
Course Summary
This course will provide students with fundamental knowledge to understand and manage an effective dairy reproductive program. Cornell University faculty and PRO-DAIRY staff will cover key topics, including Anatomy and Physiology, Synchronization Protocols, Breeding Strategies, A.I. Techniques, Monitoring Reproductive Programs, and Heifer Reproduction Management.
Two courses are offered, covering the same content. One will be taught exclusively in English and one will be taught exclusively in Spanish.
Empire Sheep Producers Association 2021 Annual Meeting
March 15, 2021
6:00pm
Empire Sheep Producers Association 2021 Annual Meeting will be held via Zoom on Monday March 15, 2021, beginning at 6 pm. All ESPA members, other sheep producers, and people affiliated with NYS's sheep industry are invited to attend. Speakers include Heather Pearce, a wool production and specialty markets consultant for the American Sheep Industry Association (ASI), and Dana Havas, Agriculture Team Leader, Cornell Cooperative Extension Cortland County. Heather will talk about wool marketing and managing your flock for quality wool; and will offer updates from ASI on services available to members and issues that the organization is addressing. Dana will speak about the new Cornell Program Work Team (PWT) for animal fiber, which is developing programming and educational opportunities, and identifying areas of research, that will improve the welfare of the NYS animal fiber community and its stakeholders. Thonney and tatiana Stanton from Cornell University sheep program will provide updates, as well.
FARM DISASTER PREPARATION CERTIFICATE TRAINING
March 16 - March 18, 2021
6:30pm - 9:00pm
CCE will host a Farm Disaster Preparation program to help farm owners plan for and manage disasters that might occur. This program focuses on practical pre-disaster education and preparedness, regarding farm equipment safety on the road, fire or structure collapse, storm and wind damage, criminal activity, farm chemical risks and biosecurity. Farms that complete the Farm Disaster Preparation training will receive a certificate to provide to their insurer and may be eligible for a credit or discount toward the farm's annual insurance premium. The value of the credit or discount will vary according to individual policies and policyholder circumstances but can be up to a 10 percent discount.
OSU Extension Small Ruminant Webinar Series - Weaning, Sorting, and Selling Lambs, Kids, Spent Stock
March 16, 2021
7:00pm
Members of the OSU Sheep Team will offer strategies for weaning lambs/kids and preparing them for joining the breeding flock or entering the meat processing chain. Also included will be examples of marketing strategies and determining what to do with ewes/does and rams/bucks that are no longer meeting breeding needs of the flock/herd.
MU Sembrador Huerta Familiar Sostenible
March 17 - June 9, 2021
The webinar series will be delivered in Spanish using the Zoom platform. The series will cover topics related to sustainable vegetable gardening, soil fertility, pest management, health & nutrition benefits of gardening, vegetable preservation, leadership & community integration, and considerations/challenges of transitioning to commercial production.
El seminario en línea se impartirá en español utilizando la plataforma Zoom. El seminario cubrirá temas ralacionados al cultivo sostenible de vegetales en huertas, fertiliad de suelos, manejo de pestes, beneficios nutricionales y a la salud, preservación de vegetales, liderazgo e integración comunitaria, y consideraciones/desafíos de la transición a la producción comercial.
MU Sembrador Huerta Familiar Sostenible
March 17 - June 19, 2021
7:30 - 9:00 PM EST
The webinar series will be delivered in Spanish using the Zoom platform. The series will cover topics related to sustainable vegetable gardening, soil fertility, pest management, health & nutrition benefits of gardening, vegetable preservation, leadership & community integration, and considerations/challenges of transitioning to commercial production.
El seminario en línea se impartirá en español utilizando la plataforma Zoom. El seminario cubrirá temas ralacionados al cultivo sostenible de vegetales en huertas, fertiliad de suelos, manejo de pestes, beneficios nutricionales y a la salud, preservación de vegetales, liderazgo e integración comunitaria, y consideraciones/desafíos de la transición a la producción comercial.
El seminario en línea se impartirá en español utilizando la plataforma Zoom. El seminario cubrirá temas ralacionados al cultivo sostenible de vegetales en huertas, fertiliad de suelos, manejo de pestes, beneficios nutricionales y a la salud, preservación de vegetales, liderazgo e integración comunitaria, y consideraciones/desafíos de la transición a la producción comercial.
2021 Spring Pasture Management Classes - Rotational Grazing Management
March 18, 2021
6:30pm-7:30pm
Join Amy for tips on how to build a grazing calendar from the bottom up. Learn about stocking densities, rest times, measuring forage availability, and how to keep paddocks healthy and productive.
Advanced Hay and Pasture School
March 18, 2021
7-9pm
Join the North Country Regional Ag Team as they share information on forage crop management, specifically hay and pastures.
Topics covered will include:
- 2020 Drought
- Buying and Selling Hay
- Pasture/Land Rental/Custom Rates
7th Annual I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course
March 23, 2021
11am - 4pm EST
The I-29 Moo University Collaboration will host the 7th annual Dairy Beef Short Course online, March 23rd. The presenters will provide insight into factors influencing dairy beef performance as well as an outlook for the future of production. Topics include nutrition & implants, employee influence on cattle performance, understanding what influences your return on investment, and consumer trends to optimize market opportunities.
How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License
March 23, 2021
1pm - 4pm
Thinking about becoming a certified pesticide applicator in New York? This online program will cover the basics of who needs a pesticide license, license types, examination procedures, and important information to know for the test. We will incorporate interactive practice questions and activities within the program to test participant knowledge in preparation for the exam.
Flock Talks: Brooding and Rearing Basics: Backyard Laying Hens for Beginners
March 24, 2021
12:00pm - 1:00pm and 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join CCE specialists, Cornell faculty, and industry experts as they discuss timely poultry topics inspired by community requests, ranging from beginning to advanced content. Meetings will be hosted on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 12pm - 1pm and from 7pm - 8pm. A short presentation will be shared, followed by ample time for questions and discussion. The talks are free to attend, and pre-registration is required. This month's talk is Brooding and Rearing Basics: Backyard Laying Hens for Beginners.
Understanding Eligibility Requirements for NRCS and FSA Programs
March 24, 2021
12pm - 1pm
A free, open conversation with USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) staff about how to get started with USDA. Including understanding and navigating the eligibility requirements and paperwork involved in applying for FSA and NRCS programs and loans.
Developing Your Small Scale Swine Enterprise
March 29, 2021
6:00pm - 8:00pm
This webinar was designed for small-scale pig producers who are looking to expand their swine enterprise to become more efficient and sustainable in their production of pigs and the marketing of pork products. This free webinar will introduce growers to the most common swine production systems, how to match your current resources to your goals, and we will review basic worksheets that can help farmers to plan for any growth or changes in the future. We will review farrow to finish, feeder to farrow, and feeder to finish operations.
Renewable Energy Leasing on Agricultural Lands
March 29, 2021
6:30pm
Join CCE Broom for a municipal training where they will discuss the impacts of solar and wind leasing on agricultural land, as well as planning and zoning considerations to make a community more ag-friendly. This event is open to legislative boards, planning boards, zoning board of appeals, planning & zoning staff, municipal engineers, code enforcements officers, municipal attorneys, and others who are interested in learning more on this topic. Speakers include Nicholas Cortese of Coughlin and Gerhart, Jeffery Kehoe of NYS Department of Ag and Markets, and Elizabeth Wolters of the NYS Farm Bureau.
Make your Calving Season Work for You
March 30, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Having a predictable calving season or seasons makes many of our management tasks more defined and
more easily managed. These two workshops will help explain how to figure out what times of the year
makes the most sense to calve in for you and how to make the transition to a controlled breeding season.
The second presentation in this series will be a series of tips to make sure that both cow and bull are ready
to breed to help keep your seasons on schedule. Finally, bull selection is critical, and we'll help you know
how to go about buying a bull that will perform and is well worth the money you pay for it.
more easily managed. These two workshops will help explain how to figure out what times of the year
makes the most sense to calve in for you and how to make the transition to a controlled breeding season.
The second presentation in this series will be a series of tips to make sure that both cow and bull are ready
to breed to help keep your seasons on schedule. Finally, bull selection is critical, and we'll help you know
how to go about buying a bull that will perform and is well worth the money you pay for it.
Cutting Meat in a Commercial Kitchen: 20-C Licenses and Selling Cuts of Meat from Your Farm
March 31, 2021
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Curious about what it takes to have red meat slaughtered USDA and then cut in a 20-C kitchen to sell as individual retail cuts? Join this free webinar where experts discuss logistics, economics, how to book a USDA slaughter appointment, safe carcass transport, where to get meat cutting experience, and whether or not this is the right option for you and your farm.
April 2021
Farm Energy Day: High Efficiency Lighting
April 1, 2021
12:00pm - 1:00pm
With the wholesale rollout of Light Emitting Diode (LED) systems, lighting technology has been dramatically changing in recent years. Have you been wondering if these systems are always an improvement for farms? If so the Farm Energy Day: High Efficiency Lighting webinar is for you! Join Penn State's Energy Extension Team as they take a look at how lighting efficiency is measured, and how farms can improve their lighting efficiency by choosing the right systems and operating them in an efficient manner. They'll also discuss funding opportunities that can help reduce the cost of energy-efficient upgrades to farm lighting.
2021 Virtual Herd Health and Nutrition Conference
April 5 - April 6, 2021
12pm - 3pm EDT
The Herd Health and Nutrition Conference is a two-day virtual event for agriservice personnel, feed industry representatives, veterinarians, and dairy producers, featuring educational topics related to current herd health and nutrition management techniques.
Presented by PRO-DAIRY and NEAFA
Presented by PRO-DAIRY and NEAFA
Preparations for the Breeding Season & How to Buy a Bull that Works for You
April 6, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Having a predictable calving season or seasons makes many of our management tasks more defined and
more easily managed. These two workshops will help explain how to figure out what times of the year
makes the most sense to calve in for you and how to make the transition to a controlled breeding season.
The second presentation in this series will be a series of tips to make sure that both cow and bull are ready
to breed to help keep your seasons on schedule. Finally, bull selection is critical, and we'll help you know
how to go about buying a bull that will perform and is well worth the money you pay for it.
more easily managed. These two workshops will help explain how to figure out what times of the year
makes the most sense to calve in for you and how to make the transition to a controlled breeding season.
The second presentation in this series will be a series of tips to make sure that both cow and bull are ready
to breed to help keep your seasons on schedule. Finally, bull selection is critical, and we'll help you know
how to go about buying a bull that will perform and is well worth the money you pay for it.
Getting Started with Sheep and Goats
April 8, 2021
6pm - 8pm
Sheep and goats can provide meat, fiber, and friends! They are great for clearing brush from your backyard and making value-added products, too. This class will cover all the basics to get your small ruminant operation off the ground.
Cornell Livestock Program Work Team Webinar on Beef Finishing Programs
April 8, 2021
7:00pm - 9:00pm
This free webinar will share information to solidify the important connections between feeding management strategies and achieving targeted finishing weights in beef cattle. Topics including feeding and nutritional needs; exploring alternative feed options; feed management effects on carcass quality and finish; carcass quality; and the importance of handling prior to harvesting.
From Pips to Peeps: Virtual Hatchery School
April 10 - April 24, 2021
11am - 2pm
Join Penn State Poultry Extension Specialist, Emily Shoop, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Livestock and Beginning Farm Specialist, Amy Barkley, for From Pips to Peeps: Hatchery School! Learn about developing a small-scale breeding and hatching program through a series of three virtual lectures and laboratories on topics including the basics of breeding flocks, incubation, and insight into hatch rates and resulting chick quality.
Feeding Cows with $5 Corn and $450 Soybean Meal
April 12, 2021
Noon (Central Time)
Our next monthly webinar will take place on Monday, April 12 at noon (Central time). Mike Hutjens from the University of Illinois will present "Feeding cows with $5 corn and $450 soybean meal."
Feed costs per pound of dry matter are rising as corn and soybean meal prices climb, squeezing farmers' profit margins. Strategies to improve ration economics while maintaining milk yield will be discussed. Options include adjusting the level of starch and protein fed or looking at alternative ingredients.
The webinar is sponsored by Kuhn.
NY Beef Quality Assurance Virtual Classroom Training
April 14, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join Nancy Glazier with Cornell Cooperative Extension's NWNY Team for the classroom portion of the Beef Quality Assurance training Wednesday, April 14 from 7-8:30 pm via Zoom. Topics covered include safe handling and use of health care products, safe animal handling, animal welfare and record keeping. Producers will become Level 1 certified with the completion of the class along with submission of required paperwork.
Small Ruminant Parasite Control
April 22, 2021
6pm - 8pm
Parasites are the most important limiting factor in small ruminant flocks. Learn how to monitor, treat and prevent parasites in your flock. In this online class, we will discuss the lifecycle and biology of parasites affecting small ruminants and demonstrate how to perform fecal sampling to obtain egg counts. Fecal sampling is a simple procedure you can do at home to approximate the parasite load your sheep or goats are carrying. Parasitic egg counts help you to make decisions on the effectiveness of your deworming program. We will also review the 5-point check for small ruminant health including an overview of FAMACHA and how it can help you to monitor and treat your sheep and goats.
CCE Flock Talks - Brooding and Rearing Basics: Raising Chickens for Meat
April 28, 2021
12pm - 1pm and 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join CCE Allegany Livestock Educator, Lynn Bliven, in a discussion about meat chicken breeds, housing, care, and processing options. This free "Flock Talk" is sponsored by the CCE Livestock Program Work Team and will be held from 12-1 pm and repeated from 7-8 pm on Wednesday, April 28th.
Milk Quality Online Course
April 30 - June 19, 2021
Course Summary
The Milk Quality Online Course will cover basic milk parlor and mastitis management principles lead by the Quality Milk Production Services (QMPS). It is intended for dairy business on-farm personnel (owner or employee) seeking to increase their knowledge of milk quality management.Milk Quality Online Course
April 30 - June 18, 2021
May 2021
Farm Business Foundations - Quick, Useful and Free!
May 6, 2021 : So, You Want to Start a Farm?
7pm - 8pm
Virtual via Zoom
Topics include the basics of starting a farm business, an outline of who's who, an introduction to available resources, and a discussion on "is farming right for you?".
Sheep Genetics USA: Improving Genetic Tools to Enhance Profitability
May 11, 2021
8pm EST
Online Webinar
One of the production inputs we have control over are the genetics we choose for our flocks. Sheep Genetics USA is a proactive and collaborative initiative focused on improving genetic tools to enhance profitability. It is designed with action committees representing all industry stakeholders thereby unifying the industry in an effort to maximize demand for American Lamb.
Farm Business Foundations: Farm Business Planning for Beginners
May 13, 2021
7 pm - 8 pm
Zoom
Topics Include: farm management, marketing and regulations, insurance, and SWOT analysis.
Farm Business Foundations - Quick, Useful and Free!
May 13, 2021 : Farm Business Planning for Beginners
7pm - 8pm
Virtual via Zoom
Farm Business Planning for Beginners: Thursday, May 13th, 7pm - 8pm. Topics Include farm management, marketing and regulations, insurance, and SWOT analysis.
Farm Business Foundations: Analyzing Farm Enterprises
May 20, 2021
7 pm - 8 pm
Zoom
Topics include "Hops, Hogs, and Honey - Oh My!", market analysis, evaluating assets, and farm diversification.
Farm Business Foundations - Quick, Useful and Free!
May 20, 2021 : Analyzing Farm Enterprises
7pm - 8pm
Online Via Zoom
Analyzing Farm Enterprises: Thursday, May 20th, 7pm - 8pm. Topics include "Hops, Hogs, and Honey - Oh My!", market analysis, evaluating assets, and farm diversification.
Producer Brownbag: How Do I Find Buyers For My Products
May 25, 2021
12pm - 1pm
Online Webinar - Zoom
Join Laura Biasillo, CCE Broome Agricultural Economic Development Specialist, as we discuss how to identify buyers for your farm/agricultural products, what they may be looking for, packaging, transportation logistics, invoicing, and everything in-between. Whether you are looking at working with a food hub, food bank, TASTE NY store, or even consumers looking to buy in quantities - this brownbag webinar is for you.
Brooding and Rearing Basics: Introduction to Waterfowl
May 26, 2021
12pm - 1pm or 7pm - 8pm
Online Webinar - Zoom
This free Brooding and Rearing Basics class is for those who want to learn more about raising waterfowl. Topics include breed selection, managing brooders, nutrition basics, housing basics, and considerations for producing eggs and meat.
Composting Livestock Mortality and On-Farm Butcher Waste
May 26, 2021
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online Webinar - Zoom
Composting mortalities and butchery waste is an easy, cost effective, environmentally sound, and compassionate practice. In this Livestock Program Work Team sponsored webinar, Jean Bonhotal, Waste Management Specialist and Director of the Cornell Waste Management Institute in Soil and Crop Sciences, will present how to compost livestock on-farm in NYS.
Farm Business Foundations: Farm Financial Management Basics
May 27, 2021
7 pm - 8 pm
Zoom
Topics include: record keeping methods, common financial statements, and tax considerations
Farm Business Foundations - Quick, Useful and Free!
May 27, 2021 : Farm Financial Management Basics
7pm - 8pm
Online via Zoom
Farm Financial Management Basics: Thursday, May 27th, 7pm - 8pm. Topics include record keeping methods, common financial statements, and tax considerations.
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