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earlier monthsMarch 2015
Winter Dairy Management - Canandaigua Location
March 2, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
For dairy farmers, the pleasure of historically high milk prices in 2014 has turned into the prospect of significantly lower milk checks for 2015. The component based pricing system for milk offers a means to achieve higher profits with the same level of milk production. Many producers have gained and maintained higher milk components even with Holsteins consistently surpassing the 3.5% BF and 3.0% MP standards.
FSA Borrower Credits available
FSA Borrower Credits available
Regional Milk Quality Meetings
March 5, 2015
10 am Registration, Program 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cortland, NY
Cooperative Extension is offering three separate Milk Quality Meetings this winter: Jan 8, Feb 5 & Mar 5 from 10:30am-3:30pm. The January 8 meeting will focus on Mammary physiology & the basics of mastitis culturing. The February 5 meeting will focus on Importance of Cow Comfort, Environment & Equipment Maintenance & impacts on milk quality. The March 5 meeting will focus on the Importance of Record keeping for mastitis control. Cost for all 3 meetings is $100, including bulk tank sample.
Winter Dairy Management - Batavia Location
March 9, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Batavia, NY
For dairy farmers, the pleasure of historically high milk prices in 2014 has turned into the prospect of significantly lower milk checks for 2015. The component based pricing system for milk offers a means to achieve higher profits with the same level of milk production. Many producers have gained and maintained higher milk components even with Holsteins consistently surpassing the 3.5% BF and 3.0% MP standards.
FSA Borrower Credits available
FSA Borrower Credits available
2015 Central New York Dairy Day
March 10, 2015
10-3 pm
Sherburne, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows
2015 Central NY Dairy Day ~ West
March 10, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Sherburne, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows ~ 2 locations to chose from:
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
$30 per person (includes lunch)
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
NYCO Meeting: Producing, Protecting, and Marketing of Organic Grain
March 10, 2015
10am-2pm
Geneva, NY
Presentations from
- Wegman's Bakery Team on their goal to use locally-produced organic grains in a new line of breads
- Sam Sherman from Champlain Valley Mills on marketing opportunities for organic grain
- Dr. Heather Darby on the results from her grain trials in Vermont
- Elizabeth Dyke, the overseer of the OGRN project, on the approaches to transitioning land into organic production
- Fay Benson on the new organic crop insurance program for organic grain production
Please bring a dish to pass for the lunch and any questions you might have for a group discussion after lunch. We do request a $1-2 donation to support the costs of coffee and paper products.
2015 Central NY Dairy Day ~ East
March 10, 2015
9:45am-3:00pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Breeding, Raising and Managing Your Future Herd of Super Cows ~ 2 locations to chose from:
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
CCE Saratoga, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa
or
Magros Banquet Hall, 110 Sanitarium Rd, Sherburne
$30 per person (includes lunch)
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Program will start promptly with first speaker at time listed.
Winter Dairy Management
March 12, 2015
9:30 am Registration, Program 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Cortland, NY
This year's Winter Dairy Management program will be focusing on impacting profitability via milk components.
Cover Crops & Soil Health
March 16, 2015
11:45am-1:00pm Registration & Lunch, 1:00-3:00pm Topics
Dryden, NY
Alternative Energy Workshop
March 17, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
East Aurora, NY
Curious about utilizing alternative energy for your farm? Want to learn how to save on farm energy costs during a long cold winter? Join us for the Alternative Energy Workshop.
Hear from farmers who are already using alternative energy, learn about the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), explore options in using alternative energy on your farm, and meet local alternative energy vendors.
Lunch provided!
Hear from farmers who are already using alternative energy, learn about the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), explore options in using alternative energy on your farm, and meet local alternative energy vendors.
Lunch provided!
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Alfred State College Farm
March 19, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Alfred, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers that are currently certified as
well as those that are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
well as those that are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Adding Value To Livestock Through Better Communication With The Butcher
March 19, 2015
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Arkport, NY
Join the Tri-County Graziers for some cabin fever relief and expert advice on processing and adding value to locally-grown meat animals. Featuring retired USDA meat scientist and grazier Steve Olson, and Becky Painter of Painter's Custom Meats. Steve will discuss how to maximize value from each animal through better finishing, processing and utilization of higher-value cuts of meat. Becky will offer tips on working with processors when direct marketing. The public is welcome, and everyone interested in raising or buying local meats are especially encouraged to attend.
Crop Protection Meeting 2015
March 19, 2015
Registration 9:30 am Program:10am-2pm
Horseheads, NY
Crop Protection Seminar addressing nutritional needs, plant diseases, weed control and benefits of cover crops.
Annie's Project Risk Management Education for Farm and Ranch Women
March 20, 2015
10:30 coffee. Discussion 11 am - 3 pm
Ithaca, NY
Women in Agriculture: A group to make friendships, share common interests and grow as partners in their farm business.
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Mohawk, NY
March 20, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Mohawk, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Malting Barley Roundtable
March 24, 2015
11am - 2pm
Richfield Springs, NY
This roundtable discussion is for anyone planning on or thinking about growing malting barley this coming growing season as a chance to meet with others who are considering this crop.
Organic Dairy & Crop Discussion Group Meeting
March 24, 2015
12:00pm-3:00pm
Cortland, NY
Pesticide Applicator Training
March 25, 2015
12:00pm Registration, 12:30-3:30pm Instruction
Dryden, NY
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Memphis, NY
March 26, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Memphis, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Village Hall, St. Hammond, NY
March 31, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
St. Hammond, NY
Organic Dairy Discussion Groups to meet at regional locations. Farmers who are currently certified as well as those who are thinking of transitioning to organic production are welcome.
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Cooperstown
March 31, 2015
9:30am-3:30pm
Cooperstown, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
April 2015
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Fonda
April 1, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Fonda, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
"Lunch With Jerry" Organic Dairy Discussion Groups - Malone, NY
April 1, 2015
11:00am-2:00pm
Malone, NY
Winter Dairy Management 2015~Schuylerville
April 2, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Fonda, NY
Increase Milk Components Profitably
3 dates and locations to choose from:
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Where: Otesaga Resort Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown
When: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Where: Winner's Circle Restaurant
3293 State Hwy 5, Fonda
When: Thursday, April 2, 2015
Where: Town of Saratoga Town Hall
12 Spring St., Schuylerville
(Old Schuylerville High School building)
$30 per person, includes lunch
Register by March 25, 2015
Broome-Tioga-Chemung Farmers Discussion Group Meeting
April 16, 2015
1-3 pm
Owego, NY
This discussion group meeting will focus on farming and working with family dynamics as well as conflict resolution. Our invited speakers are Judy Flint and Erica Leubner from NY FarmNet.
Cortland County Agri-Economic Development Mini Conference-For All Farm Sizes
April 17, 2015
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Cortland, NY
Your Farm Business: The Least Thought of Side Should be the Most Thought of Side! This free workshop is being provided to help you develop and promote your agricultural enterprise! Cornell Cooperative Extension Educator Steve Hadcock will share ideas on various business management practices, risk management, business structures, taxes and regulations for any size farm or business that will assist you as your farm or business grows and changes. Participants are welcome to bring farm or business displays, literature, brochures, business cards etc. for networking while enjoying local foods provided by Dasher's Pub. Pre-Register online or by calling 607-753-5078.
2015 Swine Reproduction Clinic
April 18, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Alden, NY
The New York Pork Producers Cooperative Inc., will be hosting Dr. Tim Safranski of the University of Missouri for a swine reproduction clinic. Please bring questions and interest in breeding and reproduction in swine.
Margin Protection Program/Livestock Gross Margin: The 2016 Decision, Geneva
April 21, 2015
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Geneva, NY
Join us for a information packed workshop!
Margin Protection Program/Livestock Gross Margin: The 2016 Decision, Lockport
April 23, 2015
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Lockport, NY
Join us for a information packed workshop!
Marketing Opportunity for Feeder Calves - Ontario
April 28, 2015
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Come and hear about the new Cornell project to develop feeder pools to improve prices for feeder calves. This is an initiative to benefit the bottom line of beef herds in the region and across the state.
Bring a neighbor!
Marketing Opportunity for Feeder Calves - Orleans
April 29, 2015
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Albion, NY
Come and hear about the new Cornell project to develop feeder pools to improve prices for feeder calves. This is an initiative to benefit the bottom line of beef herds in the region and across the state.
Bring a neighbor!
May 2015
'Tools for Transitioning to Organic Dairy' Webinar
May 19, 2015
10am - 11:30am
The transition to organic dairy production can be challenging to plan and may take up to three years to complete. To help with the planning a 'Tools for Transitioning to Organic Dairy' webinar is set for 10am-11:30am on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, for those who work with dairies interested in becoming organic producers and farmers considering the transition.
The webinar will feature presenters with Cornell's Organic Dairy Initiative, Northeast Organic Farming Association, USDA Farm Services Agency, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Presentations will cover the requirements for organic certification, tools to adjust conventional farming practices to meet those requirements, and the types of federal loans and Environmental Quality Incentives Program Organic Initiative resources that can help with transition costs.
The webinar is targeted at informing and equipping Extension and agribusiness educators, NY FarmNet counselors, bankers and other dairy industry personnel to help farmers interested in transitioning to organic dairy production, but farmers are also welcome to participate in the webinar. There will be time for questions and answers.
The webinar is targeted at informing and equipping Extension and agribusiness educators, NY FarmNet counselors, bankers and other dairy industry personnel to help farmers interested in transitioning to organic dairy production, but farmers are also welcome to participate in the webinar. There will be time for questions and answers.
To register for the webinar, use the link at http://blogs.cornell.edu/organicdairyinitiative/ by 4pm on May 18. For more details, contact Fay Benson at 607-753-5213.
HLW Acres Poultry Program
May 23, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Attica, NY
At 8:00 AM there will be refreshments served and time to network with fellow attendees; presentation program starts at 9:00 AM. Chicken BBQ served at lunchtime.
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