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earlier monthsJune 2015
CANCELLED: Quality Forage Production
June 2, 2015
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
This is a 5 session module. For a list of dates/sites/cost please go to CCE-Wyoming County
There will be 2 DEC credits
Preparing Cattle for Market to Optimize Value
June 9, 2015
6:00 - til dusk
Houghton, NY
In NYS many of our feeder calves go directly to auction with producers having little control over prices received. Working together producers, stockers and auction barns can improve prices for cattle in our state. Creating a consistent, quality stream of animals is a key factor to success of this statewide project. Cooperatively we can improve profitability and grow the beef industry.
Mikelholm Holsteins Pasture Walk
June 26, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Stafford, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension's NWNY Team is planning a pasture walk at the farm of John and Sue Mikel. John and Sue own and operate Mikelholm Holsteins, a small grazing dairy they started on a 30-acre field they purchased seven years ago. They built a house and barn with a parlor. They graze their 35 cows plus youngstock on the remaining land and supplement with purchased feed. They also knew grazing would provide health benefits to the cows and reduce demands on labor. An added benefit was the reduced bedding costs while the cows are out on pasture.
July 2015
Aurora Farm Field Day
July 16, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Aurora, NY
New York's farming community is invited to learn about the latest research on field crops, soil and pest management during the annual field day at Cornell University's Musgrave Research Farm in Aurora, featuring farm tours, demonstrations and presentations. Hosted by the Integrated Field Crop, Soil, and Pest Management Program Work Team in conjunction with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station.
Dairy Environmental Systems & Climate Adaptation Conference
July 29 - July 31, 2015
8 am - 5 pm
Ithaca, NY
This 2-day regional conference on July 29 - 31, 2015 will feature a unique opportunity to learn about emerging dairy housing and manure management systems in conjunction with regional climate trends and national and international drivers, along with adaptation strategies for the Northeast and upper mid-west U.S, and to visit the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York.
August 2015
Beef Quality Assurance Training - Empire Farm Days
August 11, 2015
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Seneca Falls, NY
The NWNY Team is working with the NYS BQA committee to conduct A BQA in a Day training during Empire Farm Days.
Manure Pit Safety Demonstration
August 17, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Benton Center, NY
Yates County Emergency Services, Soil & Water Conservation, Cornell Cooperative Extension along with NYCAMH are pleased to announce the Manure Pit Safety demonstration unit will be at Benton Fire Station in Benton Center.
Hay Making Workshop
August 20, 2015
6 pm sign-in, 6:30-8:30 pm
Cortland, NY
The workshop will focus on:
- Machinery Overview for making Dry Hay
- Proper Adjustments for Equipment
- Small Square Bales & Large Round Bales
- Acid application & calibration
- Proper Storage of Dry Hay
- Caring for your Hay Stand
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 24, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Groton, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 25, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Lisbon, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
Pre-Harvest Forage Day
August 26, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Avon, NY
Pre-Harvest Forage Day will be an excellent opportunity for farm employees and owners/managers alike to come out and hear from some of our top regional experts on what they can do to ensure that what goes into the bunk will come out as a high quality feed.
No registration necessary.
Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop
August 26, 2015
10:30 am - 3 pm
Homer, NY
The SCNY team will be hosting a Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop at McMahon's EZ Acres. Pro-Dairy's Karl Czymmek and NYCAMH's Jim Carraba will be there to lead the discussion and answer questions. The workshop will focus on:
- General farm safety
- The Dairy Dozen & OSHA guidelines
- What to do if your farm has an unplanned OSHA inspection
- Update on OSHA LEP inspection
- How to manage after the inspection
- Fines/Fine Reductions
There will also be a local farm present to talk about their unplanned inspection. After lunch, there will be a walkthrough of facilities to highlight areas to focus on.
Any questions, please call Betsy at 607.753.5213 or email her at bjh246@cornell.edu.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 26, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Little Falls, NY
The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
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