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earlier monthsNovember 2014
Hands-on Mozzarella class with Thomas Pinello
November 3, 2014
6pm-8pm
Ithaca, NY
Have you ever thought about making cheese at home? Here is your chance to learn basic cheese making techniques from an experienced, local cheese maker.
NY Veterans in Agriculture Summit
November 6, 2014
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Syracuse, NY
Are you a veteran farming in New York State, or an organization serving farmer veterans? The Cornell Small Farms Program is pleased to announce an interactive meeting just for you!
Space is Limited: Register Early!
2014 Field Crop Dealer Meeting
November 12, 2014
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Liverpool, NY
This program presents research activities at Cornell University and associated farms. Topics relate to the future potential of agricultural products, environmental sustainability, and updates on pest related issues. The course objective is to educate and disseminate research findings to the farming community as well as extension faculty, staff, educators, and industry representatives.
Tile Drainage School
November 12, 2014
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Tile drainage can improve the productivity and profitability of fields but needs to be done correctly and with minimal environmental impact. This school looks to increase the chance for success when installing and maintaining tile drainage while remaining within conservation compliance standards.
2014 Feed Dealer Seminar
November 12, 2014
6-9 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
2014 Feed Dealer Seminar
Feed Dealers Meeting
November 13, 2014
11 am - 2:30 pm
Cortland, NY
The 2014 Cortland Area Feed Dealers Meeting will be held at the New York State Grange at Cortland from 11-2:30.
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, other 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 since the late 1940s and provide opportunities for educational programming with networking in the local regions.
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, other 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 since the late 1940s and provide opportunities for educational programming with networking in the local regions.
Fee is $25
RSVP to Amanda at (607) 753 - 5078.
Contact Betsy Hicks (607) 753 - 5213 with any questions.
Feed Dealers Seminar
November 14, 2014
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, other 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 since the late 1940s and provide opportunities for educational programming with networking in the local regions.
December 2014
NY State Beginning Farmer Grant & Loan Forgiveness Program
December 1, 2014
1:00 p.m. tentatively
Warsaw, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County to host webinar for New York State Beginning Farmer Grant and Loan Forgiveness Program.
Introducing Radishes into the Organic Pasture Webinar by eOrganic
December 4, 2014
2pm EST
Join eOrganic for a webinar on considerations for introducing radishes into the organic pasture by Cornell Cooperative Extension?s Fay Benson and Liz Burrichter. The webinar will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2014 at 11 AM Pacific Time, 12 PM Mountain, 1 PM Central, 2 PM Eastern Time. The webinar is free and open to the public, and advance registration is required.
Register now at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/788501931974263553
Register now at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/788501931974263553
Informational Meetings for: Novel Swine Diseases
December 8, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Randolph, NY
The featured speaker at the events will be Dr. Michael Pierdon, a partner in Four Star Veterinary Services, which provides consultation to swine producers throughout the eastern United States, including New York.
Cornell Agribusiness Economic Outlook Conference
December 9, 2014
10 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
SAVE THE DATE for the Agribusiness Economic Outlook Conference.
New York agricultural leaders learn about the short-and long-term outlook for agriculture and agricultural products. Breakout sessions concentrate on dairy, grains and feed, and horticultural products.
Informational Meetings for: Novel Swine Diseases
December 9, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
The featured speaker at the events will be Dr. Michael Pierdon, a partner in Four Star Veterinary Services, which provides consultation to swine producers throughout the eastern United States, including New York.
Calf & Heifer Congress
December 10 - December 11, 2014
Henrietta, NY
The Calf & Heifer Congress 2014 - "Birth to Breeding" is the fourth in a series of dairy replacement conferences presented by Cornell University Extension and the Cornell PRO-DAIRY Program.
Calf & Heifer Congress 2014 - "Birth to Breeding"
December 10 - December 11, 2014
Henrietta, NY
The Calf & Heifer Congress 2014 - "Birth to Breeding" is the fourth in a series of dairy replacement conferences presented by Cornell University Extension and the Cornell PRO-DAIRY Program.
Informational Meetings for: Novel Swine Diseases
December 10, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Alfred, NY
The featured speaker at the events will be Dr. Michael Pierdon, a partner in Four Star Veterinary Services, which provides consultation to swine producers throughout the eastern United States, including New York.
Late-Seasn Grazing Pasture Walk
December 11, 2014
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Watkins Glen, NY
Join the Tri-County Graziers for a unique early-winter pasture walk to see innovative grazing practices that improve the "bottom line" through reduced winter feeding costs, while improving animal and pasture health.
January 2015
Regional Milk Quality Meetings
January 8, 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.
Quality Milk Training - Batavia
January 8 - March 5, 2015
10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension, Pro-Dairy and QMPS will be offering a program this winter focusing on milk quality. Programs will be offered at several locatins and will be available via live presentations and web conferencing.
Quality Milk Training - Canandaigua
January 8 - March 5, 2015
10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Cornell Cooperative Extension, Pro-Dairy and QMPS will be offering a program this winter focusing on milk quality. Programs will be offered at several locatins and will be available via live presentations and web conferencing.
How to Improve Milk Quality~CCE Chenango County
January 8 - March 5, 2015
10:30 am - 3:30 am
Norwich, NY
Improve Your Milk Check Through Quality Milk ~ Video Conference offered at CCE Saratoga County and CCE Chenango County
Registration fee is $100 which includes lunch all three days.
One bulk tank sample and bedding sample per farm is included in the registration fee.
How to Improve Milk Quality~CCE Saratoga County
January 8 - March 5, 2015
10:30 am - 3:30 am
Ballston Spa, NY
Improve Your Milk Check Through Quality Milk ~ Video Conference offered at CCE Saratoga County and CCE Chenango County
Registration fee is $100 which includes lunch all three days.
One bulk tank sample and bedding sample per farm is included in the registration fee.
Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow?
January 13 - January 14, 2015
East Syracuse, NY
A Two Day Seminar on Farm Business Transfers
Keynote Speaker: Danny Klinefelter, Ph.D., Professor and Extension Economist, Texas A&M University
Meetings and meals are now FREE!
Platinum Sponsors: Farm Credit East and NY Ag & Markets
NYCO Meeting: Unlocking the Fertility of Your Soil
January 13, 2015
10am-2pm
Geneva, NY
Presentations from
- Jean Bonhotal from Cornell Waste Management on soil vitality
- Klaas Martens on the Soil Renaissance Initiative, a grass-roots effort that has caught the attention of even the highest levels of the USDA
- Carol MacNeil with the Cornell Vegetable Team on Cornell's Soil Health Assessment
The event is free but please bring a dish to pass for the lunch and any questions you might have for a group discussion after lunch.
WNY - Corn Congress, Batavia
January 14, 2015
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
Come and get all the latest on corn production from Cornell researchers, extension, and local industry. Visit with all of your favorite local industry representatives at the Ag. Exhibitor Show and get answers to all your questions on the latest technology and innovations!
Finger Lakes - Corn Congress, Waterloo
January 15, 2015
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
Come and get all the latest on corn production from Cornell researchers, extension, and local industry. Visit with all of your favorite local industry representatives at the Ag. Exhibitor Show and get answers to all your questions on the latest technology and innovations!
Operations Managers Conference
January 20 - January 21, 2015
Liverpool, NY
Operations management on dairy farms is integral to the success of the farm business. The Operations Managers Conference for Dairy and Field Crops provides an opportunity for people responsible for day to day activities to increase their management and operations skills while interacting with other managers.
Winter Crop Meeting 2015
January 23, 2015
9 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
Organic Dairy & Crop Producers Discussion Group Meeting -- Farm Tour
January 28, 2015
11am - 2:30pm
Groton, NY
Please Join Us for a Tour of the Sherman family's newly constructed dairy barn on NYS Rte 222. Vaughn will lead us on a tour of the barn and share the plans for the new facility and its management. We'll head to the McLean Fire Hall for lunch after the tour and continue discussion after lunch.
Wednesday, January 28
11am - 2:30 pm
Please rsvp for planning lunch to Amanda at 753-5078 or am2229@cornell.edu
Looking forward to seeing you. Please call (753-5215) with any questions.
Wednesday, January 28
11am - 2:30 pm
Please rsvp for planning lunch to Amanda at 753-5078 or am2229@cornell.edu
Looking forward to seeing you. Please call (753-5215) with any questions.
Cortland Area Dairy Managers Group Meeting
January 29, 2015
2:30 - 4:30pm
Homer, NY
Discussion Group Meeting
This is the first meeting of this new Discussion Group aimed at bringing together next generation managers of progressive dairies in the Cortland area.
This is the first meeting of this new Discussion Group aimed at bringing together next generation managers of progressive dairies in the Cortland area.
Winter Dairy Management - Batavia Location
January 30, 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
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Upcoming Events
Poultry Processing Workshop, Canandaigua, NY
September 17, 2026 : Poultry Processing Workshop - Canandaigua, NY
Canandaigua, NY
This program is one of four statewide roadshow stops across the state, offering farmers a full poultry processing experience. The class will teach skills that build confidence, reduce costs, and strengthen your farm's independence. This hands-on workshop gives farmers the chance to process a bird from start to finish, learning every step of the workflow used by small farms across the state.
Tax 101: An Introduction to Income Taxes for Farmers
September 17, 2026 : Tax 101: An Introduction to Income Taxes for Farmers
Join NY Farm Net for a FREE mid-day webinar about income tax basics for farmers. Attendees will learn what documents you need, options for recordkeeping systems, how identify common tax forms and schedules, and more!
Large Animal Awareness Training For First Responders
September 19, 2026
Dunkirk, NY
Join the Chautauqua County Technical Rescue Services and NYS Veterinarian, Dr. Kate Card-Allen, for a specialized training on how to safely and effectively respond to large animal incidents. Learn techniques for managing large animals during traffic accidents, rollovers, entrapments and other transportation emergencies.
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