Don't Miss Out On The Next CORE Pesticide Training July 21st, 6PM-7:50PM!
Joshua Putman, Field Crops and Forage Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program
Our first online CORE pesticide training was a huge success with great participation from the group. The SWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops team is hosting a second training this coming Tuesday, July 21, from 6-7:50PM. We will discuss state laws, rules, and regulations as it pertains to pesticides, pesticide toxicity and safety, and integrated pest management with current research efforts by Cornell Faculty in New York. Online registration can be found at our SWNY website for a cost of only $20. Thank you and we look forward to having you join!
Upcoming Events
Robotic Manure Collector Tour at Nichols Dairy Farm
January 17, 2025 : Robotic Manure Colletor Tour at Nichols Dairy Farm
Farmersville Station, NY
On Friday, January 17th from 1pm to 2pm, the Nichols Dairy Farm & SWNYDLFC are hosting a FREE tour of their new robotic manure collection system. In 2024, the farm installed dual Lely Discovery Collectors that help to improve herd health and labor efficiency through their vacuum manure collection in the farm's free stall barn. To RSVP, call or text Katelyn at 716-640-0522.
Class A CDL Training Course
January 18, 2025
February 22, 2025
March 22, 2025
NYS Certified Instructor: Todd Swimelar, "The CDL Guy"
Training required by NYS to take Class A CDL exam and driving test.
Permit not required for classroom time, but is required for driving time.
2025 NYBPA Annual Conference & Membership Meeting
January 24 - January 25, 2025
East Syracuse, NY
The 2025 Annual Conference starts Friday afternoon with a cash bar, registration, and annual membership meeting. Dinner to follow with keynote speaker Kevin Ochsner, Beef Farm of Excellence Awards Presentation, and Supreme Show Program Sponsorship auction. Trade show and silent auction to benefit the Jr Scholarship Fund all weekend long. Saturday starts with the trade show and breakfast at 8:00AM followed by speakers at 8:30AM. Lunch includes the Annual NYBPA Awards and Junior Awards Program. Hotel accommodations can be found below. Be sure to book your room today!
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