New York HERO Act in Effect - Policy Template Available
Katelyn Walley, Business Management Specialist and Team Leader
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program
Earlier this year the New York Health and Essential Rights Act was signed into law. This requires all businesses to and Airborne Infectious Disease Exposure Prevention Plan that addresses workplace health and safety precautions. Department of Labor recently released industry templates from which you can build your plan, including one that is specifically for ag. While the plans must be drafted and adopted they are not required to be implemented. Connect with Katelyn Walley-Stoll if you'd like more information.
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Upcoming Events
Boots in the Barn: Cornell Dairy Research Updates
January 13, 2026
January 20, 2026
January 27, 2026
February 3, 2026
February 10, 2026
February 17, 2026
February 24, 2026
Join us for some or all!
Advanced Hoof Health Program
January 15, 2026
Belfast, NY
Who should attend?
- Professional hoof trimmers
- Dairy farm owners or managers in charge of farm foot health
Topics include:
- How to Create a Strategic Trimming Program for your Dairy
- The Latest in Lameness Technology for the Dairy Industry
- Housing and Flooring Design: Its Role in Hoof Care
Webinar: Converting Old Dairy Barns into swine Facilities
January 21, 2026 : Webinar: Converting Old Dairy Barns into swine Facilities
Tim Terry, Farm Strategic Planning Specialist with Cornell's Pro-Dairy program will share information on what it takes to transition an old dairy barn for swine production. We plan to cover flooring, ventilation, and lighting, considerations for system workability, and more! Registration is free.
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