Grazing Dairy Technology Farm Tour & Pasture Walk
Event Details
Date
September 14, 2023
Time
1:00pm-3:00pm EST
Location
Cottonwood Farms, LLC
10771 Cook Rd
Pavilion, NY 14525
Host
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field CropsMargaret Quaassdorff
585-405-2567
email Margaret Quaassdorff

At this free event, we will learn how the Tillotsons' multigenerational Cottonwood Farms manages their organic grazing system in conjunction with their automated milking system. We will also hear about their soil health and conservation practices. Tillotson will also be able to speak about his experience embracing other technologies to help manage the farm and implement sustainable practices.
Free event, all are welcome, though registration is appreciated.
For any questions, please contact Margaret Quaassdorff at 585-405-2567 or maq27@cornell.edu.
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Announcements
We're Hiring: Area Dairy Management Specialist
To apply:Please apply via Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30185).
Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
Applications must be submitted by July 31, 2025.
For more information, please contact Peter Landre at ptl2@cornell.edu. Additional information about the Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Team can be found at https://nwnyteam.cce.cornell.edu/.