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November 2015
Quality Forage Production

November 10 - November 19, 2015
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

This course is intended for people actively engaged in the cropping end of the dairy business. The course includes 4 lectures and 1 on-farm field day. We will start by discussing a systems approach to the farm management, and then delve into how to maximize quality and yield from management and nutrition perspective.
Feed Dealer's Meeting
November 20, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Batavia, NY

Tis the season for the annual Feed Dealer's Meeting for industry personnel and area producers.
December 2015
Raising Your Bull Calves Can Add To Your Dairy Farm Profitability
December 7, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Albion, NY

If you are thinking about adding a new profitable enterprise to your dairy or beef operation, dairy beef production could be a natural fit.
Calf & Heifer Congress - 2015 "Manage What Matters"
December 15 - December 16, 2015
Tuesday 12:30 - 9:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY

The program will cover topics pertinent to replacement heifer management from birth to calving. An excellent slate of speakers and outstanding dairy producers will deliver practical information of interest to dairy producers, industry, extension personnel and college staff alike.
MeatSuite Workshop - Niagara Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Lockport, NY

Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
MeatSuite Workshop - Ontario Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY

Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
MeatSuite Workshop - Wyoming Location
December 17, 2015
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Warsaw, NY

Three counties are teaming up to host workshops to help explain MeatSuite.com. An overview of the website, along with meat cutout/yields and how to develop your farm's profile.
Cover Crop Workshop: Succeeding in Western New York Climate
December 22, 2015
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Elba, NY

Farmers know that good soil health is increasingly important for weathering the rainfall and temperature extremes in our changing climate. They know that cover crops are important for good soil health but they aren't always able to get them established.This free event is sponsored by the newly formed Western New York Soil Health Alliance, a farmer-to-farmer network.
January 2016
Animal Well-Being: Session 1
January 13, 2016
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Webinar on cattle housing and handling, cow comfort, animal welfare and communicating positive messages about cattle welfare.
Internet broadcasting and webinar technology will make the programs possible in Canandaigua, Albion and Warsaw.
Internet broadcasting and webinar technology will make the programs possible in Canandaigua, Albion and Warsaw.
Corn Congress - Batavia Location

January 13, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY

The Corn Congresses are right around the corner!
NOTE: Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., Program starts at: 10:00 a.m.
NOTE: Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., Program starts at: 10:00 a.m.
Corn Congress - Waterloo Location

January 14, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY

The Corn Congresses are right around the corner!
NOTE: Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., Program starts at: 10:00 a.m.
2016 National Safe Tractor & Machinery Operation Program
January 16 - March 26, 2016
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

This course will qualify youth ages 14 & 15 years of age to be certified to operate farm equipment for hire. The course is scheduled to run Saturdays, beginning in January 2016 and running through March 2016.
Animal Well-Being: Session 2
January 20, 2016
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Webinar on cattle housing and handling, cow comfort, animal welfare and communicating positive messages about cattle welfare.
Internet broadcasting and webinar technology will make the programs possible in Canandaigua, Albion and Warsaw.
Internet broadcasting and webinar technology will make the programs possible in Canandaigua, Albion and Warsaw.
Upcoming Events
Small Ruminant Parasite Management and Husbandry
May 31, 2025 : Small Ruminant Parasite Management and Husbandry
Warsaw, NY
Learn about internal parasites of sheep and goats. Participation in the day will earn FAMACHA© certification.
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