2018 Events - year view
previous yearJanuary 2018
Corn Congress - Batavia Location
January 10, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
The Corn Congresses are right around the corner! We have two exceptional speakers this year.
Dr. Julian Smith, PhD, President of CZO Agronomics. LLC.
Jim Hershey, President, PA No-Till Alliance
Corn Congress - Waterloo Location
January 11, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
The Corn Congresses are right around the corner! We have two exceptional speakers this year.
Dr. Julian Smith, PhD, President of CZO Agronomics, LLC.
Jim Hershey, President, PA No-Till Alliance
Succession & Estate Planning Kickoff Seminar
January 24, 2018
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Batavia, NY
We encourage farm owner managers and potential entrants to the business to participate inthis seminar for an introduction to important concepts in succession and estate planning.
A series of workshops to help participants clarify their goals, identify a planning team to assist in achieving retirement, succession or estate planning oags and learn skills for communicating your ideas to your heirs or successors will be offered following his seminar.
New York Learning Circles - Conservation Values - Your Land is Your Legacy
January 25, 2018
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mount Morris, NY
More than one million women now own or manage farmland across America with many of these women inheriting their land from their spouse or parents. Research shows that women landowners can benefit from learning about conservation practices from other women landowners and conservation professionals. To reach the growing number of women landowners interested in conservation, American Farmland Trust, along with Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team & Ohio's Wood Soil & Water Conservation District, have joined together to offer a number of different opportunities to share information and learn more about preserving their land long into the future.
We hope that you can join us for 1 or more of our Learning Circles! Invite a friend or family member to join you!!!
We hope that you can join us for 1 or more of our Learning Circles! Invite a friend or family member to join you!!!
February 2018
2018 Cow Comfort Conference, "The Latest Research in Cow Comfort"
February 6 - February 7, 2018
Liverpool, NY
Along with help from partners and sponsors, the Cornell Cooperative Extension North Country Regional Ag Team and the South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team are hosing the 2018 Cow Comfort Conference - "The Latest in Cow Comfort". The 2nd annual installment of this conference will highlight the importance of maximizing cow comfort while showcasing the latest research and industry findings. The conference is open to anybody, and last year's attendees included a variety of producers, allied industry, extension, and students.
Soybean/Small Grains Congress - Batavia Location
February 7, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Batavia, NY
The Soybean/Small Grains Congresses are right around the corner! We have two exceptional speakers this year.
Dustin Lewis, PhD, District Manager, BASF Crop Protection
Dustin Lewis, PhD, District Manager, BASF Crop Protection
Adam Gaspar, PhD, Field Agronomist, DuPont Pioneer
Soybean/Small Grains Congress - Waterloo Location
February 8, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY
he Soybean/Small Grains Congresses are right around the corner! We have two exceptional speakers this year.
Dustin Lewis, PhD, District Manager, BASF Crop Protection
Adam Gaspar, PhD, Field Agronomist, DuPont Pioneer
Dustin Lewis, PhD, District Manager, BASF Crop Protection
Adam Gaspar, PhD, Field Agronomist, DuPont Pioneer
NY Pork Producers - Annual Meeting
February 10, 2018
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Corfu, NY
Producers of all ages involved in pork production are invited and encouraged to attend the NY Pork Producers annual meeting.
Planning for Succession - Managing Business Transition to a New Generation, Riga Location
February 12 - March 12, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Churchville, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop series to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
Planning for Succession - Managing Business Transition to a New Generation, Warsaw Location
February 12 - March 12, 2018
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop series to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
New York Learning Circles - Conservation & Farmland Leasing: Talking with Your Farmer
February 15, 2018
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mount Morris, NY
More than one million women now own or manage farmland across America with many of these women inheriting their land from their spouse or parents. Research shows that women landowners can benefit from learning about conservation practices from other women landowners and conservation professionals. To reach the growing number of women landowners interested in conservation, American Farmland Trust, along with Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team & Ohio's Wood Soil & Water Conservation District, have joined together to offer a number of different opportunities to share information and learn more about preserving their land long into the future.
We hope that you can join us for 1 or more of our Learning Circles! Invite a friend or family member to join you!!!
We hope that you can join us for 1 or more of our Learning Circles! Invite a friend or family member to join you!!!
Sustainable Agricultural Lease Workshop
February 15, 2018
7:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Join Steven A. Walker, Esq. of Scolaro, Fetter, Grizanti, and McGough, P.C., Agricultural Services Division, for a discussion of sustainable agricultural leases. Come learn how farmers and landowners can work together to develop a lease. Meeting both of their goals for profitability and sustainability.
Adding New Cuts to Your Freezer Trade
February 21, 2018
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Canandaigua, NY
Retired USDA meat marketing specialist Steve Olson will be demonstrating some of the newly developed beef cuts. These cuts can add value to your direct marketing/freezer trade sales!
Forage Congress
February 28, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mount Morris, NY
In response to producer requests and feedback from our first Forage Congress in 2017, the NWNY Team is proud to host our second Forage Congress. This conference will bring together the topics of dynamic harvest schedule, farm forage requirements, and critical management zones for yield stability, nutrient conservation, best crop selection and economics in a one day venue. Great speakers, valuable take home messages!
CCA credits will be available.
CCA credits will be available.
March 2018
Planning for Succession - Managing Business Transition to a New Generation, Ontario Location
March 1 - March 15, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
Members of each generation involved in agricultural business together are encouraged to attend this interactive workshop series to learn about skills, tools and tactics needed for success in a multi-generation business.
CANCELLED **** Getting Started with Grazing **** CANCELLED
March 7, 2018
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Newark, NY
Are you looking to start a rotational grazing on your farm? Do you run out of pasture in the summer and need advice on how to overcome that? This workshop will help you take your grazing operation to the next level.
Profitable Meat Marketing
March 13, 2018
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Join Ag. Marketing Specialist Matt LeRoux at a Profitable Meat Marketing workshop to find out if you are covering all your meat marketing costs?including your TIME?and bringing in a profit.
*** CLASS FULL *** Herd Manager Training - 2 Day Program, Day 1
March 16, 2018
9:30am - 3:00 pm
Phelps, NY
The Herd Manager Training is a 2 day program held one week apart from each other. The program will be held on farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk through and discussion.
Who should attend: Those who work directly with cows or train people that do.
This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits.
Who should attend: Those who work directly with cows or train people that do.
This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits.
Meat & Greet Farmer & Chef Fair
March 17, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Geneva, NY
The Meat & Greet Farmer and Chef Fair is your chance to connect with customers. Open to all kinds of Finger Lakes livestock farms with all kinds of species and cuts. Bring your marketing material and be eager to talk about their products. Regional chefs will provide local meat cooking demonstrations with meat from farms in attendance - and free tasting samples! The cost is $25 per farm.
This event is free and open to the public. Free parking will be available in HWS Medbery Lot adjacent to Pulteney Street.
*** CLASS FULL *** Herd Manager Training - 2 Day Program, Day 2
March 23, 2018
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Oakfield, NY
The Herd Manager Training is a 2 day program held one week apart from each other. The program will be held on farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk through and discussion.
Who should attend: Those who work directly with cows or train people that do.
This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits.
Who should attend: Those who work directly with cows or train people that do.
This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits.
April 2018
Changes coming to the MPP Dairy Program
April 9, 2018
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
A risk management tool for dairy producers.
May 2018
CANCELLED** Beef Quality Assurance Training**CANCELLED
May 5, 2018
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Gainesville, NY
The goal of this national program is to maximize consumer confidence and acceptance of beef by focusing the producer's attention to daily production practices that influence the safety, wholesomeness, and quality of beef and beef products.
Pasture & Farm Walk
May 17, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Stafford, NY
Join us as we walk the pastures and discuss Garry's goals and suggest improvements. We will relocate to his home farm in LeRoy for further discussion and refreshments.
Taking a Holistic Approach to Managing Your Land
May 24, 2018
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Piffard, NY
Have you ever wondered what your woods can do for you? During this session, we will be joined by a forester, who will share information about woodlot management and timber contracts. Attendees will also gain an understanding of soil types and soil health as well as the effect compaction can have on their land. In a final discussion, we will talk about drainage and about how the installation of tile drains can greatly impact the productively of your land. This day will take place 'on the farm' so that attendees can 'discuss' but also 'see' what we will be talking about throughout the day so dress appropriately!
June 2018
Beef Quality Assurance Training
June 2, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lyons, NY
The goal of this national program is to maximize consumer confidence and acceptance of beef by focusing the producer's attention to daily production practices that influence the safety, wholesomeness, and quality of beef and beef products.
Cattle Handling Systems Importance for BQA
June 14, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Gainesville, NY
Providing facilities that allow safe, humane, and efficient movement and/or restraint of cattle is part of the Code of Cattle Care for Beef Quality Assurance. Facilities provide for disease prevention practices to protect herd health, including access to veterinary medical care. This workshop will cover some key concepts for animal health and handling and provide an opportunity to hear and share personal experiences.
Malting Barley, Wheat & Rye Twilight Tour
June 21, 2018
5:30 p.m
Geneva, NY
Come walk through the Cornell winter malting barley, wheat and hybrid rye variety trial and take a tour of all the varieties being tested in 2018.
See which varieties will look good on your farm next year!
July 2018
Respirator Fit Testing Clinics
July 16 - July 17, 2018
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dundee, NY
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) is pleased to provide respirator fit testing clinics in the following counties: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne & Yates.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
2018 CCE Adirondack Summer Excursion
July 21, 2018
9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Utica, NY
The New York State Association of Agricultural County Agents (NYSACAA) is dedicated to providing members of Cornell Cooperative Extension community with continuing education, a voice on campus and ways to keep connected with each other. Regional, statewide and national meetings bring members together for professional improvement and social interaction.
The board of directors has once again endorsed a summer social event to bring extension folks from across the state together this summer on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad
The board of directors has once again endorsed a summer social event to bring extension folks from across the state together this summer on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad
(http://www.adirondackrr.com/adkrr/). You do not have to be a NYSACAA member to join us! This excursion is open to all county, regional and campus employees and their families. It is unfortunate that there are county fairs in progress on that day, however this was the best choice for railroad operation purposes.
New York Corn & Soybean Growers Association Summer Crop Tour
July 26, 2018
8:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
Mount Morris, NY
Featured keynote speaker Dr. Fred E. Below a Professor of Crop Physiology in the Department of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois. The program will focus on cover crops, soil health, and of course yields!
August 2018
Pastured Pork Workshop
August 15, 2018
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Naples, NY
Come and hear how heritage pigs are raised on pasture.
Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Workshops
August 23 - August 24, 2018
Morning and Afternoon sessions
Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Are you prepared to set your operation up for success? Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest workshops to hear the latest research-backed strategies you can implement on your dairy this corn silage season.
2018 New York Corn & Soybean Yield Contest ***deadline extended to 9/1/18***
August 25 - September 1, 2018
***Deadline Extended to September 1, 2018***. See attached flyer for Contest Rules and Entry Form.
No-Till & Never-Till Soil Health Workshop
August 28, 2018
12:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Stafford, NY
The Western New York Soil Health Alliance will be holding a Soil Health Workshop focusing on No-Till practices and benefits. They will be digging underground to look at a section of field that has NEVER had any tillage and compare it to the adjacent area with a history of tillage practices. In addition, there will be information on the problem of slugs and voles in the higher residue farming practices.
September 2018
Mortality Disposal: Looking for Solutions Roundtable Event
September 28, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
Please join Cornell Waste Management Institute (CWMI), Cornell Cooperative Extension, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) for a round-table to discuss composting and burial rules and guidance, as well as problems and solutions that will encourage new and existing facilities to compost mortalities, explore incineration, digestion and any other disposal ideas that protect human, livestock and environmental health.
September 28, 2018 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wyoming County Ag and Business Center, 36 Center Street, Suite B, Warsaw, NY 14569. The meeting will be held in Learning Center Room #1.
September 28, 2018 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wyoming County Ag and Business Center, 36 Center Street, Suite B, Warsaw, NY 14569. The meeting will be held in Learning Center Room #1.
October 2018
Salmonella Dublin Meetings - two dates - Perry Vet Oct 3 and Attica Vet Oct 11
October 3, 2018
5:30 p.m. Please RSVP to 585-969-9115 by 9/28 (light refreshments)
Perry, NY
Salmonella Dublin has been a growing concern in the dairy, veal, and beef industries in our area. You are invited to attend the following producer meetings concerning this emerging topic.
Salmonella Dublin meeting Oct 11, 2018 (registration deadline 10/1)
October 11, 2018
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. please register at 585-591-2660 or email: atticavettech@yahoo.com by 10/1
Warsaw, NY
Salmonella Dublin has been a growing concern in the dairy, veal, and beef industries in our area. You are invited to attend the following producer meetings concerning this emerging topic.
Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training **CLASS FULL**
October 26 - November 9, 2018
Two-day program, held two weeks apart: Oct 26th and Nov 9th, each meet at 9:30 a.m - 3:00 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension and Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY are holding a two-day Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training at several locations in October and November.
November 2018
Farm Business Evaluation & Branching into New Business Opportunities
November 9 - November 16, 2018
Two-Part Course, November 9th & 16th, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Penn Yan, NY
This two-part course will cover how to evaluate the profitability of your operation, effective bookkeeping for farms, and how to evaluate risk and profit potential of new or expanded enterprises to your farm.
December 2018
2018 Feed Dealer Seminar with guest speakers Dr. Tom Overton and Dr. Kristan Reed, Ph.D.
December 14, 2018
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with lunch provided
Batavia, NY
The Feed Dealer Seminars are specifically targeted for nutritionists, veterinarians, crop and management 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 for many years with an additional Vermont location held during the past several years in collaboration with the Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance.
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Upcoming Events
2026 Corn Silage Dry Down Day- Yates County
September 14, 2026
Himrod, NY
Bring a sample of corn stalks from each field you anticipate harvesting for corn silage to receive whole plant dry matter value, estimated harvest date range, and information on best management practices for the 2026 corn silage harvest.
2026 Corn Silage Dry Down Day- Seneca County
September 15, 2026
Romulus, NY
Bring a sample of corn stalks from each field you anticipate harvesting for corn silage to receive whole plant dry matter value, estimated harvest date range, and information on best management practices for the 2026 corn silage harvest.
2026 Dairy Feeder School- Wyoming County
November 11, 2026
Perry, NY
Registration will open by the end of September.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Join the Regional Dairy Specialists for a one day on-farm training for dairy farm feeders. The training will be offered in English and Spanish and will feature stations with hands-on activities and demonstrations.
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