Events - month view
earlier monthsMay 2017
Artisan Cheeses of Western New York
May 17, 2017
6:30pm - 9:00pm
East Aurora, NY
Western New York is producing some of the most interesting and most thoughtfully created artisan cheeses in the state. Cornell Cooperative Extension Dairy Processing Specialist (and Harvest NY team member) Carl Moody will give an overview of the cheese making process and share what artisan cheesemakers are doing in the region as well as samples of some of their best work.
Successful Reproductive Management Forum - Ontario Location
May 19, 2017
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY
A few of the leading reproductive herds in the Northeast will share how they achieve outstanding reproductive reslults through a roundtable discussion. Key takeaways will include how adherence to protocols and overall consistency lead to reproductive success.
Successful Reproductive Management Forum - Wyoming Location
May 20, 2017
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Warsaw, NY
A few of the leading reproductive herds in the Northeast will share how they achieve outstanding reproductive reslults through a roundtable discussion. Key takeaways will include how adherence to protocols and overall consistency lead to reproductive success.
June 2017
Twilight Beef Farm Tour
June 7, 2017
7pm-9pm
Carthage, NY
Day on the Farm
June 10, 2017
10am-2pm
Adams Center, NY
Leaders In Innovative Dairy Production and Cow Comfort
June 20, 2017
10am - 7pm
Lacona, NY
Tim & Renee Alford and Family invite the farming community to come see the innovative technologies at North Ridge Dairy.
Malting Barley, Wheat & Rye Twilight Tour
June 22, 2017
5:30 pm
Hamlin, 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 2017.
See which varieties will look good on your farm next year! Meet other barley, wheat and rye producers and maltsters in WNY.
Multi-Species Pasture Walk in Broome County
June 29, 2017
6-8 pm
Glen Aubrey, NY
This multi-species pasture walk will feature farm hosts,Pete Reynolds and Carol McGee, who will share their experiences of establishing their farmstead and pasture infrastructure to building their beef and lamb markets.
Topics to be covered include: building grazing infrastructure, multi-species grazing and marketing, pasture management and pasture species, role and use of soil and forage testing and accessing cost share program with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Broome County Soil and Water Conservation Service.
Topics to be covered include: building grazing infrastructure, multi-species grazing and marketing, pasture management and pasture species, role and use of soil and forage testing and accessing cost share program with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Broome County Soil and Water Conservation Service.
Co-Sponsored with: USDA, NRCS & Broome County Soil & Water
Grazing Strategies for Farm Profitability
June 30, 2017
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Alfred, NY
Show Me the Money: Grazing Strategies for Farm Profitability.
July 2017
School of Logging
July 10 - August 5, 2017
Paul Smith College is offering a truly unique timber harvesting experience. Prepare yourself to work successfully in mechanized timber harvesting operations! Learn to safely operate common logging equipment and conduct an authentic timber harvesting operation, tour regional logging operations and sawmills, and interact with professionals from all aspects of the forest products supply chain.
Twilight Dairy Meeting - Cow Comfort and Safe Handling
July 12, 2017
6 - 8 pm
Preble, NY
Owner Dr Mike Griep DVM will talk about cow comfort and facilities - both sands beds and mattresses.
Jim Carrabba with NYCAMH will present on safe animal handling.
Tour of new freestall facility to follow presentations. Builders will be on hand to answer questions about construction.
Multi-Species Pasture Walk: lamb and beef
July 13 - June 19, 2017
6-8 pm
Tully, NY
Host Erin Hull will share her experience:
- Establishing the farm
- building grazing infrastructure
- grazing lambs and grass-based beef
- pasture management an pasture species
- supplementing pasture with difficult weather patterns
- Lucky 13's marketing stragegies
- Accessing cost-share programs and technical assistance from the county soil & water conservation district
Multi-Species Pasture Walk: lamb and beef
July 13, 2017
6-8 pm
Tully, NY
Host Erin Hull will share her experience:
- Establishing the farm
- building grazing infrastructure
- grazing lambs and grass-based beef
- pasture management an pasture species
- supplementing pasture with difficult weather patterns
- Lucky 13's marketing strategies
- Accessing cost-share programs and technical assistance from the county soil & water conservation district
Co-Sponsored with: Onondaga County Soil and Water Conservation District
Robot Farm Tours
July 20, 2017
10am - 3pm, lunch on own
Lisle, NY
Tour two dairy farms with robotic milking facilities and learn about how each producer makes technology work for their farm. *Please note that this workshop is targeted for producers who are considering transitioning to robotic milkers, not the general public.
Beef Producer Meeting
July 20, 2017
6:30 pm
Little Falls, NY
The CNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Team is hosting a meeting for local beef producers.
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Upcoming Events
Science-Based Strategies for Equine Pasture Management in the Northeast Series
March 5, 2025 : Session One: Introduction & The Role of Pastures in Equine Health & Nutrition
March 19, 2025 : Session Two: Soil Health & Fertility Management & Forage Selection & Establishment
April 2, 2025 : Session Three: Grazing Management Strategies & Weed & Pest Management
April 16, 2025 : Session Four: Manure & Nutrient Cycling & Seasonal & Long-Term Pasture Maintenance
April 30, 2025 : Session Five: Real-World Applications & Expert Insights & Conclusion & Actionable Steps
Cornell Cow Convos Podcast- Episode 22 Release
April 24, 2025
Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 22
https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos
Beef and Dairy Bovine Reproduction and Artificial Insemination Training Course
April 25 - April 26, 2025
Avon, NY
Join us for a two-day workshop with hands-on training that will be offered in English only in cooperation with Javier Cheang, Genex. Space is limited, register today!
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