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July 2015
Aurora Farm Field Day

July 16, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Aurora, NY
New York's farming community is invited to learn about the latest research on field crops, soil and pest management during the annual field day at Cornell University's Musgrave Research Farm in Aurora, featuring farm tours, demonstrations and presentations. Hosted by the Integrated Field Crop, Soil, and Pest Management Program Work Team in conjunction with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station.
Dairy Environmental Systems & Climate Adaptation Conference
July 29 - July 31, 2015
8 am - 5 pm
Ithaca, NY
This 2-day regional conference on July 29 - 31, 2015 will feature a unique opportunity to learn about emerging dairy housing and manure management systems in conjunction with regional climate trends and national and international drivers, along with adaptation strategies for the Northeast and upper mid-west U.S, and to visit the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York.
August 2015
Beef Quality Assurance Training - Empire Farm Days
August 11, 2015
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Seneca Falls, NY

The NWNY Team is working with the NYS BQA committee to conduct A BQA in a Day training during Empire Farm Days.
Manure Pit Safety Demonstration
August 17, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Benton Center, NY

Yates County Emergency Services, Soil & Water Conservation, Cornell Cooperative Extension along with NYCAMH are pleased to announce the Manure Pit Safety demonstration unit will be at Benton Fire Station in Benton Center.
Hay Making Workshop
August 20, 2015
6 pm sign-in, 6:30-8:30 pm
Cortland, NY
The workshop will focus on:
- Machinery Overview for making Dry Hay
- Proper Adjustments for Equipment
- Small Square Bales & Large Round Bales
- Acid application & calibration
- Proper Storage of Dry Hay
- Caring for your Hay Stand
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 24, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Groton, NY

The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 25, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Lisbon, NY

The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
Pre-Harvest Forage Day
August 26, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Avon, NY

Pre-Harvest Forage Day will be an excellent opportunity for farm employees and owners/managers alike to come out and hear from some of our top regional experts on what they can do to ensure that what goes into the bunk will come out as a high quality feed.
No registration necessary.
Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop
August 26, 2015
10:30 am - 3 pm
Homer, NY
The SCNY team will be hosting a Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop at McMahon's EZ Acres. Pro-Dairy's Karl Czymmek and NYCAMH's Jim Carraba will be there to lead the discussion and answer questions. The workshop will focus on:
- General farm safety
- The Dairy Dozen & OSHA guidelines
- What to do if your farm has an unplanned OSHA inspection
- Update on OSHA LEP inspection
- How to manage after the inspection
- Fines/Fine Reductions
There will also be a local farm present to talk about their unplanned inspection. After lunch, there will be a walkthrough of facilities to highlight areas to focus on.
Any questions, please call Betsy at 607.753.5213 or email her at bjh246@cornell.edu.
NY Farms to Host National Grazinglands Trailer, Healthy Soils for Dairy Grazers Workshops August 24,
August 26, 2015
10am-2:30pm
Little Falls, NY

The New York Grazing Coalition, Organic Valley Cooperative, and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting three free on-farm healthy soils workshops for dairy operators who graze their cows. The workshops in Groton, Lisbon and Little Falls, NY, will feature hand-on learning opportunities with the National Grazinglands Coalition Soil Health Trailer and soil health presenters.
September 2015
Soil Health Field Day
September 3, 2015
10:00am-3:00pm
Schoharie, NY
Corn Silage Harvest Workshop
September 9, 2015
1:00pm -3:00pm
Horseheads, NY
Topics to Include:Target Dry Matter for Harvest, Kernel Processing, Chop Length, Packing Tractors & Fill Rate, Managing shrink
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Corn Silage Harvest Workshop
September 10, 2015
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Whitney Point, NY
Topics to Include:Target Dry Matter for Harvest, Kernel Processing, Chop Length, Packing Tractors & Fill Rate, Managing shrink
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
Speakers:Tom Zorn, Cows Come First and Janice Degni & Betsy Hicks, CCE SCNY Dairy & Field Crops Team
Come early and bring 3-4 stalks of your corn (label fields) to be chipped and dried down for dry matters
-Light refreshments & drinks will be offered
-Live demonstrations for determining packing weight needed, bunk density, processing and more
-Updates on current conditions?we may be into chopping!
RSVP to Jen Atkinson at (607) 753-5078 - Questions to Betsy Hicks(607) 753-5213
Temple Grandin to visit Ontario County
September 17, 2015
12:00 p.m.
Stanley, NY

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.
NO WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
12 Noon - 3:30 PM
Lawnhurst Farms, LLC, 4124 County Road 5, Stanley, NY
This event is designed for dairy and beef farmers to help them improve livestock handling. There will be time after the program for questions and book signing.
This event is designed for dairy and beef farmers to help them improve livestock handling. There will be time after the program for questions and book signing.
BQA in a Day
September 19, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY

Dr. Michael Baker, Cornell University Beef Cattle Extension Specialist, will be leading the classroom portion, covering care and husbandry, feedstuffs, feed additives and medications, processing and treatment records, and injectable health products. Dave Wilson, DVM will be leading the afternoon training, which will include proper animal handling and vaccine use.
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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