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August 2017

Twilight Dairy Meeting - Heifer Facility Tour

August 2, 2017
6-8 pm
Groton, NY

The Careys have upgraded both calf and heifer facilities in recent years.  Tour the facilities of both calves on milk and weaned heifers through transition.  Speaker Rich Toebe of CCE Delaware County will present his heifer growth study, covering age at first calving and growth curves to reach mature body size efficiently.  

Pre-EFD Dairy Calf Intensively Managed Housing/Feeding System - "Drive Yourself Tour" and Program

August 7, 2017
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Pre-EFD Dairy Calf Intensively Managed Housing/Feeding System - "Drive Yourself Tour" and Program
This is a "drive yourself tour" of two farms in Wyoming County in conjuction with PRO-DAIRY.

Integrated Pest Management in High Tunnels

August 10, 2017
1:00 pm
Gainesville, NY

Integrated Pest Management in High Tunnels
Join Cornell, NYS Integrated Pest Management, Cornell Vegetable Team, and CCE staff for a discussion on taking a pro-active approach to managing insects and diseases in the high tunnel or greenhouse setting.

Farm Truck Clinic

August 17, 2017
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Copenhagen, NY

Soybean/Small Grains Congress - Waterloo Location

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 22, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo, NY

Soil Health Workshop with Cover Crop Interseeder & Herbicide Demonstration

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 22, 2017
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Albion, NY

Soil Health Workshop with Cover Crop Interseeder & Herbicide Demonstration
Speakers: Wendy Taheri - a nationally recognized expert in Mycorrhizal Fungi and John Wallace - soon to be a Cornell professor with extensive experince in Drilled Interseeding of corn.

In the afternoon we will have a field demonstration of a test plot with 8 drilled interseedings of cover crops in field corn combined with a test of 4 different pre-emerge herbicides, in addition to Wendy Taheri demonstrating soil health features from a soil pit. 

Summer Dairy Research Update: Heifer Reproduction ~ Hypocalcemia

August 23, 2017
7-9 pm, Optional farm tour at 6 pm
Amsterdam, NY

"Reducing Replacement Heifers Rearing Cost through Improved Reproductive Management" and "Fresh Cow Calcium Supplementation- To Treat or Not to Treat" will be the two subjects at the Summer Dairy Research Update sponsored by PRO-DAIRY.

Farm Safety and OSHA Workshop

August 23, 2017
9:30 registration, 10 am - 3 pm program
Marietta, NY

Presenters: 
  • Karl Czymmek, Pro-Dairy
  • Keith Gillette & Michael Cappelli, NYSDOL
  • Danielle Volles, Volles Farm
Topics:  
  • OSHA updates, new NYS Local Emphasis Program updates
  • Summary of Farm Safety Audits by NYS Dept of Labor
  • Farm walkthrough, safety mechanisms in place

Summer Dairy Reproduction Update

August 24, 2017
7-9pm
Ithaca, NY

Summer Dairy Research Update
  • Heifer Reproduction
  • Hypocalcemia
Thursday, August 24th from 7-9pm
Cornell Vet Teaching Dairy, Tulip Tree Drive, Ithaca

Speakers will be:
  • Julio O. Giordano, DVM, MS, PhD - Cornell University, St. John Family Sesquicentennial, Assistant Professor-Dairy Cattle Biology & Management, Department of Animal Science
  • Magdalena Masello Souza, DVM - Cornell University, PhD Student-Dairy Cattle Biology & Management, Lab
  • Robert A. Lynch, DVM - Cornell University PRO-DAIRY Program, Herd Health & Management Specialist
Topics:

Reducing Replacement Heifers Rearing Cost through Improved Reproductive Management
Replacement cows generated by the heifer rearing enterprise are critical to the future of dairy farms. Nevertheless, raising heifers represents a major cost burden accounting for as much as 15 to 20% of the total cost of production. Thus, minimizing the duration of the non-lactating period by reducing days to pregnancy can help reduce farm operating costs. We will present new research data evaluating different reproductive management programs for dairy heifers in commercial dairy farms. The impact of these strategies on the reproductive performance and economics of heifers during their non-lactating period and their first lactation will be discussed.

Fresh Cow Calcium Supplementation- To Treat or Not to Treat
A recent large trial conducted on farms in New York State has provided insight into which cows truly benefit from oral calcium supplementation.  We will review the trial results to help you make practical decisions regarding post-calving calcium supplementation in your herds.

Registration is free, but required so we have an accurate count for refreshments.
Registration required by August 22nd-register online or contact Betsy Hicks at 607.391.2673 or email bjh246@cornell.edu.


2017 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Meeting ~ Stillwater

August 28, 2017
1-3:30 pm
Stillwater, NY

With continued low milk prices, getting the biggest bang for your buck out of your home-grown corn silage can help you get improved performance from your herd while also lowering dependence on purchased feed. Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest meetings to get up to speed on the latest research-backed strategies you can put to work on your dairy. 

2017 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Meeting ~ Cooperstown

August 29, 2017
1-3:30 pm
Cooperstown, NY

With continued low milk prices, getting the biggest bang for your buck out of your home-grown corn silage can help you get improved performance from your herd while also lowering dependence on purchased feed. Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest meetings to get up to speed on the latest research-backed strategies you can put to work on your dairy. 

2017 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Meeting ~ Sherburne

August 30, 2017
1-3:30 pm
Sherburne, NY

With continued low milk prices, getting the biggest bang for your buck out of your home-grown corn silage can help you get improved performance from your herd while also lowering dependence on purchased feed. Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest meetings to get up to speed on the latest research-backed strategies you can put to work on your dairy. 

2017 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Meeting ~ Cobleskill

August 31, 2017
1-3:30 pm
Cobleskill, NY

With continued low milk prices, getting the biggest bang for your buck out of your home-grown corn silage can help you get improved performance from your herd while also lowering dependence on purchased feed. Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest meetings to get up to speed on the latest research-backed strategies you can put to work on your dairy. 

September 2017

2017 Corn Silage Pre-Harvest Meeting ~ Fort Plain

September 1, 2017
1-3:30 pm
Fort Plain, NY

With continued low milk prices, getting the biggest bang for your buck out of your home-grown corn silage can help you get improved performance from your herd while also lowering dependence on purchased feed. Plan to attend one of the following on-farm Corn Silage Pre-Harvest meetings to get up to speed on the latest research-backed strategies you can put to work on your dairy. 

Summer Dairy Research Update: Heifer Reproduction & Hypocalcemia

September 6, 2017
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Batavia, NY

Summer Dairy Research Update: Heifer Reproduction & Hypocalcemia
Line-up of speakers:
  • Julio O. Giordano, DVM, MS, PhD, Cornell University, St. John Family Sesquicentennial, Assistant Professor - Dairy Cattle Biology & Management Department of Animal Science
  • Magdalena Masello Souza, DVM, Cornell University, PhD Student - Dairy Cattle Biology & Management Lab
  • Robert A. Lynch, DVM, Cornell Univeristy PRO-DAIRY Program, Herd Health & Management Specialist



Hire and Retain the Best

September 7, 2017
4:30 pm
Scipio Center, NY

Dairy producers please join us for this great hiring event!
With your attendance, you will be given the opportunity to hire for both internships and careers. Our guest speaker will visit with you on how to make your hiring techniques more effective.

Farm Fest 2017

September 9, 2017
Geneseo, NY

Farm Fest 2017
This year's event will be taking place at Dairy Knoll Farm, LLC. with special thanks to the Meyers Family.

CANCELLED **** BQA in a Day - Early Kick Off of BQA Month ***CANCELLED

September 16, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY

CANCELLED ****  BQA in a Day - Early Kick Off of BQA Month ***CANCELLED
Beef Quality Assurance Training. By attending a producer will become Level 1 certified.

Information Session on Growing Hemp

September 18, 2017
3:30-5:30
Endicott, NY

Nanticoke Gardens, Southern Tier Hemp LLC and Cornell Cooperative Extension would like to invite all interested Farmers and Growers to come to an open house and information session at Nanticoke Gardens. This will be an opportunity for those interested farmers to learn more about how to navigate the process of license application, security at your location, acquiring plants, and connecting with a buyer. 

Attendees can meet with the owners of Nanticoke Gardens, meet with representatives of Southern Tier Hemp LLC the creators of hemp wellness products and hear some input from Cornell Cooperative Extension on the support offered farmers through this process. 

Information Session on Growing Hemp

September 26, 2017
3:30-5:30 pm
Endicott, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension, Nanticoke Gardens, and Southern Tier Hemp LLC would like to invite all interested Farmers and Growers to come to an open house and information session at Nanticoke Gardens.

This will be an opportunity for those interested farmers to learn more about how to navigate the process of license application, security at your location, acquiring plants, and connecting with a buyer.

Attendees can meet with the owners of Nanticoke Gardens, representatives of Southern Tier Hemp LLC, the creators of hemp wellness products, and Cornell Cooperative Extension and the education support offered to farmers.

Southern Tier Stocker Initiative "Short Course"

September 30, 2017
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Southern Tier Stocker Initiative Short Course

September 30, 2017
10am - 3pm
Watertown, NY

Interested in learning about stocker cattle? This course is designed for farmers of all experience levels to learn about managing stocker cattle. This segment of the beef industry requires its own specific set of resources and places its own specific demands upon the manager.

Ontario County Fun on the Farm

September 30, 2017
S 11am- 4:00pm
Stanley, NY

Ontario County Fun on the Farm
Ontario County's 14th Fun on the Farm is being hosted by the Lightfoote Family at Lightland Farm in Stanley. 

October 2017

BQA in an Evening

October 13, 2017
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pavilion, NY

BQA in an Evening
Beef Quality Assurance training. By attending a producer will become Level 1 certified.

Feeder School - 2 day on-farm training, Day 1

October 25, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Canandaigua, NY

Feeder School - 2 day on-farm training, Day 1
Who Should Attend:
  • Those who are currently feeding dairy cows and want to learn more about the how and why of what they're doing.
  • Those who are interested in becoming a cow feeder and want to increase their knowledge of cow feeding.
  • Anyone interested in learning more about how to improve the feeding process on their farm.

Considering Small Scale Commercial Value-Added Dairy Production

October 26, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Penn Yan, NY

This presentation will introduce you to the ins and outs of small-scale cheese, yogurt and other value added dairy production.

We'll be covering:
  • How to get started
  • Funding: grant & loan opportunities
  • Examples of value-added businesses
  • How do I decide if this is right for me?
  • How to get started and regulation overview

Feeder School - 2 Days of On-Farm Training

October 26 - November 2, 2017
10am-3pm both days
Lansing & Whitney Point, NY

Who Should Attend:
  • Those who are currently feeding dairy cows and want to learn more about the how and why of what they're doing
  • Those who are interested in becoming a cow feeder and want to increase their knowledge of cow feeding
  • Anyone interested in learning more about how to improve the feeding process on their farm

Why Should You Vaccinate Beef Cattle?

October 26, 2017
6:30 pm
Herkimer, NY

Come find out why beef cattle need to be vaccinated.

Hire and Retain the Best

October 27, 2017
4:30 pm
Scipio Center, NY

Dairy producers please join us for this great hiring event!
With your attendance, you will be given the opportunity to hire for both internships and careers. Our guest speaker will visit with you on how to make your hiring techniques more effective.

Feeder School - 2 Days of on Farm Training

October 31 - November 7, 2017
10am - 3pm
Canton, NY

Who Should Attend:
• Those who are currently feeding dairy cows and want to learn more about
the how and why of what they're doing.
• Those who are interested in becoming a cow feeder and want to increase
their knowledge of cow feeding.
• Anyone interested in learning more about how to improve the feeding
process on their farm.

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Upcoming Events

Cornell Cow Convos Podcast- Episode 15 Release

November 28, 2024

Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 15

https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos

Cornell Cow Convos Podcast- Episode 16 Release

December 26, 2024

Cornell Cow Convos-Episode 16

https://soundcloud.com/user-301921459-118136586/sets/cornell-dairy-convos

2025 Corn Congress

Event Offers DEC Credits

January 9, 2025
Henrietta, NY

Participant Registration for the 2024 Corn Congress OPEN NOW! - January 9th 2025

NOW OFFERING 2 DEC Recertification CREDITS

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