2026 Winter Fruit Schools - Save the Date
CCE-LOF are excited to bring you a return to LOF's Winter Fruit Schools, in which there will be two nearly identical programs on consecutive days in two locations in LOF's territory. We are in the process of putting together the program, and have garnered key input from our growers, businesses, and other personnel. The program will include pest management, pollination, horticulture, precision Ag, an update from the New York Apple Association and much more. We will send you the full program when it's nearly finalized. There will be morning and afternoon breaks, and lunch. Lunches and refreshments during the breaks are included with your registration fee.
Registration and further event details will be made available as the event date approaches.
Event Details
Date
February 4, 2026
Time
Full Day
Location
CCE Niagara
4487 Lake Ave
Lockport, NY 14094
Host
Lake Ontario Fruit ProgramCraig Kahlke
585-735-5448
email Craig Kahlke
2026 Winter Fruit School - Niagara County
Registration and further event details will be made available as the event date approaches.
Event Details
Date
February 5, 2026
Time
Full Day
Location
Rootstock Cider & Spirits
3274 Eddy Rd
Williamson, NY 14853
Host
Lake Ontario Fruit ProgramCraig Kahlke
585-735-5448
email Craig Kahlke
2026 Winter Fruit School - Wayne County
Registration and further event details will be made available as the event date approaches.
Apples
Apricots
Asian Pears
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Gooseberries
Nectarines
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Raspberries / Blackberries
Strawberries
Unusual Fruit
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