17 Events - year view
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2017 Empire State Producers Expo
January 16, 2017 : 2017 Becker Forum
2017 Empire State Producers Expo
January 17, 2017 - January 19, 2017
More information can be found at https://nysvga.org/expo/information/, the Expo program and Online Registration will be available by mid-November.
2017 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
January 30 - February 27, 2017
7pm - 9:30pm, Exam 27 Feb - 6:30pm - 11pm
Canadaigua, NY
2017 Pesticide Training & Recertification Series in Ontario County
Cost: $175.00 for certification which includes the training manuals and all 4 classes. Does not include the $100.00 exam fee. Recertification is $25.00 per class.
Cost: $175.00 for certification which includes the training manuals and all 4 classes. Does not include the $100.00 exam fee. Recertification is $25.00 per class.
2017 Prune Smarter Not Harder Workshops presented by CCE - LOF
January 5, 2017 : 2017 Niagara County Winter Pruning
Please Note Pruning Meeting in Oswego County April 11!
February 17
2017 LOF Winter Fruit School Lockport
February 6, 2017
8am registration, 8:30am - 3:20pm
Lockport, NY
February 6, 2017 - CCE of Niagara, Lockport, NY
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click on details for registration information and WFS agenda.
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click on details for registration information and WFS agenda.
2017 LOF Winter Fruit School Newark
February 7, 2017
8am registration, 8:30am - 3:20pm
Newark, NY
February 7, 2017 - Newark Garden Hotel, Newark, NY
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click details for registration information and WFS agenda.
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click details for registration information and WFS agenda.
2017 Prune Smarter Not Harder Workshops presented by CCE - LOF
February 28, 2017 : 2017 Orleans Winter Pruning
Please Note Pruning Meeting in Oswego County April 11!
March 17
2017 Lake Ontario Fruit Program Spanish School Orleans County
March 4, 2017
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Waterport, NY
This meeting will include the basics of tree nursery production, together with information on grafting and pruning. There will be hands-on demonstrations.
March 4 Orleans County
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March 4 Orleans County
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Effective Orchard Spraying
March 7, 2017 : Effective Orchard Spraying Orleans County 7 March 2017
March 8, 2017 : Effective Orchard Spraying Wayne County 8 March 2017
An in-depth training will improve your knowledge of spraying techniques, leading to better deposition, less drift and better disease and insect control. It will also include information on any new developments in sprayer design, etc.
~5 DEC credits, please preregister by March 3rd.
~5 DEC credits, please preregister by March 3rd.
2017 Lake Ontario Fruit Program Spanish School Wayne County
March 11, 2017
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Alton, NY
Pre-registration has been extended through today. This meeting will include the basics of tree nursery production, together with information on grafting and pruning. There will be hands-on demonstrations.
March 11 Wayne County
Please click details for more information and registration.
March 11 Wayne County
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In-depth Workshop on Management of Weeds in Fruit and Vegetables
March 23, 2017
8am-8:15am Registration, DEC sign-up, 8:15am - 3:30pm
Albion, NY
This workshop will cover weed biology, identification tools, management strategies for broadleaves, grasses & sedges, spray technology, & safety requirements of herbicides.
Please click details for agenda pdf & online registration.
Please click details for agenda pdf & online registration.
Tasting analysis of Honeycrisp
March 30, 2017 : Tasting analysis of Honeycrisp - Eastern NY & Niagara/Orleans County Samples
March 31, 2017 : Tasting analysis of Honeycrisp - Wayne County Samples
March 30, 2017 (Eastern NY and Niagara/Orleans county samples)
March 31, 2017 (Wayne county samples)
Tasting starts at 10:00am - approximately 2 pm or earlier
Please pre-register for this free event.
As many of you may know, We've been working on a statewide precision harvest management experiment, a 2 year funded USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant and New York Farm Viability Grant, "Measuring and Extending the Benefits of More Accurate Honeycrisp Harvest Predictions". This project is a continuation of Terence Robinson's precision harvest management work with some modifications. It focuses on Honeycrisp within the 3 main production regions of the state, in which many of you were involved.
The main goal of this experiment is to develop guidelines for precision harvest management by determining if Honeycrisp orchards can be evaluated at harvest for storage potential using fruit dry matter content, fruit mineral (peel and flesh) content, the DA meter, and piecing together complex block histories and cultural practices.
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March 31, 2017 (Wayne county samples)
Tasting starts at 10:00am - approximately 2 pm or earlier
Please pre-register for this free event.
As many of you may know, We've been working on a statewide precision harvest management experiment, a 2 year funded USDA Specialty Crops Block Grant and New York Farm Viability Grant, "Measuring and Extending the Benefits of More Accurate Honeycrisp Harvest Predictions". This project is a continuation of Terence Robinson's precision harvest management work with some modifications. It focuses on Honeycrisp within the 3 main production regions of the state, in which many of you were involved.
The main goal of this experiment is to develop guidelines for precision harvest management by determining if Honeycrisp orchards can be evaluated at harvest for storage potential using fruit dry matter content, fruit mineral (peel and flesh) content, the DA meter, and piecing together complex block histories and cultural practices.
Click on details for more information.
2017 Prune Smarter Not Harder Workshops presented by CCE - LOF
March 1, 2017 : 2017 Wayne County Winter Pruning
Please Note Pruning Meeting in Oswego County April 11!
April 17
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course + Optional Food Safety Plan Writing Workshop
April 5 - April 6, 2017
April 5: 8am-5pm; April 6: 8AM - 3PM
Batavia, NY
Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in 112.22(c) that requires 'At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.'
Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training Class
April 4, 2017 : Wayne County Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training Class
April 5, 2017 : Orleans County Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training Class
Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training Class for Non-Certified Applicators and Handlers of Federally Restricted-Use Pesticides.
Pre-Registration is Required by March 31, 2017.
Certified Supervisors are required to attend the first 30 minutes of training!
New York DEC notes that the Special Permit process is intended for farm workers with English language skills that are not adequate to pass the DEC private applicators exam. All others are encouraged to apply for their private applicators license via taking the certification exam.
Workers requiring general pesticide training/Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Handler training who do not need special permits are welcome to take the class; they will not be tested and will receive a course participation certificate.
Please click on details for more information and registration form.
Pre-Registration is Required by March 31, 2017.
Certified Supervisors are required to attend the first 30 minutes of training!
New York DEC notes that the Special Permit process is intended for farm workers with English language skills that are not adequate to pass the DEC private applicators exam. All others are encouraged to apply for their private applicators license via taking the certification exam.
Workers requiring general pesticide training/Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Handler training who do not need special permits are welcome to take the class; they will not be tested and will receive a course participation certificate.
Please click on details for more information and registration form.
2017 Prune Smarter Not Harder Workshops presented by CCE - LOF
April 11, 2017 : 2017 Oswego County Winter Pruning
Please Note Pruning Meeting in Oswego County April 11!
May 17
No Events Scheduled at this Time
June 17
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
June 13, 2017
8am-5:15pm
Newark, NY
Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in 112.22(c) that requires 'At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.'
Grower Input Needed on Apple Tree Insurance Program
June 27, 2017
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Newark, NY
AgriLogic Consulting LLC is working with US Apple Association and other industry groups on the development of an apple tree insurance program in addition to the existing fruit insurance program. AgriLogic is very experienced in developing other tree insurance programs as well as a wide range of other risk management tools. This project is being developed in cooperation with the USDA Risk Management Agency and once approved the policy will be available to apple growers in a similar way to other RMA supported crop insurance programs. Initially the program will be offered in New York, Michigan, Washington, Oregon, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Virginia. The preliminary design for the apple tree insurance program would cover weather-related perils that damage trees, with fire blight coverage available as an option. The high cost of new plantings is a major reason for grower interest in this new risk management tool.
July 17
2017 LOF Summer Fruit Tour - Sticking to the Lake!
July 12, 2017
Registration & DEC Credit Sign Up, 8 AM, Program Runs 8:30 AM to approximately 4 - 4:30 PM
We have received for 0.75 hrs of DEC Recertification Credits AM session, 1.0 hrs PM Session, categories 1A, 10, and 22.
We also have CCA credits, 2.0 hrs AM session in 4 different categories, and 1.5 hrs PM session in 2 categories.
There is no charge to attend, thanks to Sponsor and Donor support, but pre-registration will be required for accurate lunch counts and handouts.
Online registration closes on July 9, for last-minute registration, please call Judy Glann at 315-331-8415, Ext 117 by Tuesday, July 11, at Noon.
We also have CCA credits, 2.0 hrs AM session in 4 different categories, and 1.5 hrs PM session in 2 categories.
There is no charge to attend, thanks to Sponsor and Donor support, but pre-registration will be required for accurate lunch counts and handouts.
Online registration closes on July 9, for last-minute registration, please call Judy Glann at 315-331-8415, Ext 117 by Tuesday, July 11, at Noon.
2017 CCE LOF Spanish Summer Fruit Tour
July 22, 2017
Arriveal 12:45pm Tour Begins @ 1pm - 5pm
Geneva, NY
"The Science behind Horticulture"
What will Hispanic orchard workers learn in Geneva this year? Tour attendants will be welcomed and introduced to the Station by John Adams at the FRU facilities. There will be a tractor safety and a pesticide storage/handling demonstration session.
What will Hispanic orchard workers learn in Geneva this year? Tour attendants will be welcomed and introduced to the Station by John Adams at the FRU facilities. There will be a tractor safety and a pesticide storage/handling demonstration session.
Storage Workshop 2017
July 28, 2017
2-4 PM
Rochester, NY
Please Join us in hearing Dr. Chris Watkins give
updates on NY1 and NY2, Gala and Honeycrisp.
In addition recent research on, DCA technology, Harvista and 1-MCP will be presented as well.
updates on NY1 and NY2, Gala and Honeycrisp.
In addition recent research on, DCA technology, Harvista and 1-MCP will be presented as well.
August 17
Calling all Next Generation and New Fruit Growers!
August 8 - June 10, 2017
Champlain Tree Fruit Study Tour
Join us for the second annual Next Generation study tour. This year we will be travelling to the beautiful Champlain region of New York State and Vermont where McIntosh was King. Like many tree fruit regions of the country there has been tremendous change and the Champlain region is no exception. The Champlain has adapted to the changes in the market place and are now very successful at growing more popular varieties like Honeycrisp, SweeTango, NY1 and NY2. The growing region is also diverse with many retail operations and hard cideries that focus on the tourist trade.
Join us for the second annual Next Generation study tour. This year we will be travelling to the beautiful Champlain region of New York State and Vermont where McIntosh was King. Like many tree fruit regions of the country there has been tremendous change and the Champlain region is no exception. The Champlain has adapted to the changes in the market place and are now very successful at growing more popular varieties like Honeycrisp, SweeTango, NY1 and NY2. The growing region is also diverse with many retail operations and hard cideries that focus on the tourist trade.
Online Sponsorship Opportunity for Lake Champlain study tour for the Young Fruit Farmers
August 8 - August 10, 2017
Now sponsors of the Lake Champlain study tour for next generation fruit growers can sponsor online via credit card.
Please click on view details for more information.
These options can also be accessed by going to Sponsorship at bottom of page.
Please click on view details for more information.
These options can also be accessed by going to Sponsorship at bottom of page.
National Apple Crop Insurance Policy Stakeholder Review Meeting
August 16, 2017
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Rochester, NY
>USDAs Risk Management Agency (RMA) is reviewing the National Apple Crop Insurance Policy for potential changes to be made in crop year 2018. RMA would like to meet with a focus group to discuss current policy issues and concerns. Apple producers, agents, and educators are all invited. RMA desires public input before any changes to the policy are made.
A PowerPoint will be presented that details the New York Apple policy performance and concerns. Experts from RMA's actuarial branch will be available to answer questions.
A PowerPoint will be presented that details the New York Apple policy performance and concerns. Experts from RMA's actuarial branch will be available to answer questions.
Storage Workshop 2017
August 30, 2017
2-4 PM
Rochester, NY
Come join us to hear Dr. Chris Watkins give updates on NY1 and NY2, Gala and Honeycrisp.
New information will also be presented on DCA technology, Harvista and 1-MCP.
New information will also be presented on DCA technology, Harvista and 1-MCP.
September 17
Cornell Fruit Pest Control Field Days
September 7 - September 8, 2017
8:30 AM - Noon
The tour will proceed to the orchards to view plots and preliminary data from field trails involving new fungicides, bactericides, miticides and insecticides.
Sept. 7 : Barton Lab Lobby, NYSAES
Sept. 8: Hudson Valley Lab
This event is FREE and pre-registration is not required.
For more information click details.
Sept. 7 : Barton Lab Lobby, NYSAES
Sept. 8: Hudson Valley Lab
This event is FREE and pre-registration is not required.
For more information click details.
Best Management Practices for High Tunnel Nutrition and Soil Health
September 13, 2017
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Poughkeepsie, NY
Soil tests, foliar tests, foliar feeds, fertigation, managing for yield...long term soil health in a high tunnel isn't a simple process. It can have a lot of components and require a fair amount of analysis. Cornell Cooperative Extension, partnering with NOFA-NY in a New York Farm Viability Institute funded project, have been working to identify long-term soil health and fertility best management practices. We will share what has been learned.
October 17
No Events Scheduled at this Time
November 17
Good to Great - Improving Agriculture Labor Management
November 7 - March 6, 2018
A 4-part workshop by USDA - Northeast Extension RMA, The Cornell Farmworker Program, and CCE.
Your employees are your most valuable resources.
For workshop times and locations click view details.
Your employees are your most valuable resources.
For workshop times and locations click view details.
Apple Breeding Meeting & the Opportunity to Taste Advanced Selections
November 21, 2017
1:00 - 3:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Come to view and sample some of the apple selections from the Cornell Apple Breeding Program. Susan Brown and Kevin Maloney will give an introduction and update on progress in the apple breeding program. We also invite growers to comment on their own variety testing results and share comments on future industry needs.
For registration & comment sharing info please click view details.
For registration & comment sharing info please click view details.
Apple Tree Insurance Producer Listening Session
November 28, 2017
8:30am-10:00am
Highland, NY
The purpose of this listening session is to gather information regarding the specific needs and desires of growers in order to assist us in developing a program that will best benefit the apple industry. For those that can not attend in person, an online conference option will be proved.
Click view details for more information.
Click view details for more information.
December 17
No Events Scheduled at this Time
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Upcoming Events
2026 Virtual Orchard Meetup Series
February 27, 2026 : Session 1 - The Impacts of Weather on Pome Fruit Quality and Storability: Lessons Learned
The Impacts of Weather on Pome Fruit Quality and Storability: Lessons from 2025 - The first meetup will be conducted live on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 10:30pm (PST)/1:30pm (EST). The webinar will last 90 minutes. The format will include brief presentations by two SPARC scientists, followed by a packer/grower panel of industry leaders across North America. The meetup will conclude with an open discussion in a very inclusive virtual format. Viewers are invited to share solutions, ask questions, and interact with scientists and panelists. The program is free of charge.
June 11, 2026 : Session 2
Details to follow.
June 18, 2026
Details to follow.
June 25, 2026 : Session 4
Details to follow.
Cornell Fruit Field Day
July 30, 2026
Geneva, NY
Join Cornell researchers in Geneva for Fruit Field Day, returning after 10 years, to tour research plots, learn from experts—including Terence Robinson with 40+ years in tree fruit research—and explore the latest orchard technologies and practices.