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2018 Produce Auction Growers Meeting (Yates County)
January 4, 2018
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
This course will educate growers on disease and pest management, varieties and marketing issues in open field and high tunnel vegetables. Topics such as disease resistant varieties, pest/disease, cultural management and appropriate spray options.
Marketing Your Farm as a Great Place to Work
January 4, 2018
9-12pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Do you have a lot of staff turnover? Do you want to improve your communication skills about your farm business with your employees? Do you need an employee handbook? This workshop is for you.
What is my job? Hiring, training and evaluating farm employees effectively
January 4, 2018
1-4 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
How well do your employees understand their jobs?
Everyone wants farm employees who know what to do without being told. Unfortunately most people you hire or manage can't read minds. This workshop will help you develop effective tools for training and evaluating new employees or employees moving into new positions.
Are you managing your risks as a farm employer? The compliance and safety workshop
January 11, 2018
1:00pm-4:00pm
Ballston Spa, NY
This is the workshop that covers the nuts and bolts of risk management as a farm employer.
Keeping Good Staff when Money is Tight & Managing conflict in the workplace
January 11, 2018
10am-12pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Although everyone likes to be paid, money is not the only, or even most important, motivator for staff retention and performance. Poorly addressed conflict, however, can cost you good employees. Learn to motivate and retain farm staff while managing conflict and problem farm employees.
2018 Becker Forum: Farm Employment Practices - Planning for the Future
January 15, 2018
8:30 AM registration, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Becker Forum will take place on Monday, January 15, one day prior to the opening of the Empire State Producers Expo. The forum will focus on agricultural workforce issues with three general themes: securing a legal agricultural workforce, labor law compliance and H-2A program topics.
2018 Becker Forum: Farm Employment Practices - Planning for the Future
January 15, 2018
8:30 AM registration, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Becker Forum will take place on Monday, January 15, one day prior to the opening of the Empire State Producers Expo. The forum will focus on agricultural workforce issues with three general themes: securing a legal agricultural workforce, labor law compliance and H-2A program topics.
2018 Becker Forum: Farm Employment Practices - Planning for the Future
January 15, 2018
8:30 AM registration, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Becker Forum will take place on Monday, January 15, one day prior to the opening of the Empire State Producers Expo. The forum will focus on agricultural workforce issues with three general themes: securing a legal agricultural workforce, labor law compliance and H-2A program topics.
2018 Empire State Producers EXPO
January 16 - January 18, 2018
1.25 hr sessions throughout each day
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Empire State Producers Expo combines the major fruit, flower and vegetable associations of New York State in order to provide a comprehensive trade show and educational conference for New York producers, as well as the surrounding states and Eastern Canada.
2018 Empire State Producers EXPO
January 16 - January 18, 2018
1.25 hr sessions throughout each day
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Empire State Producers Expo combines the major fruit, flower and vegetable associations of New York State in order to provide a comprehensive trade show and educational conference for New York producers, as well as the surrounding states and Eastern Canada.
2018 Empire State Producers EXPO
January 16 - January 18, 2018
1.25 hr sessions throughout each day
Syracuse, NY
The 2018 Empire State Producers Expo combines the major fruit, flower and vegetable associations of New York State in order to provide a comprehensive trade show and educational conference for New York producers, as well as the surrounding states and Eastern Canada.
FSMA Grower Training Courses
January 16 - January 20, 2018
Who Should Attend? Click here for FSMA Produce Safety Rule Timeline. Commercial fruit & vegetable growers who gross more than 500K/yr need to be in compliance for most produce by this January, January 2019 for >250K-500K, and January 2020 for >25K-250K.
Click view details for more info and registration links.
Growing, Washing and Packing High Tunnel Winter Greens: Doing It and Doing It Well
January 18, 2018
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saratoga Springs, NY
NOFA-NY 2018 Winter Conference: Pre-Conference Event
This event promises to help growers bring their winter greens production to the next level -- both in the high tunnel and in the packshed. There will be an emphasis on best management practices in the high tunnel, especially practices which support long term soil health and fertility. In the packshed, processing efficiency and food safety will both be stressed.
The day will begin at 9:00 am in conference room Broadway 1, with workshops on issues and opportunities in winter high tunnel production and best practices for postharvest handling, including food safety concerns.
Upon completion of the workshops at 10:30 am, everyone will board a bus and travel to Paul and Sandy Arnold's Pleasant Valley Farm in Argyle, NY for a farm tour and farmer-led discussions in the high tunnel and packshed. A farm to table lunch, with a vegetarian option, will be served at the farm. After lunch, the tours and discussions will continue and then everyone will come together for a Q&A session with hot cider and light snacks. The bus will leave the farm at about 3:15 pm and should be back at the hotel by 4:00 pm.
2018 Western NY Fresh Market Winter Vegetable Meeting
January 31, 2018
8:00 AM registration, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM program
Lockport, NY
A regional meeting to discuss results from 2017 research trials and present information on pest management. Research and outreach programs supported by NY Farm Viability Institute. 3.0 DEC credits available.
Produce Grower Food Safety Training - FSMA and GAPs/HGAPs
January 31 - November 30, -0001
This program is for fruit and vegetable growers who need Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) certification or GAPs/HGAPs (Good Agricultural Practices/ Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices) training required by buyers (i.e. 3rd-party food safety audits based on a written food safety plan) or if you are just interested in learning about produce safety.
Over the course of the training, certified Produce Safety Alliance trainers will cover content contained in these seven modules:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
February 2018
2018 Western NY Fresh Market Winter Vegetable Meeting (Eastern location)
February 1, 2018
8:00 AM registration, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM program
Irondequoit, NY
A regional meeting to discuss results from 2017 research trials and present information on pest management. Research and outreach programs supported by NY Farm Viability Institute. 3.0 DEC credits available.
Keeping Good Staff when Money is Tight & Managing Conflict in the Workplace
February 2, 2018
5:00-7:30pm
Highland, NY
Although everyone likes to be paid, money is not the only, or even most important, motivator for staff retention and performance. Poorly addressed conflict, however, can cost you good employees. Learn to motivate and retain farm staff while managing conflict and problem farm employees.
Keeping Good Staff when Money is Tight & Managing Conflict in the Workplace
February 2, 2018
5:00-7:30pm
Highland, NY
Although everyone likes to be paid, money is not the only, or even most important, motivator for staff retention and performance. Poorly addressed conflict, however, can cost you good employees. Learn to motivate and retain farm staff while managing conflict and problem farm employees.
2018 Lake Ontario Winter Fruit School Lockport
February 5, 2018
8am - 4:30pm
Lockport, NY
Regional winter education meetings for commercial tree fruit & small fruit industries in Western NY.
2.75 DEC credits available.
Bring your DEC Applicator ID. If you need DEC credits, please arrive on time to sign the roster and plan to stay all day. DEC will not allow partial credit.
Click details for registration.
2018 Lake Ontario Winter Fruit School
February 6, 2018
2.75 DEC re-certification credits available the exact number is being determined
Bring your DEC Applicator ID. If you need DEC credits, please arrive on time to sign the roster and plan to stay all day. DEC will not allow partial credit.
Program (speakers & topics confirmed, order of presentations differs by day see agendas below)
- Protected Culture: Low Tunnels, High Tunnels, Exclusion Netting and How to Control SWD in These Situations - Laura McDermott, CCE-ENYCHP
- Cherry Fruit Fly - Margaret Kelly, NYS Dept. of Ag & Mkts
- Launch of the New Precision Smart App - Poliana Francescatto & Jaume Lordan, Cornell
- IPM update - Tess Grasswitz, CCE-LOF
- FSMA Update/Requirements - Craig Kahlke, CCE-LOF
- Building a Fruiting Wall for Future Technology - Mario Miranda Sazo, CCE-LOF
- Orchard Soil Health - David Granatstein, WSU
- New York Apple Association—Marketing New York Apples (summary of promotional activities for 2017 crop year and NYAA's strategic work plan) - Cynthia Haskins, NYAA
- Labor Update - Brett Kast (Niagara County) & Liz Madison (Wayne County)
- Using Whole-Farm Revenue Protection with Yield Insurance for Fruit Production - Jenny Ifft, Cornell
- Importance of Bacterial Strains in Cultivar Response to Fire Blight - Awais Khan, Cornell
- Hail Netting: Is it Right for Your Farm? - Liz Higgins, CCE-ENYCHP
- Hispanic Worker Training - Kat McCarthy (Niagara County) & Anu Rangarajan (Wayne County), Cornell
- Orchard Weed Mgmt - Davis Granatstein, WSU
- Round Table Unanswered questions/discussion any of the day's talks
2018 Lake Ontario Winter Fruit School Newark
February 6, 2018
8am - 4:30pm
Newark, NY
Regional winter education meetings for commercial tree fruit & small fruit industries in Western NY.
2.75 DEC credits available.
Bring your DEC Applicator ID. If you need DEC credits, please arrive on time to sign the roster and plan to stay all day. DEC will not allow partial credit.
Check details for registration.
Clinton County Pesticide Recertification Day
February 6, 2018
10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm
Plattsburgh, NY
Join CCE Clinton County for two pesticide recertification opportunities!
Cost: $10 for the morning session and $10 for the afternoon session (2 core recertification credits per session)
Why: No matter what category your license is in, your recertification credits must be 25% in your category. The other 75% can be core OR category. We are offering CORE credits in Entomology, Weeds, IPM and Pesticide Safety.
*Important* Categories 1-13 are on a 3 year cycle. Categories 21-41 are on a 5 year cycle. Check the DEC website for more information.
Essex County Pesticide Recertification Day
February 7, 2018
10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm
Westport, NY
Join CCE Essex County for two pesticide recertification opportunities!
Cost: $10 for the morning session and $10 for the afternoon session (2 core recertification credits per session)
Why: No matter what category your license is in, your recertification credits must be 25% in your category. The other 75% can be core OR category. We are offering CORE credits in Entomology, Weeds, IPM and Pesticide Safety.
*Important* Categories 1-13 are on a 3 year cycle. Categories 21-41 are on a 5 year cycle. Check the DEC website for more information.
Growing Alliums for Storage & Long Term Sales
February 8, 2018
9:30am-3:30pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Join us for an interactive meeting facilitated by CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture specialists: Amy Ivy, Ethan Grundberg Teresa Rusinek & Crystal Stewart. A grower panel will also be featured.
Topics will include: Growing practices that lead to good storage, tips and tricks for harvest, drying and storage, and ample time for audience questions about garlic, leeks, onions, and shallots. 4 DEC Credits will be available!
Vegetable Fertility Considerations for Season Extension
February 8, 2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jamestown, NY
Interested in pushing your fruits and vegetables further with season extension techniques? Mulch, low tunnels, high tunnels and greenhouses all can increase yield and harvest window, but require a different fertility approach. In this session, we will discuss how to provide adequate nutrients to your crops without overloading the soil. By taking a balanced approach we can assure long-term, high yielding soils. Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and much more!
2018 Genesee Valley Produce Auction Growers Meeting
February 12, 2018
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Centerville, NY
This year's program will included information on growing vegetables and plants. Hear disease and pest management in vegetables, soil nutrient management, grading and packing information, and experience shared by fellow growers. A panel from Finger Lakes Produce Auction and a buyers panel will be featured.
2018 Chautauqua Produce Auction Growers Meeting
February 13, 2018
9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Clymer, NY
This course will educate growers on disease and pest management, food safety regulations and soil health for vegetables.
Greater WNY Vegetable Farming Collaborative Teach-In
February 15, 2018
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Geneva, NY
To launch this inaugural Teach-In program (discussion group), we will be discussing necessary equipment and how to come up with a plan for solving our seasonal labor issues.
2018 Eastern New York Fruit and Vegetable Conference
February 21 - November 30, -0001
This two day conference combines all of ENYCHP's traditional fruit and vegetable meetings into one large event in the Capital Region. Sessions will include two full days of tree fruit programing, one day of vegetable programing, a half day of berry and half day of agricultural business management.
Register before February 13th for a reduced rate! Hot Lunch and admission to the trade show are included with the registration fee.
DEC Credits will be available in the Tree Fruit, Vegetable, and Small Fruit Sessions.
Rooms are available for those who wish to stay overnight at the Desmond. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at 800-448-3500. Please ask for our reduced conference rate.
CCE Eastern NY Fruit and Vegetable Conference Additional Vendor Registration
February 21 - November 30, -0001
The Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention
February 21 - February 22, 2018
Niagara Falls, ON
The Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention is an annual gathering of horticultural crop producers involved in the production of fruits and vegetables.
Cider Tasting & Sensory Education for Apple Growers
February 27, 2018
Lunch - 12PM; Meeting - 1:00PM - 2:30PM (Communications Focus Group Meeting -AM)
Hilton, NY
This tasting, led by grower-cider makers from the Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario, will give an overview of the components of orchard-based cider, and illustrate why older varieties and cider apples are prized in fermentation.
Register by February 9, 2018.
Postponed - Lake Ontario Fruit Team Communications Focus Group
February 27, 2018
AM - details TBA
Hilton, NY
This event has been postponed - registration will reopen when a new date is set.
Please join us and share your thoughts on how the Lake Ontario Fruit Team should best communicate with you, the stakeholders! Technology information overload is upon us - the Lake Ontario Fruit Team wants to use the platforms that best serve you best. We need your feedback and ideas!
Orange County Onion School
February 28, 2018
9:00am-3:30pm
Middletown, NY
Come join us at the Orange County Cooperative Office for our annual onion school! DEC Credits will be available.
Save $25 if you attend both the Onion School and the March 1st PSA Grower Training Course. To register for this bundle deal, CLICK HERE
Orange County Onion School & PSA Grower Training Bundle Deal
February 28 - March 1, 2018
Middleton, NY
Please register here only if you plan to attend both the 2018 Onion School on February 28th, and the PSA Grower Training on March 1st. This bundle deal will save you $25 per person!
March 2018
Marketing Your Farm as a Great Place to Work
March 1, 2018
5-7:30 pm
Highland, NY
Do you have a lot of staff turnover? Do you want to improve your communication skills with your employees? This workshop is for you.
Learn to create a work environment that attracts and retains quality employees. You will leave with an assessment of your current employee management strengths and weaknesses, and an outline of an employee handbook that will help you articulate your farm's values to your employees.
PSA Grower Training Course
March 1, 2018
8:30am-4:00pm
Middletown, NY
**Save $25 if you attend both the Onion School and the March 1st PSA Grower Training Course. To register for this bundle deal, CLICK HERE
The course will provide a foundation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and co-management information, FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements, and details on how to develop a farm food safety plan.
The Course is designed for 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.
Registration is mandatory for this event.
Candidate Interviews for CCE-LOF Business Managment Position
March 2, 2018
All day (specific TBA)
Newark, NY
We have 2 strong candidates for this critical position. Please join us to hear their seminars, ask questions and evaluate the candidates that could be your future Business Management Fruit Specialist.
Pre-register by February 28, 2018.
Winter Growing Field Trip to Pleasant Valley Farm
March 5, 2018
11:00am-2:00pm
Argyle, NY
2018 NYS Dry Bean Meeting
March 6, 2018
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Batavia, NY
Join us for research and production updates on dry bean varieties and bean breeding, weed management, Western bean cutworm, and white mold disease. A market analysis will be provided as well. We will review research priorities and gather suggestions for future educational programs.
Season Extension with High Tunnels: Know Before You Grow
March 6 - April 10, 2018
Every Tuesday, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Adding weeks to either end of your growing season can mean attaining a premium for having products available well before (or long after) other local growers. But the structures that make this possible --(unheated plastic-covered "high tunnels" or "hoop houses") can cost a lot of money, and they bring special management considerations that need to be understood in order to be profitable additions to your farm.
Offered as an online course through the Cornell Small Farms Program, this course (BF220) is meant for farmers who already have some experience successfully growing vegetables outdoors and are exploring high tunnels as a way to expand the season or improve plant quality. Information will be focused on using high tunnels in colder climates (US Climate Zones 4-6), but can be adapted to other growing regions.
What is my job? Hiring, training and evaluating farm employees effectively
March 8, 2018
5-7:30 pm
Highland, NY
How well do your employees understand their jobs?
Everyone wants farm employees who know what to do without being told. Unfortunately most people you hire or manage can't read minds. This workshop will help you develop effective tools for training and evaluating new employees or employees moving into new positions. You will learn to develop clear job descriptions, learn techniques in hiring, and training new staff and how to use "just in time" feedback and performance appraisal to both correct problems and motivate your staff.
2018 Pre-Exam Training & Test to Become A Certified Pesticide Applicator
March 13 - March 19, 2018
Classes - March 13 & 15 from 8am - 12:30pm Test - March 19 from 9am - 12pm
Albion, NY
Pre-Exam Workshop - Pre-register by 26 Feb 2018 with Kim Hazel @ 585-798-4265 ext. 26.
March 13 & 15, 8am-12:30pm
Cost: $50 payable to CCE-Orleans Co.
Certification Exam - to register for exam or if you have questions contact: Justin Schoff @ 607-622-8290.
March 19, 9am-12pm
Cost: $100 payable to DEC
Pre-Season Onion Weed Management Meeting (Wayne County)
March 13, 2018
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Newark, NY
CVP Onion Specialist Christy Hoepting will provide an informal review of the 2017 Cornell onion herbicide research trials followed by a casual roundtable discussion of weed control in 2018, improved control of problem weeds, threshold for crop injury, and identifying questions/treatments for 2018 herbicide trials.
Keeping Good Staff when Money is Tight & Managing Conflict in the Workplace
March 15, 2018
5:00-7:30pm
Highland, NY
Although everyone likes to be paid, money is not the only, or even most important, motivator for staff retention and performance. Poorly addressed conflict, however, can cost you good employees. Learn to motivate and retain farm staff while managing conflict and problem farm employees.
FSMA 7 Hour Grower Training Course - Registration Closed
March 16, 2018
8AM - 5:15PM
Newark, NY
Registration Closed - Course Full
Save the Date: Friday, March 16, 2018
Cost & Registration: $70 per farm, maximum of 2 people/farm.
All of you should be aware of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) signed into federal law by President Obama in 2011. I have been writing about it and offering courses for nearly 2 years. If you are not exempt from the Produce Safety Rule, one of the requirements is to take a 7-hour grower training course.
Click details for more information.
Pre-Season Onion Weed Management Meeting (Oswego County)
March 16, 2018
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Oswego, NY
CVP Onion Specialist Christy Hoepting will provide an informal review of the 2017 Cornell onion herbicide research trials followed by a casual roundtable discussion of weed control in 2018, improved control of problem weeds, threshold for crop injury, and identifying questions/treatments for 2018 herbicide trials.
2018 CCE-LOF Spanish Winter Fruit Schools
March 17 - November 30, -0001
March 16, 2018 - Our Lady of Guadalupe - Roman Catholic Church
March 17, 2018 - Orchard Dale Fruit Farm
Pre-register by March 12th
This years Spanish - speaking fruit school program will provide an indepth and current look at orchard horticulture, pests, hard cider, as well as a review of skills for success and management.
Hudson Valley Pesticide Applicator Pre-Exam Training
March 19 - March 21, 2018
9:00am-12:00pm
Highland, NY
CCE ENYCHP Agriculture Specialists will be offering a training to review core concepts and commodity specific items in preparation for the exam.
Registration Fee covers two days of review: Monday 3/19 and Wednesday 3/21, 9am-12noon
Exam: Tuesday 3/27, 9AM-1PM
Pre-Season Onion Weed Management Meeting (Elba Muck)
March 20, 2018
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Elba, NY
CVP Onion Specialist Christy Hoepting will provide an informal review of the 2017 Cornell onion herbicide research trials followed by a casual roundtable discussion of weed control in 2018, improved control of problem weeds, threshold for crop injury, and identifying questions/treatments for 2018 herbicide trials.
2018 Pruning Workshop of Apple Orchards in Oswego
March 21, 2018
1:30-4pm
Mexico, NY
Modern pruning techniques of young and mature high density plantings, how to correct/improve "bushy" canopies.
Are you managing your risks as a farm employer? The compliance and safety workshop
March 22, 2018
1:00-4:00pm
Highlnd, NY
This is the workshop that covers the nuts and bolts of risk management as a farm employer. Hear presentations from NYS DOL and NYCAMH on employer regulations and safety.
Apple Crop Insurance Plan for Information Collection Listening Sessions
March 23 - November 30, -0001
Apple Crop Insurance Plan Information Collection
Listening Sessions for Growers, Insurance Co. Staff & Agents
Agralytica of Alexandria, Virginia is conducting a review of the apple insurance plan on behalf of the USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA). As part of the review, Agralytica staff will hold listening sessions with growers, insurance staff and other interested parties in several states. For New York, the sessions will be on March 21 in Rochester and March 23 in Highland. Participants from New England states are also welcome at the Highland session.
NEWA "Hands-On" Workshop: Grapes and Small Fruits
March 28, 2018
9:30 to 11:45am
Voorheesville, NY
At this workshop, growers will learn the ins-and-outs of the NEWA system (Network for Environment and Weather Applications). NEWA is an online system that provides hourly and daily weather data, pest forecasting models, and crop production models, to help implement IPM practices on farms across the Northeast. Attendees will learn how to efficiently navigate the NEWA interface, including how to get weather data, access station specific pages, and effectively utilize models for grape berry moth, black rot, downy mildew, powdery mildew and Phomopsis. New models currently being developed for small fruits will also be discussed.
NEWA "Hands-On" Workshop: Tree Fruits
March 28, 2018
1:00 to 4:00pm
Voorheesville, NY
Attendees will learn the ins-and-outs of the NEWA system (Network for Environment and Weather Applications). NEWA is an online system that provides hourly and daily weather data, pest forecasting models, and crop production models, to help implement IPM practices on farms across the Northeast. Attendees will learn how to efficiently navigate the NEWA interface, including how to get weather data, access station specific pages, and effectively utilize models for apple insects and diseases.
April 2018
20 Minute Farm Manager
April 2 - April 11, 2018
12:00-12:30
Join us for our April lunch and learn series featuring the best of the Good to Great in Ag Labor Management Series. Each webinar will take about 20 minutes and provide tips and resources to help you get off to a great start with your employees this spring. Pre-registration is required but the program is free.
2018 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Wayne County)
April 4, 2018
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM English Session / 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spanish Session
Newark, NY
Just like last year, Special Permits (SP) will only be issued for 11 specific pesticide labels and SP trainees will have to pass a test. This will relieve the certified pesticide applicator from "on-site within voice contact" supervision of non-certified pesticide applicators when they are handling federally-restricted-use pesticides for which they hold a Special Permit. The labels that will be covered include Lorsban Advanced, Endigo ZC, Warrior II with Zeon Technology, Agri-Mek SC, Beseige, Gramoxone SL 2.0, Leverage 360, Danitol 2.4EC, Mustang Maxx, Asana XL, and Lannate LV.
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.
2018 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Wayne County)
April 4, 2018
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM English Session / 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spanish Session
Newark, NY
Just like last year, Special Permits (SP) will only be issued for 11 specific pesticide labels and SP trainees will have to pass a test. This will relieve the certified pesticide applicator from "on-site within voice contact" supervision of non-certified pesticide applicators when they are handling federally-restricted-use pesticides for which they hold a Special Permit. The labels that will be covered include Lorsban Advanced, Endigo ZC, Warrior II with Zeon Technology, Agri-Mek SC, Beseige, Gramoxone SL 2.0, Leverage 360, Danitol 2.4EC, Mustang Maxx, Asana XL, and Lannate LV.
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.
Statewide Honeycrisp Sensory Evaluation - Niagara/Orleans & Eastern NY Blocks
April 4, 2018
10 AM - 2 PM
Geneva, NY
Growers and collaborators,
As most of you know, I've been working on a statewide precision harvest management experiment, that is a continuation of Terence Robinson's work with some modifications. It focuses on Honeycrisp within the 3 main production regions of the state, in which all of some 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.
2018 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Orleans County)
April 5, 2018
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM English & Spanish sessions
Albion, NY
Just like last year, Special Permits (SP) will only be issued for 11 specific pesticide labels and SP trainees will have to pass a test. This will relieve the certified pesticide applicator from "on-site within voice contact" supervision of non-certified pesticide applicators when they are handling federally-restricted-use pesticides for which they hold a Special Permit. The labels that will be covered include Lorsban Advanced, Endigo ZC, Warrior II with Zeon Technology, Agri-Mek SC, Beseige, Gramoxone SL 2.0, Leverage 360, Danitol 2.4EC, Mustang Maxx, Asana XL, and Lannate LV.
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.
2018 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Orleans County)
April 5, 2018
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM English & Spanish sessions
Albion, NY
Just like last year, Special Permits (SP) will only be issued for 11 specific pesticide labels and SP trainees will have to pass a test. This will relieve the certified pesticide applicator from "on-site within voice contact" supervision of non-certified pesticide applicators when they are handling federally-restricted-use pesticides for which they hold a Special Permit. The labels that will be covered include Lorsban Advanced, Endigo ZC, Warrior II with Zeon Technology, Agri-Mek SC, Beseige, Gramoxone SL 2.0, Leverage 360, Danitol 2.4EC, Mustang Maxx, Asana XL, and Lannate LV.
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.
Statewide Honeycrisp Sensory Evaluation - Wayne County Blocks
April 5, 2018
10 AM - 2 PM
Geneva, NY
Growers and collaborators,
As most of you know, I've been working on a statewide precision harvest management experiment, that is a continuation of Terence Robinson's work with some modifications. It focuses on Honeycrisp within the 3 main production regions of the state, in which all of some 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.
Erie County Beginning Farmer Discussion Group: Vegetable Farming 101
April 12, 2018
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
East Aurora, NY
Join a group of beginning farmers at CCE Erie to learn the basics of vegetable farming. Darcy Telenko, Fresh Market Vegetable Specialist for the Cornell Vegetable Program, will discuss soil testing, growing vegetables using plastic mulch, and weed and disease management.
Produce Grower Food Safety Training - FSMA and GAPs/HGAPs
April 30, 2018
This program is for fruit and vegetable growers who need Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) certification or GAPs/HGAPs (Good Agricultural Practices/ Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices) training required by buyers (i.e. 3rd-party food safety audits based on a written food safety plan) or if you are just interested in learning about produce safety.
Over the course of the training, certified Produce Safety Alliance trainers will cover content contained in these seven modules:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
May 2018
FSMA 7 Hour Grower Training Course Plus optional 2nd Day Farm Food Safety Plan Writing Workshop
May 3 - November 30, -0001
This program is for fruit and vegetable growers who need Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) certification or GAPs/HGAPs (Good Agricultural Practices/ Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices) training required by buyers (i.e. 3rd-party food safety audits based on a written food safety plan) or if you are just interested in learning about produce safety.
Over the course of the training, certified Produce Safety Alliance trainers will cover content contained in these seven modules:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
FSMA 7-Hour Grower Training Course plus optional 2nd Day Farm Food Safety Plan Writing Workshop
May 3 - November 30, -0001
This program is for fruit and vegetable growers who need Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) certification or GAPs/HGAPs (Good Agricultural Practices/ Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices) training required by buyers (i.e. 3rd-party food safety audits based on a written food safety plan) or if you are just interested in learning about produce safety.
Over the course of the training, certified Produce Safety Alliance trainers will cover content contained in these seven modules:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Basic Farm Finances
May 15, 2018
12-12:30 PM
Setting Up Your Farm's Accounts in Your Financial System
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Basic Farm Finances (Pt.II)
May 22, 2018
12-12:30 PM
Understanding Depreciation
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Basic Farm Finances (Pt.III)
May 29, 2018
12-12:30 PM
Understanding Assets and Liabilities vs Income and Expenses
June 2018
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: NYS Ag Assessment 101
June 5, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Local Zoning 101
June 12, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: NYS Ag Districts 101
June 19, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
2018 WNY Fresh Market Vegetable Twilight Meeting
June 19, 2018
5:00 PM - 7:55 PM; dinner served at 8:00 PM
Eden, NY
An early season fresh market vegetable discussion of issues and to present information on pest management tools. Marion Zuefle, NYS IPM, will review and demonstrate how to scout for sweet corn pests and identify major sweet corn insect pests. John Wallace, Cornell, and Bryan Brown, NYS IPM, will discuss major weed biology, identification, and weed management tools in vegetables. The Cornell Vegetable Program's Darcy Telenko will lead a crop walk and talk about early season pest monitoring and management options. And Robert Hadad, Cornell Vegetable Program, will provide an update on FSMA ad implications for the 2018 season.
2018 Annual Elba Muck Onion Twilight Meeting Featuring Herbicide Trial Tours
June 21, 2018
5:30 PM dinner, 6:00 - 8:30 PM program and tours
Elba, NY
All onion growers are invited to this event which will feature trial tours and demonstrations of pre- and post-emergent weed control in direct seeded onions. 2.0 DEC recertification credits and CCA credits will be available.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Using On-line Data and Maps to Assess a Property Remotely
June 26, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Controlling Listeria in Apple Packinghouses
June 28, 2018
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Highland, NY
The program has been developed by Ms. Genevieve Sullivan, a Ph.D. student with Dr. Martin Wiedmann's Food Safety Lab at Cornell University. Topics covered will include: FSMA as it relates to fruit packing facilities; The biology of Listeria monocytogenes, including impacts and risk factors; and the practical aspects of packing house sanitation.
Attention Champlain Growers: We will be hosting a similar event in the northern part of the region in late July. More details to come!
Controlling Listeria in Apple Packinghouses: Champlain Valley
June 28, 2018
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Highland, NY
The program has been developed by Ms. Genevieve Sullivan, a Ph.D. student with Dr. Martin Wiedmann's Food Safety Lab at Cornell University. Topics covered will include: FSMA as it relates to fruit packing facilities; The biology of Listeria monocytogenes, including impacts and risk factors; and the practical aspects of packing house sanitation.
Attention Champlain Growers: We will be hosting a similar event in the northern part of the region in late July. More details to come!
Garlic Twilight Meeting
June 28, 2018
5pm-7pm
Hurley, NY
During this field meeting see various cultural techniques to minimize fusarium demonstrated on a field level, including black plastic and white plastic mulches compared to straw and bare ground. We will also have a discussion of allium leaf miner management!
This event is free thanks to the generous support of Northeast SARE, but registration is appreciated.
2018 CCE LOF PGR Orchard Tour
June 29, 2018
8am - 1:30pm; lunch & celebration 2-5pm
Geneva, NY
We invite you to attend the talk titled "Understanding the Use of Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) on Growth and Development of Fruit Trees" (Poliana Francescatto, NYSAES, Geneva), followed by a tour of her research plots at the NYSAES on Friday June 29, from 8am until 1:30pm. Following the tour, there will be a lunch buffet and a grower celebration to honor Poliana's work accomplishments at the Ramada Lakefront Hotel in Geneva from 2-5pm. Pre-register by 25 June 2018
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July 2018
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Budgeting 101
July 3, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Garlic Twilight Meeting
July 5, 2018
6:00 PM - ???
Albion, NY
Join CCE Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists Christy Hoepting and Robert Hadad, and Frank Hay, Cornell, for a viewing of replicated garlic field trials including a nitrogen fertility trial, a Fusarium fungicide trial, an Eriophyid mite control trial, and an herbicide trial (potentially).
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Assessing a Capitol Investment
July 10, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Chautauqua Produce Auction Growers Meeting
July 10, 2018
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dewittville, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
LOF Summer Fruit Tour 2018
July 12, 2018
All Day
Register now for this free annual tour featuring cutting edge farms. Annual tour featuring the following cutting edge farms: Smith Brothers, VanDeWalle Fruit Farm, and Cherry Lawn Farms. Attendees will see tree decline on NY-1, a successful On-farm nursery, large new tall spindle plantings of high-value varieties, the economics of new high density plantings, hail-netting, soil health, and more!
Register by July 10th!
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Relevant Information and Sensitivity Analysis
July 17, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Ontario Produce Auction Growers Meeting
July 17, 2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Stanley, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
Berry Field Meeting: Exclusion Netting & SWD Monitoring
July 19, 2018
5-7pm
Poughkeepsie, NY
Join us at Poughkeepsie Farm Project, host site for our CCE SWD exclusion netting trial in raspberries. Peter Jentsch of the Hudson Valley Research Lab will discuss the netting trial, and the use of attract and kill baits in a U-Pick raspberry planting. A low tunnel over strawberries will be available for viewing. Bring a fruit sample for salt flotation testing, or a plant sample if you have other berry questions.
Attendees can enter for a chance to win free SWD monitoring traps!
Orleans Produce Auction Growers Meeting
July 23, 2018
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Lyndonville, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Pricing for Profit
July 24, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Controlling Listeria in Apple Packinghouses: Champlain Valley
July 24, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Chazy, NY
The program has been developed by Ms. Genevieve Sullivan, a Ph.D. student with Dr. Martin Wiedmann's Food Safety Lab at Cornell University. Topics covered will include: FSMA as it relates to fruit packing facilities; The biology of Listeria monocytogenes, including impacts and risk factors; and the practical aspects of packing house sanitation.
Seneca County Produce Auction Growers Meeting
July 25, 2018
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ovid, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
Finger Lakes Produce Auction Growers Meeting (Yates)
July 27, 2018
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dundee, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Know When to Hold'em, Know When to Fold'em (assessing performance)
July 31, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Reduced Tillage in Organic Systems Field Day
July 31, 2018
9:00am - 3:00pm
Willsboro, NY
A Field Day for Reduced Tillage in Organic Systems is being held July 31st at the Cornell Willsboro Research Farm in Willsboro, NY. It will featurein-field demonstrations of equipment and discussions with speakers and growers. Rotate between 3 demonstration/discussionstations in the morning, 3 more in the afternoon.
Topics include: roller-crimping, zone tillage in high residue, in-row cultivation tools, stale seedbed and weed seed bank management strategies with an overall focus on soil health.
Check out more information below. It is free to the public.
August 2018
LOF NextGen Young Fruit Farmer Study Tour 2018
August 2 - August 4, 2018
Thursday August 2 morning through Saturday August 4 evening
Gettysburg, PA
Online Registration is Now Open for NextGen Young Fruit Grower Study Tour in PA, August 2-4!
The 3rd annual NextGen Young Fruit Farmer Study Tour will be held in the Adams County region of Pennsylvania August 2nd-4th.
The Young Growers Alliance (YGA) of Pennsylvania, the LOF team, the Future Fruit Growers of Lake Ontario, along with Matt Wells (New York Apple Sales), have organized an excellent itinerary.
The study tour is focused on helping next generation growers develop the knowledge and skills needed to take their family farms into the future.
Online registration is now open! Click "View Details" for more information about the event and to register!
If you do not receive a confirmation email after submitting the registration form, please contact Mark at mw883@cornell.edu or 315-272-8530!
Coffee & Donuts Meet & Greet
August 6, 2018
M 10 am - 11 am
Eden, NY
Come out and meet the CVP's two new specialists! We're both looking to develop research and extension programs and want to hear from you!
Ali Nafchi is our new precision ag specialist, and as a huge bonus, he has an engineering background. Elizabeth Buck is the new fresh market specialist for the western-most counties. She has a strong background in weed science and works on crop protection concerns in a wide variety of crops.
Northern Berry Field Meeting
August 6, 2018
5:00pm-7:00pm
Peru, NY
Topics will include general berry culture, foliar sampling, and pest management including cranberry fruitworm and SWD. Growers are encouraged to bring their questions!
Western NY Hard Cider Tour - Online Registration is Closed
August 6, 2018
9am-3pm; 3:30pm Optional cider tasting at Mullers Cider House
Wolcott, NY
Limited walk-ins accepted. Please call Craig at 585-735-5448.
Come visit the orchards of the first NY growers of European and American Hard Cider varieties.
Tour will include 2 farms and 1 nursery in Wayne County, ending (optional) with a tasting at Mullers Cider House, Rochester. The tour & lunch are $5 with registration has been extended to Aug 2nd.20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Crop Insurance 101
August 7, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Crop Insurance for Diverse Farms
August 14, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Chautauqua Produce Auction Growers Meeting - Field Meeting
August 14, 2018
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Frewsburg, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
20 Minute Ag Manager Webinars: Flood Insurance and Other Disaster Programs
August 21, 2018
12-12:30 PM
20 minute lunchtime webinars will be held on Tuesdays this summer covering farm business management topics.
Fresh Market Vegetable Grading & Packing Workshop
August 21, 2018
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Deposit, NY
Are you interested in farm to school or selling to institutional markets? Maybe you'd like to know more about grading and packing your fresh market produce right in the field? CCE Broome County, in partnership with the CCE Cornell Vegetable Program and the Cornell Baskets to Pallets program, is offering a hands-on, on-farm experience designed to prepare farms in NY, both beginning and experienced, to enter new markets.
Berry Field Meeting: Using Hummingbirds to Help Control SWD
August 22, 2018
5-7pm
Salem, NY
Biological and Cultural controls of SWD are possible. Come learn about ongoing research into encouraging hummingbird predation on SWD adults. Dr. Juliet Carroll of NYS IPM will also discuss new research into better thresholds for monitoring SWD and how those thresholds will more accurately inform spray decisions. Managing crop canopy and weeds are also critical for SWD control.
If you don't want to spray we will have current information on exclusion netting work.
Oswego Onion Growers Twilight Meeting
August 22, 2018
4:00 PM registration, 4:30-6:30 PM educational program, 7:00 PM dinner
Oswego, NY
This in-field twilight meeting will feature a tour of Christy Hoepting's fungicide trial for Stemphylium leaf blight and Botrytis leaf blight. Hoepting will share head to head comparisons of FRAC groups, alternatives to FRAC 3 and 7, reduced rates, and fungicide programs. A first look at 2018 results from onion thrips research trials will be presented by Brian Nault and Ashley Leach, Cornell University. Hear about the 2018 onion maggot research trial results and new research initiative with Brian Nault and Erica Moretti. Hoepting will also provide information about a new seed treatment for onion smut control.
3rd Annual Vegetable Pest Management Field Day
August 23, 2018
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM plus light supper and networking
Portland, NY
Research trial results, cultural technique showcases, and effective varieties and treatments for organic and IPM production are the meeting focus. We will highlight current disease issues, their detection & spread based on this season's climate conditions, and management tools available to reduce yield impacts. Sessions will also be offered on pest identification and control options. Regional equipment dealers and industry representatives will be invited to display equipment and new technology.
2.25 DEC credits available in categories 1a, 10 and 23
Genesee Valley Produce Auction Growers Meeting (Allegany County)
August 24, 2018
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Dalton, NY
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables; primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Judson Reid, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program along with CCE staff will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
2018 CCE LOF Hispanic Summer Fruit Tour - Registration Period Extended!
August 25, 2018
1:30pm - 5:30pm
Preregistration is required for this FREE event. This tour of 2 Wanye County orchards will include horticultural stops hosted by Adan Aguilera form VanDeWalle Fruit Farm and Hormisa Bellona and Ignacio "Nacho" Onofre form Teeple Fruit Farm.
Powdery Mildew Biofungicide Trial Meeting
August 29, 2018
4-6PM with light refreshments after
Amsterdam, NY
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Vegetable Specialist Crystal Stewart and New York State Integrated Pest Management Biocontrol Specialist Dr. Amara Dunn for a field walk through the biocontrol trial field, cover powdery mildew control trials with biopesticides, and discuss how biopesticides fit into a regular integrated pest management program.
Greater WNY Veg Farming Collaborative Teach-In: In-Row Cultivation Demo
August 30, 2018
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Controlling in-row weeds with cultivation is very challenging. Newer in-row cultivators allow for use of finger weeders, torsion weeders, disk hillers, and harrows to be guided along the row. These tools will be on hand for participants to set up and use in beets. The results of a trial comparing the effect of these tools used on different size beets will also be demonstrated by Bryan Brown, PhD., Integrated Weed Management Specialist, NYS IPM Program.
September 2018
Annies Project: Business Education for Farm Women
September 6, 2018
9:00am to 2:00pm
Kingston, NY
Women are increasingly taking on management and ownership roles in farm businesses. Annie's Project - Education for Farm Women is designed to strengthen women's roles in the modern farm enterprise. Annie's Project program fosters problem solving, networking, and decision-making skills in farm women. A four session program is offered this fall and winter at CCE Ulster County.
Cornell Fruit Pest Control Field Days & Networking Lunch with Industry
September 6 - September 7, 2018
8:30am - Registration
The Cornell Fruit Pest Control Field Days will take place during Labor Day week on Sept. 6-7 this year, with the Geneva portion taking place on Thursday Sept. 6, and the Hudson Valley installment on the second day, Friday, Sept. 7.
USDA-ARS Apple, Grape, and Tart Cherry Germplasm Collection Tour
September 15, 2018
9 AM - 11 AM
Geneva, NY
A tour through the orchard and vineyard discussing the fruit germplasm collection.
Click view details for more information.
Rear Your Own Entomopathogenic Nematode Demonstration
September 27, 2018
4:00pm- 6:00pm
Hurley, NY
The upcoming EPN workshop is an opportunity for interested growers to learn hands on how to successfully rear and/or apply nematodes to their farm fields. Growers will also learn about EPN biology and the various crop pests that EPNs can help manage.
With Speakers: Elson Shields and Tony Testa of Cornell University; Teresa Rusinek and Charles Bornt of the Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program
This event is rain or shine. You can register by clicking here
For more information, you can call Teresa Rusinek at 845 392-6776.
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Assessing and Managing Your Financial Risk from Agritourism
September 28, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
October 2018
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Managing Your Production/Weather Risk From Agritourism
October 5, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
Cover Crops Field Meeting
October 11, 2018
4:00 - 5:30pm
Willsboro, NY
A field visit to see and compare a variety of fall cover crops, planted in two different soil types, two weeks apart. We'll discuss establishment, choices, management and timing of several cover crops.
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Managing Your Legal Risk From Agritourism
October 12, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Managing Your Marketing Risk From Agritourism
October 19, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
Using Unmanned Aircraft in the Orchard
October 20, 2018
Orleans County 10-30am - NOON; Wayne County 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Free Drone Orchard Use Workshop on 20 October 2018
Same Informative Drone Workshop Offered at 2 Different Locations
10:30am - Noon @ Lamont Fruit Farm
1:30pm - 3:30pm @ VanDeWalle Fruit Farm
View Details for registration information.
Pumpkin Variety Trial Meeting (Northern Location)
October 24, 2018
1:00pm- 3:00pm
Melrose, NY
Join Chuck Bornt and Teresa Rusinek from CCE ENYCHP for our 2018 pumpkin variety trial results. We trialed 48 different pumpkin varieties of various shapes and sizes, from different companies. Come on out and see how they look!
1.5 DEC recertification credits in categories 23, 1a, 10
Pumpkin Variety Trial Meeting (Southern Location)
October 25, 2018
1:00pm- 3:00pm
Kingston, NY
Join Chuck Bornt and Teresa Rusinek from CCE ENYCHP for our 2018 pumpkin variety trial results. We trialed 48 different pumpkin varieties of various shapes and sizes, from different companies. Come on out and see how they look!
1.5 DEC recertification credits in categories 23, 1a, 10
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Managing Your Human Resource Risk From Agritourism
October 26, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
November 2018
Genesee Valley Produce Auction Meeting
November 2, 2018
F 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rushford, NY
This meeting will focus on soil health assessment techniques, crop selection, and rotations. We will discuss what we can learn from the past growing season and how to put vegetable fields to bed for the winter.
Grow a Successful Agritourism Business! Successful Agritourism Farmer Panel
November 2, 2018
10:00am - 2:30pm
Highland, NY
Bringing visitors to your farm can create new income streams but agritourism can also be a source of risk to your farm business. Five lunchtime seminars will teach how to assess and manage different risks to help develop a successful agritourism business. The seminars will be followed by a panel of successful agritourism operators. In-between each seminar, participants will build on their knowledge to develop their own risk management plan. This 5-county program will be offered simultaneously in Delaware (the host county), and by Zoom technology in Otsego/Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. The Ulster County site, hosted by Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, will be at the Hudson Valley Lab
2018 Cornell Agribusiness Strategic Marketing Conference
November 7 - November 8, 2018
Developing your brand and marketing strategies to increase sales.
For more info. click details or for registration, and agenda visit: https://dyson.cornell.edu/outreach/strategic-marketing-conference.html
Cover Crops in Veg Production Webinar
November 8, 2018
7:00-8:00pm
Join Chuck Bornt, Amy Ivy and Mike Davis in a discussion of cover crops choices and timing in vegetable production. This will be held live via Zoom webinar, then recorded and posted for later viewing.
Farm Financial Education for Women - Annies Project
November 12 - January 14, 2019
9:00am to 2:00pm
Kingston, NY
This 4-part series is designed for women who are farm owners or farm managers, or who anticipate moving into a decision-making position on a farm. The program runs from November through January.
Certificates will be awarded from Annie's Project to those who complete all sessions and who have applied to have the program qualify for FSA borrower training.
Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies on Farms for Extreme Weather
November 27, 2018
10:00am -3:00pm
Kingston, NY
Learn from Cornell University experts why extreme weather events are occurring more frequently, how these events are linked to climate change and what can be done to address them.
This free workshop is designed for farmers and those considering farming. Lunch is included.
Fruit Category Pesticide Exam and Orchard IPM Basics
November 27, 2018
1:30pm-3pm
Plattsburgh, NY
At this meeting, we will review orchard Integrated Pest Management (IPM), referencing from the NY Private Fruit Category (22) manual. We will first review the core foundations of integrated pest management, and then discuss as a group some of the key pests found in Northern New York orchards.
How To Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License
November 27, 2018
10am-1pm
Plattsburgh, NY
Receive an overview of the application, testing process, and key concepts of the materials needed to obtain a private or commercial NYSDEC pesticide applicator license.
94th Annual Cumberland-Shenandoah Fruit Workers Conference
November 29 - November 30, 2018
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Winchester, VA
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 IS THE DEADLINE FOR DISCOUNTED PRE-REGISTRATION ($70) AND SUBMISSION OF PRESENTATION TITLES.
Other important dates to remember:
• November 14: Pre-registration deadline. Onsite registration only after this date.
• November 15: Hotel reservation deadline for the discounted conference rate.
Research Results with High Tunnel Veg Crops Webinar
November 29, 2018
7:00-8:00pm
Join Amy Ivy, Judson Reid and Mike Davis in a discussion and review of the results their recent high tunnel vegetable trials. The discussion will be tailored to those who attend so bring your questions and experiences to share and discuss. Trials reviewed will include:
• Winter spinach nitrogen sources and rates (still underway)
• Pushing warm season crops for earliest harvest with and without covers
• Red bell pepper variety trial, comparing standard varieties to greenhouse varieties
• Training and pruning greenhouse peppers
• Cherry pepper pruning and training
This will be held live via Zoom webinar, then recorded and posted for later viewing for those who can't attend the live session.
Research Results with High Tunnel Vegetable Crops Webinar
November 29, 2018
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Join Amy Ivy, Judson Reid and Mike Davis in a discussion and review of the results their recent high tunnel vegetable trials. The discussion will be tailored to those who attend so bring your questions and experiences to share and discuss. Trials reviewed will include:
- Winter spinach nitrogen sources and rates (still underway)
- Pushing warm season crops for earliest harvest with and without covers
- Red bell pepper variety trial, comparing standard varieties to greenhouse varieties
- Training and pruning greenhouse peppers
- Cherry pepper pruning and training
December 2018
2018 Processing Snap Bean Advisory Meeting
December 4, 2018
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM, complimentary lunch following the meeting
Canandaigua, NY
Discuss the 2018 snap bean growing season and management concerns. Reports and discussion of the 2018 Snap Bean Research Projects funded by the Association. Review priorities and the role of the advisory group in applications for state and federal grants. Give your input on the format of future advisory meetings and future educational programs. 1.75 DEC recertification credits (categories 10, 1a, 23) will be offered.
FREE NY Pollinator Habitat Short Course register ASAP to receive all course materials
December 6, 2018
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Newark, NY
This full day workshop will focus on concepts around protecting and enhancing populations of pollinators, especially bees, in agricultural landscapes. The course will provide an overview of bee natural history and farm practices that support pollinators, such as protecting and creating habitat, modified horticultural practices, and advice on how to manage pests while protecting pollinators.
The Heirloom Orchard: A Three-Day Series on Estate Orchard Management
December 8, 2018
5:00PM-8:00PM
Highland, NY
Join Peter Jentsch & Dr. Srdan Acimovic, homeowners and management professionals for a three-week series, each evening discussion and workshop focusing on 3 hours devoted to establishing
and maintaining new or existing estate orchards using 3 with apple and cider tastings, hands-on experience in our research orchards. Dec 8th, 15th, 22nd.
2018 Processing Vegetable Crops Advisory Meeting
December 12, 2018
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:15 - 3:00 PM
Batavia, NY
Sweet corn, pea, beet, and carrot processing growers and industry members are invited to attend. Discuss the 2018 growing season and management concerns. Reports and discussion of the 2018 Projects funded by the New York Vegetable Research Council/Association. Review priorities and the role of the advisory group in applications for state and federal grants. Give your input on the format of future advisory meetings and future educational programs.
High Tunnel Farmer to Farmer Meeting
December 12, 2018
9:00am to 4:30pm
Poughkeepsie, NY
Join us for a facilitated farmer to farmer style workshop focused on high tunnel production and management. Though the final meeting agenda will be developed on the day of the meeting with input from attendees, it is expected that topics covered will include season long soil fertility management, high tunnel model selection and construction considerations, biological pest and disease management, and more.
Reduced Tillage on Muck Soils: Results and Farmer Discussion from 2018 Trials
December 13, 2018
10:15am-12:00pm
Pine Island, NY
Join Ethan Grundberg and Chuck Bornt of CCE ENYCHP on Thursday, December 13th for a review and discussion of the 2018 reduced tillage trials on muck soils. They will cover cover crops used, equipment, cultural practices and the goals and results of the trials.
The Heirloom Orchard: A Three-Day Series on Estate Orchard Management
December 15, 2018
5:00PM-8:00PM
Highland, NY
Join Peter Jentsch & Dr. Srdan Acimovic, homeowners and management professionals for a three-week series, each evening discussion and workshop focusing on 3 hours devoted to establishing
and maintaining new or existing estate orchards using 3 with apple and cider tastings, hands-on experience in our research orchards. Dec 8th, 15th, 22nd.
The Heirloom Orchard: A Three-Day Series on Estate Orchard Management
December 22, 2018
5:00PM-8:00PM
Highland, NY
Join Peter Jentsch & Dr. Srdan Acimovic, homeowners and management professionals for a three-week series, each evening discussion and workshop focusing on 3 hours devoted to establishing
and maintaining new or existing estate orchards using 3 with apple and cider tastings, hands-on experience in our research orchards. Dec 8th, 15th, 22nd.
Apples
Apricots
Asian Pears
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Gooseberries
Nectarines
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Raspberries / Blackberries
Strawberries
Unusual Fruit
Upcoming Events
2024 Tree Fruit & Small Fruit Twilight Meetings
April 25, 2024 : Tree Fruit & Small Fruit Twilight Meetings 1 of 4
Newark, NY
Join specialists Janet Van Zoeren, Anya Osatuke, and Anna Wallis for a conversation about fruit and berry phenology and pest management, at a new location each month.
May 30, 2024 : Tree Fruit & Small Fruit Twilight Meetings 2 of 4
Lockport, NY
Join specialists Janet Van Zoeren, Anya Osatuke, and Anna Wallis for a conversation about fruit and berry phenology and pest management, at a new location each month.
June 27, 2024 : Tree Fruit & Small Fruit Twilight Meetings 3 of 4
Penn Yan, NY
Join specialists Janet Van Zoeren, Anya Osatuke, and Anna Wallis for a conversation about fruit and berry phenology and pest management, at a new location each month.
July 25, 2024 : Tree Fruit & Small Fruit Twilight Meetings 4 of 4
Mexico, NY
Join specialists Janet Van Zoeren, Anya Osatuke, and Anna Wallis for a conversation about fruit and berry phenology and pest management, at a new location each month.
2nd Annual WNY Fruit Grower Tour
August 13, 2024
We are excited to announce the second annual Western New York Fruit Grower Tour, the premier fruit tour of the northeast brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension's Lake Ontario Fruit Program and Lake Ontario Ag Consulting, LLC! Located in Orleans County, this orchard field day will highlight new and existing products, chemistries, practices, technologies & equipment that shape the orchard industry today. The Western NY Fruit Grower Tour will again combine two past orchard tour events, the LOF Summer Fruit Tour and the Wayne County Fruit Grower Tour, giving industry members the opportunity to conveniently showcase their product offerings to ONE unified group at ONE time and place!
Save the Date - Western NY Fruit Conference - February 4-5, 2025
February 4 - February 5, 2025 : Western NY Fruit Conference
Rochester, NY
For the 2nd year in a row, we'll be having the Western NY Fruit Conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Rochester! It will be another 1 1/2 day conference. Stay tuned for program and registration info as we get closer.