Events - month view
earlier monthsJanuary 2017
What is my job? Hiring, training and evaluating employees effectively
January 10, 2017
5-8 pm
Oriskany, 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.
Grape Growers' Potluck
January 11, 2017
5:30pm
Old Chatham, NY
Farm Business Succession Retreat: Part One
January 13 - January 14, 2017
10:00am- 2:00pm
Families across the country dream of the day the farm will pass to the next generation. In 2008, the Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES) reported that 70% of U.S. farmland would change hands by 2028. Without adequate succession planning, CSREES reports that farms are more likely to go out of business, be absorbed by larger neighboring farms, or be converted for non-farm use.
Don't let that happen to your dream! Succession planning can help ensure the dream of having the farm business transfer to the next generation will become reality. To help you move forward, CCE Ulster County, The Eastern NY Commercial Hort. Program and the Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program are sponsoring two days of working facilitated time for your family or business partners to build a strong business succession strategy.
Master Your Farm Taxes
January 14, 2017
10am-12pm, 12:30pm- 2:00
Millbrook, NY
2017 Empire State Producers Expo
January 16, 2017 : 2017 Becker Forum
2017 Empire State Producers Expo
January 17, 2017 - January 19, 2017
2017 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
January 30 - February 27, 2017
7pm - 9:30pm, Exam 27 Feb - 6:30pm - 11pm
Canadaigua, NY
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.
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
January 31, 2017
8:30am -4:30pm
Beekmantown, NY
Topics to be covered include, 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
In addition to learning about produce safety best practices, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements are outlined within each module. There will be time for questions and discussion, so participants should come prepared to share their experiences and produce safety questions.
February 2017
Growing Table Grapes for Profit Webinar Series
February 3 - February 17, 2017
All webinars will begin at 11:00am and last approximately 85 minutes
Please join us for this three part webinar series* for a thorough introduction to table grape production. Learn from Cornell and University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension specialists and from growers who have experience in the table grape industry.
To participate in the webinar, you must have high speed internet access. If you have questions about this requirement, call Laura at 518-791-5038.
2017 LOF Winter Fruit School Lockport
February 6, 2017
8am registration, 8:30am - 3:20pm
Lockport, NY
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click on details for registration information and WFS agenda.
2017 Hudson Valley Commercial Vegetable Growers' School and Mini Trade Show!
February 7, 2017
8:00am-4:00pm
Kingston, NY
3.75 NYS DEC Pesticide Re-certification credits will be available
Please register by Monday, January 30th. You must be pre-registered to attend this event! Your registration includes a hot lunch.
2017 LOF Winter Fruit School Newark
February 7, 2017
8am registration, 8:30am - 3:20pm
Newark, NY
A 1-day program addressing topical aspects of fruit production in Western NY.
Click details for registration information and WFS agenda.
2017 Capital District Commercial Vegetable Growers' School and Mini Trade Show!
February 8, 2017
8:00am-4:00pm
Albany, NY
3.25 NYS DEC Pesticide Re-certification credits will be available.
Please register by Monday, January 30th. You must be pre-registered to attend this event! Your registration includes a hot lunch.
The Path to Your Farm Dream - Beginning Farmer Workshop
February 11, 2017
9am-4pm
Vorheesville, NY
To register by phone, pay by credit card or more information, contact Tove Ford at 518-765-3518.
- Gain ideas on where to get financing to start a farm
- What to look for when looking for land, buildings, etc. to start a farm business
- Gain ideas on how to market and sell the products I would like to grow
- A better understanding of what regulations you need to be aware of
ENYCHP Northeastern NY Commercial Tree Fruit School
February 13, 2017
8:00am- 4:00pm
Lake George, NY
ENYCHP Organic Grower Farmer-to Farmer Conference
February 15, 2017
9:00am- 4:30pm
Poughkeepsie, NY
To Register for this event, please send your name and contact information to Crystal Stewart at: cls263@cornell.edu
Join us for a one day winter school specific to Organic production! Hear from panels of experienced growers and industry experts about the following topics:
> Precision cultivation
> Cover crops and tarps for weed suppression
> Biocontrols: how do they actually work?
> Scaling up and paring down: should you grow fewer crops, better?
> What do I need to know about worker protection standards?
2017 Hudson Valley Commercial Fruit Growers' School
February 14, 2017 : Tree Fruit Session 1
February 15, 2017 : Tree Fruit Session 2
February 16, 2017 : Berry Grower Session
February 16, 2017 : Grape Grower Session
February 16, 2017 : Berry and Grape Growers Session
Tuesday, February 14: Registration cost: $50/person if pre-registered or $70/person at the door (includes admission into the educational session, lunch and Trade Show admittance).
- Tree Fruit Session 1: Educational Session 8:00 am - 4:00 pm followed by the Trade Show 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Tree Fruit Session 2: Educational Session 8:50 am - 4:45 pm
- Grape Growers Session: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. Registration cost: $35/person if pre-registered or $50/person at the door (includes admission into the educational session and lunch). Special pricing for attending both the Berry and Grape Grower Sessions: $50/person, includes lunch
- Berry Growers Session: Educational Session 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm Registration cost: $35/person if pre-registered or $50/person at the door (includes admission into the educational session and lunch). Special pricing for attending both the Berry and Grape Grower Sessions: $50/person, includes lunch
DEC Credits have been applied for each session.
Click HERE to view the Full Fruit Growers' School Agenda
Click HERE to view the Grape Session Agenda
Click HERE to view the Berry Session Agenda
Farm Business Succession Retreat: Part Two
February 17 - February 18, 2017
10:00am- 2:00pm
Families across the country dream of the day the farm will pass to the next generation. In 2008, the Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES) reported that 70% of U.S. farmland would change hands by 2028. Without adequate succession planning, CSREES reports that farms are more likely to go out of business, be absorbed by larger neighboring farms, or be converted for non-farm use.
Don't let that happen to your dream! Succession planning can help ensure the dream of having the farm business transfer to the next generation will become reality. To help you move forward, CCE Ulster County, The Eastern NY Commercial Hort. Program and the Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program are sponsoring two days of working facilitated time for your family or business partners to build a strong business succession strategy.
Effective Orchard Spraying
February 22, 2017
8:30- 3:15
Highland, NY
Effective Vineyard Spraying
February 23, 2017
8:30- 3:15
Highland, NY
Modernizing Your Farm Sales: The Power of Point of Sale
February 27, 2017
12:00-1:00pm
To register https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1101880356120197891 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Western NY: New York State Berry Growers Association Winter Regional Workshop
February 28, 2017
8:30am- 4:00pm
Portland, NY
Growers and educators are researching techniques for growing berries under cover. This day-long workshop will feature multiple short presentations, interactive activities, and words from growers discussing the newest research in tunnels and exclusion netting.
2017 Onion School
February 28, 2017
8:45am-4:15pm
Middletown, NY
March 2017
2017 Lake Ontario Fruit Program Spanish School Orleans County
March 4, 2017
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Waterport, NY
March 4 Orleans County
Click details for registration and more information.
Long Island: New York State Berry Growers Association Winter Regional Workshop
March 7, 2017
8:30am- 4:00pm
Riverhead, NY
As dramatic weather events increase, pest pressure intensifies, and local markets vitalize, New York berry growers are looking for ways to protect their crop and lengthen their season.
Growers and educators are researching techniques for growing berries under cover. This day-long workshop will feature multiple short presentations, interactive activities, and words from growers discussing the newest research in tunnels and exclusion netting.
Walk in space may be available. Pease contact Sandy at CCE Suffolk at 631-727-7850 ext. 316 to verify
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
~5 DEC credits, please preregister by March 3rd.
NENY & VT Winter Grape School
March 9, 2017
8:00am- 4:00pm
Lake George, NY
2017 Garlic School
March 9, 2017
9:30am-3:00pm
Voorheesville, NY
2017 Lake Ontario Fruit Program Spanish School Wayne County
March 11, 2017
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Alton, NY
March 11 Wayne County
Please click details for more information and registration.
Northern Vegetable School
March 14, 2017
8:30am-3:00pm
Essex, NY
Our special guest speaker, Will Stevens from Golden Russet Farm in Shoreham Vt will explain how he uses cover crops and crop rotations on his farm.
Champlain Valley Pesticide Applicator Pre-Exam Training
March 20 - March 22, 2017
9:00am-12:00pm
Plattsburgh, NY
Please note: The date of this event has changed to March 20th and 22nd
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 3/13 and Wednesday 3/15
Hudson Valley Pesticide Applicator Pre-Exam Training
March 20 - March 22, 2017
9:00am-12:00pm
Highland, NY
Registration Fee covers two days of review: Monday 3/20 and Wednesday 3/22
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
Please click details for agenda pdf & online registration.
Effective Orchard Spraying & Navigating NEWA Workshop- Champlain Valley
March 28, 2017
8:00am- 4:00pm
Chazy, NY
Understand how to improve your timeliness and therefore apply sprays when needed and not be forever chasing the calendar. Correct application at the correct time will allow you to make better use of your time and materials over the season.
Navigating NEWA - Afternoon
Learn the ins-and-outs of the NEWA system (Network for Environment and Weather Applications). Learn how to efficiently navigate the NEWA interface, including how to get weather data, access station specific pages, and effectively utilize models for insects, diseases, crop thinning, and irrigation.
Bring your Laptop or Smart Device!!
***PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! ***
Hudson Valley Orchard Scouting & NEWA Orchard Models Workshop
March 30, 2017
10:00am-3:00pm
Highland, NY
Pruning Demonstration Day
March 30, 2017
2pm-5pm
Red Hook, NY
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 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.
Northern Vegetable School
March 31, 2017
8:30am-3:00pm
Essex, NY
Our special guest speaker, Will Stevens from Golden Russet Farm in Shoreham Vt will explain how he uses cover crops and crop rotations on his farm.
Apples
Apricots
Asian Pears
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Gooseberries
Nectarines
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Raspberries / Blackberries
Strawberries
Unusual Fruit
Upcoming Events
Cornell and New York Cider Association's Hard Cider Tours (Attendees)
July 28 - July 29, 2026 : Cornell Research and Lab Testing Updates and New York Cider Association's Hard Cider Tours
Ithaca, NY
Online registration closed. Want to know if there are still spots available? Email or call/text Craig Kahlke at cjk37@cornell.edu, 585-735-5448.
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Join Cornell & the New York Cider Association for:
July 28 (PM) Tours and Updates on Cornell Research and Lab Testing at both Cornell Orchards in Ithaca and Lansing. There is are snack options at South Hill Cidery (attendees pay)
July 29 (all Day) - Annual New York Cider Summer Tour at about 5 cideries, including lunch at Finger Lakes Cider House (included in registration) . Also includes bus for the first 30 registrants.
There is a discounted hotel block at the Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University for 169.00 USD - 179.00 USD per night
Last Day to Book : Sunday, July 12, 2026
Start Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
End Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate: See Cornell and New York Cider Association's Hard Cider Tours details below for the hotel and registration links.
Book your group rate for New York Cider Association They must enter the code: NYCNYCA in the "corporate/promo" area of your Marriott Bonvoy App if guests are making reservations through that app
2026 Apple Socials
July 17, 2026 : Orleans County - Apple Social
Lyndonville, NY
Apple Socials Return for a Third Year, proudly sponsored by Valent and American Fruit Grower magazine.
July 29, 2026 : Wayne County - Apple Social
Williamson, NY
Please join us at this casual networking event for all apple industry folks from Western NY, proudly sponsored by Valent.
Cornell Fruit Field Day
July 30, 2026
Geneva, NY
Online registration closed. Want to know if there are still spots available? Email or call/text Craig Kahlke at cjk37@cornell.edu, 585-735-5448.
Join Cornell researchers in Geneva for Fruit Field Day, returning after 10 years, to tour research plots, learn from experts—including Dr. Terence Robinson with 40+ years in tree fruit research—and explore the latest orchard technologies and practices. At the catered lunch, network with industry, and visit sponsor displays and equipment. Our keynote speaker is Commissioner of Agriculture Richard Ball. DEC credits available.