2019 Events - year view
previous yearJanuary 2019
Finger Lakes Produce Auction Educational Meeting
January 3, 2019
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
This meeting is our annual winter educational event for Finger Lakes Produce Auction growers. This year we focus on disease management in cole crops, strawberries, food safety and greenhouse flowers. 2.0 recertification credits in private vegetable category.
Ontario Produce Auction Winter Growers Meeting
January 9, 2019
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Stanley, NY
This meeting is our annual winter educational event for Ontario Produce Auction growers. This year we focus on disease management in high tunnel tomatoes, vine crops and greenhouse flowers. Grower and buyer panels will be presented as well irrigation and plastic mulch. DEC pesticide applicator recertification credits have been requested.
2019 Empire State Producers EXPO
January 15 - January 17, 2019
1.25 hr sessions throughout each day
Syracuse, NY
The 2019 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.
2019 Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Produce Meeting
January 28, 2019
M 9:30 am - 3:45 pm
Jamestown, NY
This annual winter educational event for the Chautauqua Produce Auction will educate produce growers on pest management, variety selection, and marketing issues in fresh market crops grown for auction. Specific topics include season extension techniques and high tunnels, growing good onions and preventing early die-back, Strawberries 101, managing worms and Alternaria in Cole Crops, lessons learned at the Buffalo Valley Produce Auction, strategic crop management for increased profitability, Spotted Lantern Fly updates, and updates on FSMA, GAPS, and On-Farm Readiness Reviews.
This is a multi-discipline produce meeting featuring expert speakers in vegetable and fruit production and a Q&A panel of experienced, successful growers.
This is a multi-discipline produce meeting featuring expert speakers in vegetable and fruit production and a Q&A panel of experienced, successful growers.
2019 Allegany-Cattaraugus Produce Growers Meeting
January 29, 2019
T 9:30am - 3:30pm
Freedom, NY
A fresh market vegetable meeting for beginner to intermediate growers. The meeting will emphasize grower perspectives and present both organic and conventional management information. Topics include soil health, onions, GAPs, good crop establishment, flower production, and organic tomato production. Lunch included for those pre-registering by noon on January 24th.
February 2019
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
February 13, 2019
W 8:00 AM registration, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM program
Albion, 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.'
Fresh Market Vegetable Grower Meeting
February 21, 2019
Th 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Newark, NY
This course will educate fresh market growers on current pest management, food safety, and marketing issues in fresh market crops. Specific topics covered include: managing the weed seedbank, Farm to School marketing opportunities, Late Blight updates, FSMA On-Farm Readiness Reviews, biopesticides and biostimulants and how they work, wash line equipment cleaning checklist, and a discussion of production problems throughout the 2018 growing season.
March 2019
Designing a Safe and Sanitizable Packing Line
March 6, 2019
W 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Branchport, NY
Join Robert Hadad, CVP vegetable specialist, to learn about how to design a produce packing line that fits your budget and maximizes efficiency and food safety. This workshop will cover what you need to take into account when designing your line, along with how you can modify an existing system to for increased sanitation and efficiency. Robert will also discuss how packing line and packing house design fits in with the new Food Safety Modernization Act requirements.
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training
March 11 - March 12, 2019
M 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; T 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Binghamton, NY
Are you a farmer interested in produce safety? Are your markets asking for food safety plans or third party verification? Do you want to understand produce safety issues as they relate to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Food Safety Rule, third party audits and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)? Participation in this training, hosted by CCE Broome County, will give you the tools to create an on-farm food safety plan and complete one of the requirements of either FSMA OR the New York State Grown and Certified branding program. We will also discuss potential funding streams to make infrastructure upgrades to your farm related to food safety!
2019 NYS Dry Bean Meeting and Variety Evaluation
March 15, 2019
F 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Join us for updates on dry bean production and marketing, Western bean cutworm activity, white mold management, breeding, varieties, and the use of dry beans in school lunches. We will also review research priorities and gather suggestions for future educational programs. The second half of the program will feature evaluation of the Cornell dry bean variety trial with 56 dry bean cultivars that were canned by Furmano Foods on display for taste and visual appearance.
Pre-Season Oswego Onion Meeting Featuring Management of Onion Maggot
March 18, 2019
10:00 AM - Noon
Oswego, NY
Local onion growers are invited to an informal discussion of specific topics ahead of the growing season. Brian Nault, Cornell, will review 2016-2018 Cornell onion maggot research trial results. Growers can share their personal experiences controlling onion maggot and we'll discuss novel approaches for control of onion maggot in New York in the future.
Pre-Season Onion Meeting Featuring Onion Thrips and IYSV
March 19, 2019
10:00 AM - Noon
Elba, NY
Local onion growers are invited to an informal discussion of specific topics ahead of the growing season. Christy Hoepting, Cornell Vegetable Program, will provide a review of 2018 onion scouting and insecticide spray programs. Brian Nault, Cornell, will review IYSV and insecticde trial results. Growers will contribute to a roundtable discussion/brainstorming session to design a management plan to significantly reduce losses from onion thrips and IYSV forever more.
Orleans Regional Vegetable Grower Meeting
March 19, 2019
M 1:00pm -3:30pm
Albion, NY
Topics include soilborne disease ID and management, tomato bacterial disease control, sanitation procedures for wash and pack lines, a spotted lantern fly update, and weed and worm control for sweet corn. 1.75 DEC credits available in categories 1a and 23.
2019 Garlic School
March 20, 2019
W 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Batavia, NY
Hear about the latest garlic research trial results and insect and disease issues. Open discussion encouraged!
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
March 21, 2019
8:00 AM registration/refreshments, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM training
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 are encouraged to attend this training. 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.'
Erie/Niagara Regional Vegetable Meeting
March 26, 2019
Tues 8:30am - 12:30pm
Eden, NY
Production topics include alternaria control in broccoli, precision irrigation tools, tarping, and weed seed bank management. A special farm-to-school panel will provide grower, distributor, and school buyer insight on how to supply the increasing school demand for local produce. 1.5 DEC credits in categories 1a, 10 and 23 are available
High Tunnel Workshop for Veterans
March 26, 2019
T 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Honeoye Falls, NY
This workshop will help veterans interested in growing in high tunnels or greenhouses learn how to select and manage vegetable crops. Topics include varieties, nutrients, pest management and the 'nuts-and-bolts' of a high tunnel including an onsite tour.
Produce Safety School -- Sanitary Design and Practice Considerations for Your Farm
March 27, 2019
W 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Geneva, NY
This is a full-day program focusing on putting farm food safety into daily production practices. Participants will learn why and how to clean, sanitize, and dry produce. Hygienic designs and applications will be covered in detail. Speakers include Chris Callahan and Andrew Chamberlin from UVM Extension, Elizabeth Bihn and Elizabeth Demmings from the Produce Safety Alliance, and Robert Hadad from the CCE Cornell Vegetable Program.
April 2019
Women in Agriculture Discussion Group: Ornamental and Vegetable Transplant Production
April 8, 2019
Monday, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Eden, NY
Each monthly Women in Ag discussion group meeting will feature an established, innovative Farm-her leading the group on a tour of her operation and sharing her expertise on business management and production. Several guest speakers, as well as Cornell Vegetable Program staff, will be brought in to act as resource people for developing solutions to common production challenges.
The inaugural meeting held on April 8 will cover biocontrol and sanitation in greenhouse production. The meeting will be hosted by Karyn Sullivan (Agle's Farm Market). Karyn will share her experience in farm stand and wholesale marketing, flexibility and diversification.
The inaugural meeting held on April 8 will cover biocontrol and sanitation in greenhouse production. The meeting will be hosted by Karyn Sullivan (Agle's Farm Market). Karyn will share her experience in farm stand and wholesale marketing, flexibility and diversification.
2019 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Wayne County)
April 9, 2019
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.
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.
2019 Worker Protection Standard Training & DEC Special Permit Training (Orleans County)
April 10, 2019
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.
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.
Farm Food Safety Training with GAPs
April 10 - April 11, 2019
W 8:30 AM registration, 9:00 AM - 4:30 training; Th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bath, NY
This course is intended to improve your understanding of GAPs to guide assessment of risks and implementation of practices to reduce risks on fresh produce farms.
May 2019
Women in Agriculture Discussion Group: Urban Farming
May 6, 2019
Monday, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Buffalo, NY
Each monthly Women in Ag discussion group meeting will feature an established, innovative Farm-her leading the group on a tour of her operation and sharing her expertise on business management and production. Several guest speakers, as well as Cornell Vegetable Program staff, will be brought in to act as resource people for developing solutions to common production challenges.
The May 6 meeting will cover positive public relations and navigating municipal ordinances in urban farming. The meeting will be hosted by Mayda Pozantides (Groundwork Market Garden) and Allison DeHonney (Urban Fruits & Veggies). Participants will learn about production in urban soils and how to adapt farming techniques for urban environments.
The May 6 meeting will cover positive public relations and navigating municipal ordinances in urban farming. The meeting will be hosted by Mayda Pozantides (Groundwork Market Garden) and Allison DeHonney (Urban Fruits & Veggies). Participants will learn about production in urban soils and how to adapt farming techniques for urban environments.
June 2019
Muck Donut Hour Begins
June 4, 2019
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS! All welcome!
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
June 11, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Join Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning at the corner of Transit Rd and Spoilbank Rd in the Elba muck to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS!
Farm Food Safety Training with GAPs
June 6, 2019 : How Harmonized and Basic GAPs Applies to Your Farm
June 13, 2019 : Write a Food Safety Plan for Your Farm
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Allegany County, the Cornell Vegetable Program, and New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets for a training on understanding GAPs and how GAPs impact produce safety. Learn about Harmonized & Basic GAPs and how it applies to your farm operation. Day 2 -- Begin writing a food safety plan that compiles with a USDA GAP Audit for your farm.
All produce farms are encouraged to complete GAPs training. Understanding Farm Food Safety regardless of buyers' demands is the right thing for growers to do.
Lunch will be provided, space is limited and pre-registration is required by May 30th. For more information or to pre-register contact Lynn Bliven, CCE Allegany County, at 585-268-7644 ext. 18 or email Lynn.
All produce farms are encouraged to complete GAPs training. Understanding Farm Food Safety regardless of buyers' demands is the right thing for growers to do.
Lunch will be provided, space is limited and pre-registration is required by May 30th. For more information or to pre-register contact Lynn Bliven, CCE Allegany County, at 585-268-7644 ext. 18 or email Lynn.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
June 18, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations.
Oswego County Onion Twilight Meeting
June 20, 2019
4:30 - 6:45 PM, dinner to follow at Sorbello & Sons
Oswego, NY
Annual educational meeting focuses on the latest field research and recommendations in onions. This year, attendees will get a first look at the 2019 onion herbicide trial results and will hear the new fungicide recommendations for the 2019 growing season for Stemphylium leaf blight and Botrytis leaf blight.
Women in Agriculture Discussion Group: Maple and Agroforestry
June 24, 2019
Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Lawtons, NY
Each monthly Women in Ag discussion group meeting will feature an established, innovative Farm-her leading the group on a tour of her operation and sharing her expertise on business management and production. Several guest speakers, as well as Cornell Vegetable Program staff, will be brought in to act as resource people for developing solutions to common production challenges.
The June 24 meeting will cover maple production and putting woodlots to work led by Sharon Bachman, CCE Erie County. The meeting will be hosted by Lynn Gabel (Gabel's Maple Syrup). Lynn will share her experience in event agritourism and marketing value-added products.
The June 24 meeting will cover maple production and putting woodlots to work led by Sharon Bachman, CCE Erie County. The meeting will be hosted by Lynn Gabel (Gabel's Maple Syrup). Lynn will share her experience in event agritourism and marketing value-added products.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
June 25, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS!
July 2019
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
July 2, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS!
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Field Meeting for Auction Growers (Seneca)
July 3, 2019
Wednesday, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Romulus, 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 CCE 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 these farms.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
July 9, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS!
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Field Meeting for Auction Growers (Ontario)
July 9, 2019
Tuesday, 7:00 - 9:00 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 CCE 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 these farms.
Women in Agriculture Discussion Group: Small Fruit & Vegetable Production plus Insect Control
July 15, 2019
Monday, 6:30 - 8:30pm
East Aurora, NY
Each monthly Women in Ag discussion group meeting will feature an established, innovative Farm-her leading the group on a tour of her operation and sharing her expertise on business management and production. Several guest speakers, as well as Cornell Vegetable Program staff, will be brought in to act as resource people for developing solutions to common production challenges.
The July 15 meeting will cover vegetable & small fruit production and insect control led by Elizabeth Buck, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program, and Abby Seaman, NYS IPM Program. The meeting will be hosted by Gayle and Naomi Thorpe (Thorpe's Organic Family Farm). Gayle and Naomi will share their experiences managing a diversified organic farming operation and family farm transitions.
The July 15 meeting will cover vegetable & small fruit production and insect control led by Elizabeth Buck, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program, and Abby Seaman, NYS IPM Program. The meeting will be hosted by Gayle and Naomi Thorpe (Thorpe's Organic Family Farm). Gayle and Naomi will share their experiences managing a diversified organic farming operation and family farm transitions.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
July 16, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations about ONIONS!
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Field Meeting for Auction Growers (Yates)
July 19, 2019
Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Himrod, 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 CCE 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 these farms.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
July 23, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations. Grower experience is combined with research and scouting information for a whole lot of talk about growing ONIONS! All are welcome to join us!
WNY Produce Auction Summer Meeting (Orleans Co.)
July 29, 2019
Monday, 5:45 - 8:00pm
Medina, NY
Attendees will be led by CCE Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists on a tour of the produce fields and receive hands-on training in scouting and identification of common weeds and vegetable-attacking diseases and insects. Cultural and chemical control options will be discussed, keeping in mind broader vegetable production best management practices.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
July 30, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations.
August 2019
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
August 6, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask your onion production questions and share your observations.
Niagara Region Summer Vegetable Meeting
August 6, 2019
Tues, 5:45 - 8:00pm
Lockport, NY
Join the CCE Cornell Vegetable Program for an evening covering pest management options plus a crop walk to learn scouting techniques.
- Optimizing sweet corn worm and spidermite control programs
- Crop walk of tomato and pumpkin fields
- Pepper Weevil & other pepper problems
- Management options for potato pests
- Rhizoctonia and wire-stem of cole crops
Dry Bean and Potato Twilight Meetings
August 12, 2019 : Dry Bean Meeting
August 12, 2019 : Potato Meeting
Dry bean and/or potato growers in the Cornell Vegetable Program region are encouraged to join us for an evening with two educational events in one! Come to the Dry Bean Meeting, the Potato Meeting, or stay for BOTH! Research updates will be provided by Cornell University faculty and the NYS IPM Program.
Hosted by CCE Cornell Vegetable Program and CCE Steuben County. For more information: Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2574 (office). In case of rain, the event will be held in the shop.
Hosted by CCE Cornell Vegetable Program and CCE Steuben County. For more information: Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2574 (office). In case of rain, the event will be held in the shop.
Muck Donut Hour Every Tuesday
August 13, 2019
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Elba, NY
Meet with Cornell Vegetable Program Specialist Christy Hoepting every Tuesday morning to ask questions and share your observations.
WNY Produce Auction Summer Meeting (Chautauqua Co.)
August 13, 2019
Tuesday, 6:15 - 8:30pm
Panama, NY
Attendees will be led by CCE Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists on a tour of the produce fields and receive hands-on training in scouting and identification of common weeds and vegetable-attacking diseases and insects. Cultural and chemical control options will be discussed, keeping in mind broader vegetable production best management practices.
WNY Produce Auction Summer Meeting (Cattaraugus Co.)
August 14, 2019
Wednesday, 6:15 - 8:30pm
East Otto, NY
Attendees will be led by CCE Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists on a tour of the produce fields and receive hands-on training in scouting and identification of common weeds and vegetable-attacking diseases and insects. Cultural and chemical control options will be discussed, keeping in mind broader vegetable production best management practices.
2019 Elba Muck Onion Twilight Meeting
August 20, 2019
Tues, 4:30pm registration, 5-7:30pm educational program
Elba, NY
This in-field twilight meeting will feature research highlights presented by Christy Hoepting, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program, and Brian Nault, Dept. of Entomology, Cornell University Agri-Tech. Hear about the 2019 results from onion thrips research trials and highlights from other spring research trials, tour the Big Fat Onion Variety Nitrogen Rot Project plots, and learn what NY onion growers need to know about Allium Leaf Minor as it may effect trade.
September 2019
Women in Agriculture Discussion Group: Apples and Vegetables
September 30, 2019
Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Lockport, NY
Each monthly Women in Ag discussion group meeting will feature an established, innovative Farm-her leading the group on a tour of her operation and sharing her expertise on business management and production. Several guest speakers, as well as Cornell Vegetable Program staff, will be brought in to act as resource people for developing solutions to common production challenges.
The September 30 meeting will cover season extension, managing CSAs and tarping led by Liz Tee, CCE Lake Ontario Fruit Program, and Elizabeth Buck, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program. The meeting will be hosted by Bree Bacon (McCollum Orchards & Gardens). Bree will share her experience in social media marketing and passive farm income.
The September 30 meeting will cover season extension, managing CSAs and tarping led by Liz Tee, CCE Lake Ontario Fruit Program, and Elizabeth Buck, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program. The meeting will be hosted by Bree Bacon (McCollum Orchards & Gardens). Bree will share her experience in social media marketing and passive farm income.
October 2019
No Events Scheduled at this Time
November 2019
CANCELED: Women in Agriculture (WAVES) Discussion Group: Auxiliary Farm Income
November 11, 2019
M 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Warsaw, NY
Due to the inclement weather, we have had to cancel tonight's discussion group meeting. Stay warm out there! CVP will repost the event if we are able to reschedule for a different date - check back soon!
The final Women in Agriculture (WAVES) meeting, focused on auxiliary farm income, will be held Monday, November 11, 2019 at Burley's Berries and Blooms in Warsaw.
Our host, Megan Burley, runs a creative and diversified farm that uses the existing farm infrastructure and landscape assets to augment her business's primary strawberry and cut flower income. Megan will teach participants how to use farm products to craft unique, value added fall and winter wreaths to extend your marketing season and supplement your farm product offerings. Megan can also discuss how social media helps promote her auxiliary farm products to a broader audience.
Additionally, we will be discussing Christmas Tree Production as an alternative use of farmland. Katherine Humphrey of All Western Evergreen Nursery and Christmas Tree Farm in Springwater, NY will be present to discuss Christmas tree/tree production.
December 2019
Farm Food Safety 2-Day Training with GAPs - CANCELED
December 3 - December 4, 2019
Tues-Weds, 8:30am - 4:30pm
East Aurora, NY
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. We hope to reschedule it later this winter.
This training is geared for fresh produce farms looking to learn and implement food safety practices into their operations. If you are looking to find new markets, many buyers are requiring food safety training. Under the GAPs (Good Agricultural Practices) program this training will help prepare you for implementing food safety practices and move you forward for audit/certification through NY State Dept of Agriculture. If you are looking to sell to farm to school programs, many school districts require a training course.
This training is geared for fresh produce farms looking to learn and implement food safety practices into their operations. If you are looking to find new markets, many buyers are requiring food safety training. Under the GAPs (Good Agricultural Practices) program this training will help prepare you for implementing food safety practices and move you forward for audit/certification through NY State Dept of Agriculture. If you are looking to sell to farm to school programs, many school districts require a training course.
2019 Processing Vegetable Crops Advisory Meeting
December 17, 2019
9:30am - 12:10pm, 1pm - 2pm, and 2pm - 3:30pm
Batavia, NY
All are invited to attend and discuss the 2019 season for each crop, meet the new Cornell Weed Scientist and discuss weed management concerns, and receive updates on research conducted during 2019. Separate DEC and CCA credits will be available for each of the 3 crop meetings. The meeting is free of charge and there is no registration required.
2019 Processing Vegetable Crops Advisory Meeting
December 17, 2019
9:30am - 12:10pm, 1pm - 2pm, and 2pm - 3:30pm
Batavia, NY
All are invited to attend and discuss the 2019 season for each crop, meet the new Cornell Weed Scientist and discuss weed management concerns, and receive updates on research conducted during 2019. Separate DEC and CCA credits will be available for each of the 3 crop meetings. The meeting is free of charge and there is no registration required.
Asparagus
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Dry Beans
Eggplant
Ethnic Vegetables
Garlic
Horseradish
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lettuce / Leafy Greens
Melons
Onions
Parsnips
Peas
Peppers
Potatoes
Pumpkins / Gourds
Radishes
Rhubarb
Rutabaga
Snap Beans
Squash - Summer
Squash- Winter
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Tomatoes
Turnips
