Events - month view
earlier monthsDecember 2015
Organic Dry Bean Discussion Group
December 1, 2015
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canandaigua, NY
We will continue our discussion and networking on the potential opportunities and challenges of increased organic dry bean production in New York State. The demand for organic dry beans continues to increase. While there are a number of growers producing organic dry beans in NY it is a very small percentage of the total dry bean production in the state. The interest in this topic is broad based, and includes growers, shippers, processors, brokers, NY Certified Organic, and NOFA-NY.
Finger Lakes Soil Health Grower Discussion Group
December 9, 2015
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Stanley, NY
GROWERS interested in improving their soil health for improved farm profitability and soil resilience with changing weather are invited to attend. This discussion group focuses on discussing options and sharing experiences related to reducing tillage, increasing cover crops, improving crop rotations, using manure/compost, and choosing/modifying equipment.
2015 Processing Snap Bean Advisory Meeting
December 14, 2015
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Geneva, NY
The processing snap bean industry will meet to discuss the 2015 growing season and to set priorities for future research. Your input is needed! Come early for a complimentary lunch at noon with invited speaker Dr. Paul Mitchell, University of Wisconsin - Madison providing an update on the Specialty Crops Research Initiative Multistate Project "Building Market Foundations for Sustainable Vegetable Production and Processing."
2015 Processing Sweet Corn Advisory Meeting
December 14, 2015
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Geneva, NY
Your input is needed to set future research priorities. Come discuss the 2015 growing season with your industry peers and hear the latest research results. Complimentary lunch provided following the meeting with invited speaker Dr. Paul Mitchell, University of Wisconsin - Madison providing an update on the Specialty Crops Research Initiative Multistate Project "Building Market Foundations for Sustainable Vegetable Production and Processing."
2015 Processing Pea Advisory Meeting
December 16, 2015
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Batavia, NY
Come discuss the 2015 processing pea season with industry colleagues. Your input is needed to set priorities for future research.
2015 Processing Lima Bean Advisory Meeting
December 16, 2015
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Batavia, NY
The processing lima bean industry will meet to discuss the 2015 growing season and to set priorities for future research. Your input is needed!
2015 Processing Beet and Carrot Advisory Meeting
December 16, 2015
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Batavia, NY
All are invited to discuss the 2015 processing beet and carrot season in New York. Hear ideas and concerns from fellow growers and industry members. Your input is needed to set future research priorities.
2015 Upstate New York Potato Advisory Meeting
December 17, 2015
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Growers, consultants, processors, packers, extension, college and agency personnel are encouraged to come and discuss the concerns, needs and opportunities of the Upstate NY potato industry. We will begin with a Roundtable for everyone to share their concerns and interests. Growers are asked to bring ideas for needed research, extension programming, and industry projects. DEC and CCA credits will be available.
January 2016
2016 Auction Growers Production Meeting (Yates)
January 7, 2016
9:00 AM - 1:00 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. An anticipated 1.0 hours of content is eligible for re-certification credits.
Northeast Beginning Farmer Project Online Courses
January 12 - April 19, 2016
The Cornell Small Farms Program is pleased to announce the winter roster of online courses available through its Northeast Beginning Farmer Project. These courses help farmers learn from the latest research-based education.
Pot Luck Dinner
January 13, 2016
6pm - 8pm
Castleton-On-Hudson, NY
Jim O'Connell Grape and Berry educator has set up pot lucks across the region to get to know growers more. Come join him for an educational discussion and dinner on January 13, 2016.
2016 Empire State Producers EXPO
January 19 - January 21, 2016
Morning, Mid-day, and Afternoon Sessions
Syracuse, NY
This show combines the major fruit, flower, vegetable, and direct marketing associations of New York State in order to provide a comprehensive trade show and educational conference for the fruit and vegetable growers of this state, as well as the surrounding states and Eastern Canada. The Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists are involved in organizing sessions on Processing Vegetables, Potatoes, Onions, Cabbage/Cole Crops, Soil Health, Weed Management, Climate Change, Beginning Farmers, High Tunnels, and Specialty Vegetables.
February 2016
Seneca Produce Auction Greenhouse Growers Meeting
February 17, 2016
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Romulus, NY
This meeting for produce auction growers will include information on making flowers profitable for auction sales, growth regulators, vegetable transplant production, alkalinity and irrigation, and principals of acidification. This will be a fairly informal, discussion oriented meeting.
2016 Auction Growers Production Meeting (Orleans)
February 18, 2016
1:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Albion, NY
This course will educate growers on disease and pest management, varieties, soil management, and marketing issues in open field and high tunnel vegetables. Topics such as disease resistant varieties, managing pests (weeds, diseases, birds), cultural management and appropriate spray options.
There will 3 grower panels during this event. Weed control and Best Management Practices for Auction will be discussed by the first panel. A sweet corn grower panel will discuss varieties, seeding dates, and auction sales. The final grower panel will focus on soil management for Orleans County clay.
There will 3 grower panels during this event. Weed control and Best Management Practices for Auction will be discussed by the first panel. A sweet corn grower panel will discuss varieties, seeding dates, and auction sales. The final grower panel will focus on soil management for Orleans County clay.
Balanced Pruning Workshop
February 19, 2016
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Old Chatham, NY
Come learn about balanced pruning in grapes. Guest speaker Hans Walter-Peterson from the FLGP.
Irrigation Water Regulations, Traceability, and Recall: Info for Produce Farmers Concerning FSMA
February 22, 2016
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will provide information and answers to questions on several of the more complicated sections of the new FSMA regulations going into effect for produce growers. There will be a focus on irrigation water and what is required for testing your water sources, record keeping, how to set up a meaningful traceability program, and how to conduct a recall.
2016 Genesee Valley Produce Auction Meeting
February 23, 2016
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Centerville, NY
Come and learn how to make a profit at produce auctions! Speakers from other New York and Pennsylvania auctions plus Cornell Cooperative Extension and Cornell will provide attendees will information on flower production, small fruit, Food Safety Modernization Act impacts on auctions, nutrient management, high tunnel tomato production, and simplified hoop tomato house production. The benefits of having an auction and how to encourage new growers will also be discussed.
2016 Capital District Commercial Vegetable Growers' School and Mini Trade Show!
February 24, 2016
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Albany, NY
Attention Capital District Vegetable Growers!
2016 Capital District Commercial Vegetable Growers' School and Mini Trade Show! Wednesday, February 24, 2016, Best Western Albany Airport Inn, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
We have received 4.0 DEC Recertification credits for this location in Categories 1A, 23 and 10.
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2016 Hudson Valley Commercial Vegetable Growers' School & Mini Trade Show
February 25, 2016
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Kingston, NY
Attention Hudson Valley Vegetable Growers!
Hudson Valley Commercial Vegetable Growers' School & Mini Trade Show
Thursday, February 25, 2016, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Best Western Plus of Kingston, 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401
We have received 4.0 DEC Recertification credits for this location in Categories 1A, 23 and 10.
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Forecasting Potato/Tomato Late Blight Risk for YOUR Farm
February 29, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Canandaigua and East Aurora, NY
Learn how to use the late blight forecast tool on your farm. Participants will set up their personal farm accounts on the Late Blight Decision Support System (DSS) website, defining the location of their farm/fields, and their varieties. Users can sign up for email/text alerts regarding when fungicide sprays are needed. Once basic farm/crop information is in a user's account, they can access DSS reports and input fungicide sprays by smartphone or tablet.
Erie County Vegetable Growers Meeting
February 29, 2016
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
East Aurora, NY
Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists will present research updates on sweet corn bird and weed management; living mulch; and the final ruling of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) - what it means for your farm planning, training and timelines. Dr. Elizabeth Lamb, NYS Integrated Pest Management Program, will discuss IPM in greenhouse vegetable transplants; Allen Young, NRCS Erie County, will discuss cover crops; and Megan Burley, CCE Erie County, will lead a marketing roundtable session. Discussions will be led during lunch about fresh market vegetable research priorities and needs, and the Western NY Food Hub.
Asparagus
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Dry Beans
Eggplant
Ethnic Vegetables
Garlic
Horseradish
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lettuce / Leafy Greens
Melons
Mushrooms
Onions
Parsnips
Peas
Peppers
Potatoes
Pumpkins / Gourds
Radishes
Rhubarb
Rutabaga
Snap Beans
Squash - Summer
Squash- Winter
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Tomatoes
Turnips
Upcoming Events
Postharvest Water Management, Sanitation, and Traceability Workshop
March 18, 2026
Albion, NY
Cornell University personnel from the National GAPs Program and the Produce Safety Alliance are presenting a workshop on postharvest water management, sanitation, and traceability. This workshop will include a mix of short talks and hands-on activities to provide attendees with applied experience with sanitation, postharvest water, and traceability topics.
2.75 NYSDEC CEU's in categories 10, 1a, and 23 available.
2026 NYS Dry Bean Meeting and Cutting Event
March 20, 2026
Geneva, NY
The Cutting Event will be held in the morning, followed by lunch, and the NYS Dry Bean Meeting in the afternoon.
DEC recertification credits available for the NYS Dry Bean Meeting portion of the day: 2.0 in categories 1a, 10, 21, and 23.
Harmonized GAP Plus+ Plan Writing Session
March 20, 2026
Newark, NY
Join us for this specialized workshop to cover requirements for this specific audit. Commercial fruit and vegetable growers are increasingly being asked to have the Harmonized GAP Plus+ audit to satisfy some large buyer's requirements.