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
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 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 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.
2017 Onion School
February 28, 2017
8:45am-4:15pm
Middletown, NY
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.
March 2017
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
2017 Garlic School
March 9, 2017
9:30am-3:00pm
Voorheesville, NY
NENY & VT Winter Grape School
March 9, 2017
8:00am- 4:00pm
Lake George, NY
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
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
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
Asparagus
Beets
Blueberries
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cherries
Cucumbers
Dry Beans
Eggplant
Ethnic Vegetables
Garlic
Grapes
Horseradish
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lettuce / Leafy Greens
Melons
Nectarines
Onions
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peppers
Plums
Potatoes
Pumpkins / Gourds
Radishes
Raspberries / Blackberries
Rhubarb
Rutabaga
Snap Beans
Squash - Summer
Squash- Winter
Strawberries
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Tomatoes
Turnips
Upcoming Events
Cover Crop Field Meeting
October 21, 2025 : Cover Crop Field Meeting
Willsboro, NY
Thinking about upping your farm's cover cropping game? New technology for seeding and crop tracking, research-driven recommendations for high tunnel cover cropping, cold tolerant varieties for North Country climates, and farmer expertise will be shared at this field event.
New York State Agritourism Conference
November 10 - November 11, 2025 : New York State Agritourism Conference
Saratoga Springs, NY
The first-ever New York State Agritourism Conference, hosted by the CCE Agritourism Program Work Team, is designed to support farms in growing successful visitor experiences. This statewide gathering will feature expert-led sessions, peer networking, and practical tools to help farms expand direct sales, education, hospitality, and entertainment offerings.
Date:
- November 10: A full day of educational sessions targeted at beginning or experienced agritourism operators.
- November 11: A half-day, interactive networking session with fellow attendees.
ASL 104sp Seleccion y organizacion del personal (Staffing and Organizing Your Team) taught in Spanish
November 12, 2025 : ASL 104sp Selección y organización del personal (Staffing and Organizing Your Team) in Spanish
ASL104-SP: Selección y organización del personal (Staffing and Organizing Your Team - impartido en español) ¡Inscripciones abiertas!
En este curso identificamos cómo escribir descripciones de puestos disponibles en el trabajo para atraer a los mejores candidatos. Aprenderá a encontrar empleados con un perfil deseado, cómo entrevistar y seleccionar a las personas adecuadas. Descubrirá cómo completar la documentación de nuevos empleados, la autorización de empleo y la contratación de personal (on-boarding): es decir, cómo efectivamente incorporar nuevos empleados al rancho en una manera exitosa y productiva.
Los temas incluyen:
- Convertirse en un lugar de trabajar preferido
- Planear cuántos y qué trabajadores se necesitan
- Diseñar descripciones de trabajos para un mejor reclutamiento
- Cómo evitar favoritismos y discriminación
- Cómo buscar y entrevistar los nuevos trabajadores
- Cómo decidir a quién contratar
- Y cómo dar una buena bienvenida al nuevo trabajador
Inicio del curso: miércoles, 12 de noviembre de 2025
Discusiones en vivo por Zoom: Cada martes 18 de noviembre - 23 de diciembre, de 1:00 a 2:00 p.m. (hora del Este)