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June 2014
Pricing for Profit Workshop
June 18, 2014
6:00 pm
Highland, NY
'What price should I charge?'
'Where's the best place for me to sell my produce?'
'How can I make a profit at this?'
'What is a market channel anyway?'
Are these questions you wonder about? On June 18 at 6 pm, Bob Weybright, Business Development Specialist with the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program (ENYCHP) will be at the Hudson Valley Lab, 3357 Route 9W in Highland, for a twilight presentation and discussion, including a light dinner.
'Where's the best place for me to sell my produce?'
'How can I make a profit at this?'
'What is a market channel anyway?'
Are these questions you wonder about? On June 18 at 6 pm, Bob Weybright, Business Development Specialist with the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program (ENYCHP) will be at the Hudson Valley Lab, 3357 Route 9W in Highland, for a twilight presentation and discussion, including a light dinner.
July 2014
Vegetable Grower Twilight Meeting
July 10, 2014
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Hurley, NY
Guest Speaker, Thomas Bjorkman of Cornell University will cover use of cover crops for soil health and weed control. Updates from ENYCHP educators on insect and diseases in vegetables this season. DEC Pesticide Applicator Credits have been applied for.
*Hurley Bridge on Wynkoop Road is closed. Use alternate route to access Hurley Mountain Road from 28 West (Kenco on corner) or Tongore Road off Route 209 in Stone Ridge.
For more information: Teresa 845-389-3562 or email mailto:tr28@cornell.edu
*Hurley Bridge on Wynkoop Road is closed. Use alternate route to access Hurley Mountain Road from 28 West (Kenco on corner) or Tongore Road off Route 209 in Stone Ridge.
For more information: Teresa 845-389-3562 or email mailto:tr28@cornell.edu
Control of SWD in Berries- Newburgh
July 15, 2014
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newburgh, NY
These workshops will cover Spotted Wing Drosophila control strategies, foliar nutrition monitoring, and proper sprayer calibration and optimization as part of an effective pest management program. Join us for one of these three workshops to learn more about berry culture and how you can minimize the impact of SWD.
Control of SWD in Berries- Peru
July 21, 2014
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peru, NY
These workshops will cover Spotted Wing Drosophila control strategies, foliar nutrition monitoring, and proper sprayer calibration and optimization as part of an effective pest management program. Join us for one of these three workshops to learn more about berry culture and how you can minimize the impact of SWD.
Control of SWD in Berries- Middleburgh
July 23, 2014
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Middleburgh, NY
These workshops will cover Spotted Wing Drosophila control strategies, foliar nutrition monitoring, and proper sprayer calibration and optimization as part of an effective pest management program. Join us for one of these three workshops to learn more about berry culture and how you can minimize the impact of SWD.
North Country Grower Field Meeting and Picnic Supper
July 28, 2014
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Willsboro, NY
Grower Field Meeting and Picnic Supper. View ongoing research projects and talk with Cornell and regional specialists.
What Does the Crystal Ball Say?
July 31, 2014
6:15 PM
Hudson, NY
Is there any information on historical pricing? What, if any, changes has happened to prices this summer? What should I charge for crops I still have to sell?
Are these questions you wonder about? On July 31 at 6:30 P.M. Steve Hadcock Extension Educator with Capital Area Agricultural and Horticultural Program (CAAHP) and Bob Weybright, Business Development Specialist with the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program (ENYCHP) will be at Holmquest Farm (516 Spook Rock Rd, Hudson, NY 12534 https://goo.gl/maps/xbPpc).
Are these questions you wonder about? On July 31 at 6:30 P.M. Steve Hadcock Extension Educator with Capital Area Agricultural and Horticultural Program (CAAHP) and Bob Weybright, Business Development Specialist with the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program (ENYCHP) will be at Holmquest Farm (516 Spook Rock Rd, Hudson, NY 12534 https://goo.gl/maps/xbPpc).
August 2014
Open House for Spotted Wing Drosophila Netting Exclusion and Fixed Spray System Farm Trials
August 13, 2014
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Stephentown, NY
Spotted Wing Drosophila research continues in our ongoing effort to better understand and control this new pest. This meeting will focus on a SARE Farmer grant funded project looking at different grades of exclusion netting and its efficacy on eliminating SWD from blueberries.
We will also look at a high tunnel raspberry planting that has a NYFVI funded grant project examining the efficacy and labor saving attributes of a fixed spray system in the tunnel.
Owner Dale Ila Riggs has been a leader in the campaign to secure research funding for SWD. The Berry Patch at Stonewall Hill Farm produces all kinds of berries and vegetables for local retail markets.
We will also look at a high tunnel raspberry planting that has a NYFVI funded grant project examining the efficacy and labor saving attributes of a fixed spray system in the tunnel.
Owner Dale Ila Riggs has been a leader in the campaign to secure research funding for SWD. The Berry Patch at Stonewall Hill Farm produces all kinds of berries and vegetables for local retail markets.
Cold climate grapes: Determining an Appropriate Training System for Improved Yield
August 24, 2014
2:00 pm
Morrisonville, NY
Richard Lamoy along with the Lake Champlain Grape Growers Association is pleased to announce a summer workshop for Sunday, August 24, 2014 starting at 2:00 PM
September 2014
Enology Planning Workshop
September 5, 2014
1:30
Highland, NY
If you are a wine maker or if you grow grapes to make wine, Anna Katharine Mansfield and Chris Gerling would like to hear from you. Come to the Hudson Valley Lab on September 5 2014 at 1:30 pm
October 2014
Vineyard Site Selection
October 22, 2014
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Stone Ridge, NY
Come meet your neighbor, Harry Hansen of Feather Farms, along with Jim O'Connell of the CCE Ulster County/ENYCHP on October 22, 2014 to discuss vineyard site selection.
November 2014
2014 Cornell Agribusiness Strategic Marketing Conference
November 11 - November 12, 2014
Canandaigua, NY
This premier conference provides in-depth discussion on topics and issues that are critical for sellers of agricultural products. The topics the conference focuses on this year are around emerging/alternative markets and marketing methods. Presenters will include individuals who have expert knowledge and experience in how to profitably access ethnic markets and large urban populations outside of the traditional wholesale system.
Tile Drainage School
November 12, 2014
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Ballston Spa, NY
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for the 2014 Tile Drainage School on November 12th, 2014 from 10:00a-3:00p at the Factory Eatery, (20 Prospect Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020). The cost of this meeting is $40.00 per person and includes lunch. 3 CCA CEU's in Soil and Water Management are available.
Register online at http://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=157 or by contacting Barb Johnson at (315) 866-7920.
Register online at http://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=157 or by contacting Barb Johnson at (315) 866-7920.
December 2014
High Tunnel School: Best Management Practices for High Tunnel Growers
December 4, 2014
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Millbrook, NY
This program is focused on those new to growing in high tunnels but all are welcome
Topics covered include
structural considerations when choosing a high tunnel
site selection for success
crops best suited to tunnels
variety selection
training, pruning and crop layout
grower experiences and lessons learned
Topics covered include
structural considerations when choosing a high tunnel
site selection for success
crops best suited to tunnels
variety selection
training, pruning and crop layout
grower experiences and lessons learned
Commercial Vineyard Site Selection Workshop 1
December 15, 2014
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Troy, NY
Having the proper site is a key component of grape production. Whether you're a new grower looking to start a commercial vineyard or an experienced commercial grower looking to expand your vineyard, this workshop is for you.
The workshop at this location has been canceled due to lack of preregirstrations. If you are interested in this workshop, the second location (Hudson Valley Lab in Highland NY) is still scheduled.
The workshop at this location has been canceled due to lack of preregirstrations. If you are interested in this workshop, the second location (Hudson Valley Lab in Highland NY) is still scheduled.
Commercial Vineyard Site Selection Workshop 2
December 17, 2014
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Highland, NY
Having the proper site is a key component of grape production. Whether you're a new grower looking to start a commercial vineyard or an experienced commercial grower looking to expand your vineyard, this workshop is for you.
ENYCHPTFVF
December 23 - February 25, 2015
Internal Use only- Guideline purchase
December 23 - March 31, 2015
KFSR
December 23 - February 13, 2015
KFSR half day only
December 23 - February 13, 2015
KFSR pre rate
December 23 - February 13, 2015
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
Vegetable Field Meetings with Dr. Steve Reiners
July 14, 2025 : Herkimer County - Ivan Martin's Farm
Herkimer, NY
Topics: Tomato Fertility and Mitigating Physiological Disorders; Pest Scouting, ID, and IPM Field Walk.
July 15, 2025 : Washington County - Hand Melon Farm
Greenwich, NY
Topics: Tomato Fertility and Mitigating Physiological Disorders, Tomato and Sweet Corn IPM; FSMA Water Assessments and Postharvest Sanitation
July 16, 2025 : Ulster County - Wallkill View Farm
New Paultz, NY
Topics: Tomato Fertility and Mitigating Physiological Disorders; Veg Pest Update and Management; Cornell Tomato Breeding Program and Slicer Tomato Variety Trial Tour
2025 Berry Twilight Meetings
July 2, 2025 : Berry Twilight Meeting at Dressel Farms
New Paltz, NY
Join Heather Kase, CCE ENYCHP, and Anna Wallis, Cornell IPM, for seasonal updates on berry pest man-agement and IPM.
July 16, 2025 : Berry Twilight Meeting at Samascott Orchards
Kinderhook, NY
Join Heather Kase, CCE ENYCHP, and Anna Wallis, Cornell IPM, for seasonal updates on berry pest man-agement and IPM.
August 6, 2025 : Berry Twilight Meeting at Fishkill Farms
Hopewell Junction, NY
Join Heather Kase, CCE ENYCHP, and Anna Wallis, Cornell IPM, for seasonal updates on berry pest man-agement and IPM.
Champlain Valley Orchard Field Afternoon
July 17, 2025 : Champlain Valley Orchard Field Afternoon
Chazy, NY
This July ENYCHP will be hosting an orchard field afternoon highlighting Mike's research trials at Chazy Orchards.