Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Enrollment

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August 2012

Annual Elba Muck Onion Twilight Meeting

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 2, 2012
5:30 pm registration & dinner; 6:00 - 8:00 pm program
Elba, NY

Annual Elba Muck Onion Twilight Meeting
Featuring field demonstration of managing onion thrips, and progress towards managing bacterial diseases of onion. Growers will also hear updates on new onion maggot and onion smut seed treatments, project highlights (Chateau, new onion fungicides, and growing onions on high pH muck) and an optional nitrogen rate crop walk.

At least 1.5 DEC recertification credits (1a, 4, 10, 23) will be available, plus CCA credits.

Pest Management in Fresh Market Vegetables (Yates Co)

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 3, 2012
6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY

Pest Management in Fresh Market Vegetables (Yates Co)
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables. 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 Cornell Vegetable Program will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning. 

2.0 pesticide recertification credits available.

Pest Management in Fresh Market Vegetables (Seneca Co)

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 10, 2012
7:00 pm
Romulus, NY

Pest Management in Fresh Market Vegetables (Seneca Co)
This course will demonstrate pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables. 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 Cornell Vegetable Program will instruct participants and facilitate peer-based learning.

2.0 DEC pesticide recertification credits available.

Tile Drainage Field Day

August 10, 2012
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY

Tile Drainage Field Day
The morning portion of the field day will cover soil health benefits of tile drainage, economics and the how-to's. The afternoon portion will be equipment demonstrations, both traditional and tile plow. Lunch provided (but must pre-register).

Fresh Market Potato Varieties, and Insect and Disease Management

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 23, 2012
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Marion, NY

Fresh Market Potato Varieties, and Insect and Disease Management
Management of potato diseases and insects and potato varieties will be highlights at this popular, annual grower meeting. John Williams' Farm in Marion is a showplace for innovation and best management.

1.0 DEC pesticide recertification credit will be available.

Eden Valley Crop Walk and Twilight Meeting

Event Offers DEC Credits

August 27, 2012
5:30 pm
Eden Valley, NY

Crop walk and discussion of diseases plus review of pepper IPM project.

September 2012

2012 NYS Dry Bean Field Meeting

Event Offers DEC Credits

September 18, 2012
5:00 - 8:15 pm
Stafford, NY

2012 NYS Dry Bean Field Meeting
Tour the Cornell dry bean variety trial and nearby strip trials. A Cornell bean breeder will show and discuss his white mold resistant red kidneys. Information on leafhoppers and Western bean cutworm will be presented. There will be a brief update on food safety as it relates to dry beans, and the Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) program.

1.0 DEC pesticide recertification and CCA credits will be available.

October 2012

Caterpillar and Quick Tunnel Building Workshop

October 18, 2012
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kent, NY

Caterpillar and Quick Tunnel Building Workshop
Join us for a hands-on training from experienced growers who made their own quick and caterpillar tunnels. These tunnels are used for late season, over-winter, and early season production.
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Apples

Apples

Apricots

Apricots

Asparagus

Asparagus

Beets

Beets

Blueberries

Blueberries

Broccoli

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Cabbage

Carrots

Carrots

Cauliflower

Cauliflower

Cherries

Cherries

Cucumbers

Cucumbers

Dry Beans

Dry Beans

Eggplant

Eggplant

Ethnic Vegetables

Ethnic Vegetables

Garlic

Garlic

Grapes

Grapes

Horseradish

Horseradish

Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi

Leeks

Leeks

Lettuce / Leafy Greens

Lettuce / Leafy Greens

Melons

Melons

Nectarines

Nectarines

Onions

Onions

Parsnips

Parsnips

Peaches

Peaches

Pears

Pears

Peas

Peas

Peppers

Peppers

Plums

Plums

Potatoes

Potatoes

Pumpkins / Gourds

Pumpkins / Gourds

Radishes

Radishes

Raspberries / Blackberries

Raspberries / Blackberries

Rhubarb

Rhubarb

Rutabaga

Rutabaga

Snap Beans

Snap Beans

Squash - Summer

Squash - Summer

Squash- Winter

Squash- Winter

Strawberries

Strawberries

Sweet Corn

Sweet Corn

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Tomatoes

Tomatoes

Turnips

Turnips

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Upcoming Events

Expanding Farm Sales: Markets, Profits, and Branding Series

January 10, 2026

Looking to diversify where you sell your farm products? This four-part workshop series helps farmers explore new opportunities in direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and institutional markets. Learn how to meet buyer expectations, price for profitability, and build lasting relationships that support your business goals. Participants will strengthen marketing and communication skills, evaluate which sales channels best fit their farm, and connect with buyers, distributors, and local partners who can help expand their reach. Whether you're just starting out or ready to grow your market presence, this program will help you chart the right path for your farm's future.

Four Session Series: Saturdays from 10AM to Noon, January 10-January 31, 2026

Attend at one of three locations: Schoharie Extension Center - Cobleskill, NY; Otsego Education Center - Cooperstown, NY; Via Zoom

Pre-registration is requested! Fee: $25 Register Here

Any questions can be directed to Kelley Doolin at kmd322@cornell.edu

Pesticide Applicator Certification Exam Prep Course

January 13 - January 14, 2026

Join ENYCHP specialists for an in-depth review of topics covered on the NYS DEC pesticide applicator certification exam. This two-day virtual course includes explanation of key concepts on the core exam, test-taking tips for the core and category exam, practice questions, and Q&A with instructors. Course materials, including program recordings, practice exams, and DEC materials will be available to registrants after the program. This training is geared toward certification categories 1A (agricultural plant), 21 (field and forage), 22 (fruit), and 23 (vegetable). 

I thought I was covered for that! Farm Insurance Webinar Series, Jan-Feb 2026

January 13, 2026 : Session 1: Insurance and Risk Management 101

Insurance and Risk Management 101. This first webinar will cover many of the general provisions found in insurance policies and describe some of the terms to be aware of when you are considering your options. Steve Hadcock, Capital District Hort Team and Greg Murk, FarmNet. 


January 20, 2026 : Session 2: Liability Insurance

Coverage for the risk that your business will cause harm to someone.  Are you having people on your farm or selling a food product?  You might need liability insurance. Robert Hadad, Cornell Vegetable Program, Elizabeth Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Hort Program.


January 27, 2026 : Session 3:Protecting Yourself from Disasters (Crop Insurance, USDA FSA programs and Flood Insurance)

Are you protected from a weather event on your farm? Learn about your options for Disaster Coverage (crop insurance, FSA programs, flood insurance). Elizabeth Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Hort Program.


February 3, 2026 : Session 4: Insuring People (health, life and disability insurance)

Options for health insurance, life insurance and disability insurance, and how they can help farmers and their employees. Maire Ullrich, CCE Orange County and Lucas Smith, Cornell Ag Workforce Development 


February 10, 2026 : Session 5: Property Insurance

Insuring your infrastructure, equipment, and livestock from loss. Learn about the types of coverage, and the risks they reduce. Colin Hostetter, Tri-County Ag Team, Desiree Keever, CCE Delaware County and Steve Glick, Kevin Daniels Agency.

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Resources from CCE ENYCHP!


This website (https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/) contains our calendar of upcoming programs and registration links. For updated programmatic information, technical resources and links to newsletters please see our program blog site: https://blogs.cornell.edu/enychp/.
We also maintain the following online resources that you can view directly from these links:

• CCE ENYCH YouTube (program videos): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk_E-ZKqSClcas49Cnvxkw

• CCE ENYCH Facebook (program social media): https://www.facebook.com/CCEENYCHP/

• CCE ENYCH Instagram (program social media): https://www.instagram.com/cceenychp/?hl=en