2018 Eastern New York Fruit & Vegetable Conference Vegetable Presentations
Managing Sweet Corn Worm Pests with Newer Insecticides and Crop Technologies by Kris Holmstrom, IPM Research Project Coordinator at the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station
Allium Leafminer by Teresa Rusinek and Ethan Grundberg, both Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program Specialists with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Using Soil EC Measurements for Precision Water Management in Vegetable Crops - Year 1 Research Update by Erasmus K. Oware, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Dept of Geology, SUNY at Buffalo and Darcy Telenko, Ph.D., Vegetable Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension Cornell Vegetable Program
Minimizing Wildlife Impacts in Vegetables by Utilizing Repellency Tactics by Darcy Telenko, Ph.D., Vegetable Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension Cornell Vegetable Program
Bee Health, Pesticides and Grower/Beekeeper Communication by Maria van Dyke, Pollinator Protection Teach at Dyce Lab at Cornell CALS
Making the Most of Bio-Controls - Mode of Action and Compatibility - Biological Fungicides by Greg Rogers, Field Development Manager at Certis USA
Growing Fall Cucumbers - Efficacy and economics of downy mildew resistant varieties by Susan B. Scheufele, UMass Extension Vegetable Program
Sensor Technologies and Drones in Crop Production by Jim Meyers, Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program Grape Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Managing Sweet Corn Worm Pests with Newer Insecticides and Crop Tech (pdf; 1168KB)
Allium Leafminer (pdf; 7684KB)
Using Soil EC Measurements for Precision Water Mgmt in Veg Crops (pdf; 3800KB)
Minimizing Wildlife Impacts in Vegetables by Utilizing Repellency Tactics (pdf; 2049KB)
Bee Health, Pesticides, and Grower/Beekeeper Communication (pdf; 3831KB)
Making the Most of Bio-Controls (pdf; 2136KB)
Growing Fall Cucumbers (pdf; 5652KB)
Sensor Technologies and Drones in Crop Production (pdf; 4177KB)
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Kohlrabi
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Melons
Nectarines
Onions
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peppers
Plums
Potatoes
Pumpkins / Gourds
Radishes
Raspberries / Blackberries
Rhubarb
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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.