2025 Winter Cut Flower Webinar Series (Session 4) Tuesday, January 28, 2025 9:00 am - 11:45 am Session 4: 1/28/20259:00 AM-The challenges of lisianthus commercial cultivation in TaiwanSpeaker: Dr. Yen-Hua Chen, Associate Researcher, Floriculture Research Lab, Crop Science Division, Taichung District Agricultural Research and Extension Station, Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan10:00 AM-Wildcrafting and Ethical Use of Invasive Plants, Vines, and ShrubsSpeaker: Rebekah Rice, Owner and Farmer of Nine Mile Farm, Delmar, NY11:00 AM-Growing cut flowers in containersSpeaker: Mark Yadon, Vice President and Head Grower of Mischler’s Florist and Greenhouses, Williamsville, NY $20 per session and $60 for all five sessions Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=2025CutFlowerWebinarSeries_201 ========================================= Economics and Data for Culling Tuesday, January 28, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Dr. Miel Hostens, Cornell CALS Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= ASL101: Transitioning to Supervisor & ASL102: Organizing Work for High-Quality Results Thursday, January 30, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm January 30 | 2:00 PM EST ASL101: Transitioning to Supervisor ASL102: Organizing Work for High-Quality Results ZOOM LINK: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94232353118?pwd=RjBLentEoOks1Hi8jdjCXIvsXgZMNX.1 Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development is excited to offer three virtual information sessions for those interested in the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership (ASL) Certificate Program. Supervisors are vital to the success of farm businesses, and this program helps enhance leadership and management skills that improve employee performance, reduce turnover, and foster a positive work environment.Each session will review two of our six courses. Attendees are encouraged to come to each session to learn more about all of the courses in the certificate series. Registration for three of our Ag Supervisory Leadership courses (ASL101, ASL102, and ASL103-in Spanish) will open next week and will remain open until March. Now is the perfect time to learn more about these opportunities for individuals and teams alike!The ASL Certificate Program consists of six comprehensive courses designed to build confidence and skills in human resource management, leadership, and team development. Each course features prerecorded lectures, reading assignments, live discussions, and interactive activities.Scholarship Opportunity for Dairy Producers Thanks to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC), eligible dairy producers can apply for a $100 scholarship to help cover registration fees. Scholarships are available to participants from qualifying states in the Northeast, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Learn more about this limited opportunity during our virtual information sessions.Questions? Email cu-agworkforce@cornell.eduFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/cornellagworkforcedevelopment $275 for NYS residents $325 for out of state residents ========================================= Transport Issues for Calves Tuesday, February 4, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Dr. Catie Cramer, Colorado State University Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= 2025 Winter Cut Flower Webinar Series Tuesday, February 4, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm Session 5: 2/4/20251:00 PM-Cut out cut flower diseases!*Speaker: Dr. Margery Daughtrey, Plant Pathologist, School of Integrative Plant Science, Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section, Cornell University2:00 PM-Bad bugs bothering blooms*Speaker: Daniel Gilrein, Entomologist and Associate Agricultural Program Director, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County* NYSDEC pesticide application credits will be provided. $20 per session and $60 for all five sessions Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=2025CutFlowerWebinarSeries_201 ========================================= Garden Talk - Right Plant, Right Place Thursday, February 6, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Master Gardener Denise K. will be our host for “Right Plant, Right Place.” Did you know that plants have preferences for the types of sites where they prefer to grow? Denise will discuss how soil influences your garden plants, as well as what other basic environmental factors influence plant growth. By understanding your site, you will be able to pick the right plants to match your growing conditions. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqdOChrjsoE9b1h2GCPifQSG4MS6ACU_bc ========================================= ASL103: Managing Performance & ASL104: Staffing and Organizing Your Team Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm February 6 | 11:00 AM EST ASL103: Managing Performance ASL104: Staffing and Organizing Your Team ZOOM LINK: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91064219995?pwd=VRRwN4FV3k2NOHh9a1V24aJM2AJs3W.1 Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development is excited to offer three virtual information sessions for those interested in the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership (ASL) Certificate Program. Supervisors are vital to the success of farm businesses, and this program helps enhance leadership and management skills that improve employee performance, reduce turnover, and foster a positive work environment.Each session will review two of our six courses. Attendees are encouraged to come to each session to learn more about all of the courses in the certificate series. Registration for three of our Ag Supervisory Leadership courses (ASL101, ASL102, and ASL103-in Spanish) will open next week and will remain open until March. Now is the perfect time to learn more about these opportunities for individuals and teams alike!The ASL Certificate Program consists of six comprehensive courses designed to build confidence and skills in human resource management, leadership, and team development. Each course features prerecorded lectures, reading assignments, live discussions, and interactive activities.Scholarship Opportunity for Dairy ProducersThanks to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC), eligible dairy producers can apply for a $100 scholarship to help cover registration fees. Scholarships are available to participants from qualifying states in the Northeast, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Learn more about this limited opportunity during our virtual information sessions.Questions? Email cu-agworkforce@cornell.eduFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/cornellagworkforcedevelopment $275 for NYS residents $325 for out of state residents ========================================= 2025 NWNY Dairy Day Thursday, February 6, 2025 9:30 am - 2:00 pm The Chalet at East Hill Creamery, 346 Main Street South , Perry, NY 14530 The NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops team will be holding its 3rd Annual "Dairy Day" on February 6, 2025.We will be bringing the latest in dairy research and hot topics affecting the industry to you with this in-person, 1-day conference.AGENDA9:30am-10:00am Registration and morning refreshments10:00am- 10:10am Intro and Welcome- Margaret Quaassdorff, CCE NWNY10:10am-10:55am Cornell Agricultural Systems Testbed (CAST) and Dairy Technology- Dr. Julio Giordano, Cornell University 10:55am-11:10am Break/Visit Sponsors11:10am-11:45am CCE NWNY Research and Project Update- Margaret Quaassdorff and Kaitlyn Lutz, CCE NWNY Team11:45am-12:00pm Introducing Fairlife- Kaitlyn Briggs, DVM, MBA; Dairy Welfare Lead at Fairlife 12:00pm-12:45pm Lunch- Sponsored by Fairlife12:45pm-1:45pm Panel: Transition to Rotary Parlor Milking- Dairy Producers & Industry Reps1:45pm- 2:00pm Wrap-up and AdjournPre-registration is required and includes lunch provided by Old Souls Catering. Registration- Enrollee : $40.00 // Registration- Non-Enrollee : $50.00 Margaret Quaassdorff, maq27@cornell.edu, 585-405-2567 Registration: https://nwnyteam.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2441 ========================================= ASL105: Employee Development and Training Monday, February 10, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm February 10 | 3:00 PM EST ASL105: Employee Development and Training ZOOM LINK: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/93200914542?pwd=gblnyfzjBgeLeGW0tgjbXFd1znsRoi.1Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development is excited to offer three virtual information sessions for those interested in the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership (ASL) Certificate Program. Supervisors are vital to the success of farm businesses, and this program helps enhance leadership and management skills that improve employee performance, reduce turnover, and foster a positive work environment.Each session will review two of our six courses. Attendees are encouraged to come to each session to learn more about all of the courses in the certificate series. Registration for three of our Ag Supervisory Leadership courses (ASL101, ASL102, and ASL103-in Spanish) will open next week and will remain open until March. Now is the perfect time to learn more about these opportunities for individuals and teams alike!The ASL Certificate Program consists of six comprehensive courses designed to build confidence and skills in human resource management, leadership, and team development. Each course features prerecorded lectures, reading assignments, live discussions, and interactive activities.Scholarship Opportunity for Dairy ProducersThanks to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC), eligible dairy producers can apply for a $100 scholarship to help cover registration fees. Scholarships are available to participants from qualifying states in the Northeast, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Learn more about this limited opportunity during our virtual information sessions.Questions? Email cu-agworkforce@cornell.eduFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/cornellagworkforcedevelopment $275 for NYS residents $325 for out of state residents ========================================= Calf and Heifer Welfare at Culling Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event  Margaret Quaassdorff, CCE NWNY Team Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= Soybeans and Small Grains Congress 2025 Wednesday, February 12, 2025 10:00 am - 3:30 pm DateFebruary 12, 2025Time10am - 3:30pmLocationDoubleTree1111 Jefferson RdHenrietta, NYCostRegistration: Non-Enrollees : $60.00(addl attendee $60.00 ea.)Registration: Enrollees : $45.00(addl attendee $45.00 ea.)You may only use this discount if you receive a copy of our Ag Focus Newsletter.At The Door PriceRegistration: Non-Enrollees : $60.00At The Door PriceRegistration: Enrollees : $45.00You may only use this discount if you receive a copy of our Ag Focus Newsletter.HostNorthwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Varies Registration: https://nwnyteam.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2474&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3tQgFir4Xdufn26ufQwtNw8kzl3Q8gCTP-6t35lfX0PD_7KqjtMLEuNUY_aem_e26AZQTkNkIq5OoGspUJUg ========================================= 2025 New York State Potato School Tuesday, February 11, 2025 8:00 am - 6:00 pm The 2025 New York Potato School is back at the Del Lago Casino and Resort in Waterloo, NY. This year's program will feature speakers covering critically important topics like disease management, updates in storage techniques, new varieties, and other production management practices. New for this year will be the Processor Panel where guests will have the chance to interact with some of the major chip processors in the northeast. Your participation will also earn you DEC and CCA points.Registration is $100 for Empire State Potato Growers members and $150 for non-members. Don't miss the chance to network over dinner with processors on Tuesday night for an additional $75 per person. You must RSVP by January 31st to attend the dinner on Tuesday night. REGISTER at: bit.ly/NYPotatoSchool For out-of-town attendees, take advantage of our discounted room block at $110/night by contacting Del Lago directly at 315-946-1777 and mentioning the "2025 New York Potato School" to secure the special rate. This educational event welcomes everyone—feel free to extend invitations to employees or friends with an interest in the latest trends and insights within the potato industry.2025 New York State Potato School Agenda (PDF; 286KB) Varies ========================================= Cow Welfare at Culling Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Dr. Julia Herman, NCBA and Lindsay Ferlito, Cornell PRO-DAIRY Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= Managing Euthanasia Tuesday, February 25, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Dr. Jennifer Walker, Dairy Kind and Dr. Kaitlyn Lutz, CCE NWNY Team Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= Maximizing Harvest Value Tuesday, March 4, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Dr. Julia Herman, NCBA Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3V8B_M-eTUam2K9603Vj6Q ========================================= Garden Talk “Adaptive Tools for the Garden” Thursday, March 6, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Garden Talk “Adaptive Tools for the Garden”Thursday, March6, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMGardening should and can be a therapeutic and enjoyable activity for people of all abilities. Whether you have limited mobility, strength, perception, or dexterity, there are tools and methods available to help you be a successful gardener. Adaptive gardening tools not only enhance accessibility, but also empower individuals to create and maintain beautiful and thriving gardens. Adaptive garden tools are tools that can help make gardening easier and more comfortable for people with physical limitations. Learn more about which adaptive tools may benefit you and help you overcome barriers and experience the joys of gardening again.Register in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.This meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Free Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkdO6hqz8jHNw9Zunp4eUX2o75g8H2dLFF ========================================= NY Agricultural Literacy Week 2025 Monday, March 17, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to elementary students, with a focus on second grade classrooms. Farmers, FFA and 4-H members, adults engaged in a career in agriculture and engaged in our food system volunteer to enthusiastically engage your students in a paired hands-on activity related to the book to extend learning. The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and our celebration of New York Agricultural Literacy Week. 3,100 books were donated last year with over 103,000 students participating in the book reading and related hands-on activity.Schools and Libraries Register Online Herehttps://forms.gle/KPZ3gVWy5qimEFxm9Volunteer Readers Register Online Here https://forms.gle/gjuY1owQdhNRLM3L6 N/A Celina Bartz, cmb444@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x113 ========================================= 2025 Ag Enrollment Wednesday, December 11, 2024 8:00 am - 5:00 pm To help support our local agriculture industry and to provide producers with expert information, Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension offers its annual “Agriculture Enrollment”. Farms enrolled in 2025 will receive direct access to the NWNY Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Team and Cornell Vegetable Program specialists who work hard in our region to address the concerns of our producers.By enrolling with CCE Genesee Agriculture you have the option to enroll with Regional Programs and will receive:Complimentary electronic subscriptions to the team's newslettersPhone and Email consultationsReduced registration fees for education meetings and conferencesInfield Educational OpportunitiesConnection to current research-based informationParticipation in on farm research trials within the region If you prefer to NOT opt-in online, you can download a printable Ag Enrollment Form on our website to fill out and mail with a check. Contact emk268@cornell.edu, or call (585)343-3040 ext.101 Varies Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=CCE-Genesee-AgEnrollment_218 ========================================= Garden Talk “Diagnostic Tips for Gardeners” Thursday, April 3, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 What’s wrong with my plant? The art of plant disease diagnosis is a bit like being your own garden CSI. We’ll help you hone your Sherlock Holmes skills so that you can use your powers of observation and reasoning to identify plant disease problems. Is it fungal, bacterial, viral or not a disease at all? We’ll also cover some basic management techniques.Register in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.This meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkdO2qrjItG93A2tfxdZSJ__GNye9hsR6F ========================================= Community Garden Open Registration 2025 Sunday, December 1, 2024 8:00 am - 11:45 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 Batavia Community Garden Registration Now OpenThe Batavia Community Garden is thrilled to announce that 2025 registration for garden plots is now open! Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner eager to cultivate your green thumb, we have the perfect plot for you.Plot Options and PricingWe offer a variety of plot sizes to suit different needs and preferences. Below are the available options:Small Plot (4x4 feet): Ideal for beginners or those with limited space, this plot is priced at $20.Medium Plot (4x8 feet): Perfect for those looking to grow a wider variety of plants, the medium plot is available for $30.Trough Plot (2x10 feet): This unique layout is great for linear planting, priced at $25.Registration DetailsOpen Until: Registration is open until the opening day of the garden season or until all plots have been filled.How to Register: Interested participants can register by visiting The CCE Genesee Office or contacting us via our website.2025 Community Garden Application Benefits of JoiningBecoming a member of the Batavia Community Garden community offers numerous benefits:Access to Fresh Produce: Enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor by growing your own fresh produce.Community Engagement: Connect with fellow gardeners, share tips, and participate in community events.Sustainable Living: Contribute to a sustainable environment by growing your own food.Don't miss the chance to be a part of this vibrant community. Secure your plot today and start planning your garden! We look forward to seeing you at the Batavia Community Garden. Small Plot (4x4): $20 // Medium Plot (4x8): $30 // Trough Plot (2x10): $25 Elizabeth Kaufman, emk268@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= Master Gardener Spring Garden Gala Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMRain or shine, the Genesee County Master Gardeners will be hosting their annual Spring Garden Gala!This annual plant sale features a variety of perennials, many of which are from the gardens of Master Gardeners. There will also be a selection of house plants. Plant sale starts promptly at 10 am. No early birds please.Visit the Basket Auction for a variety of themed baskets. Basket Auction drawing starts at 12:30 pm. Check out the garden shed sale! We’ll have an assortment of gently used or maybe never used, gardening items such as containers, tools, signs, and garden decor. This will be set up in the parking lot area.LocationGenesee CCE office420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 =========================================