Farming in the Watershed Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ovid Fire Department (2136 Brown Street Ovid, NY 14521) Space is limited. Registration is required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/farmingwatershed_245Have you wondered about regulations that dairy farms need to follow to protect water quality and what a CAFO really is?Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Seneca County, Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District and Seneca County Farm Bureau as they host a community conversation about Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) and regulations for dairy farms in both the Cayuga and Seneca Lakes watersheds.The forum will begin with an overview presented by Greg Albrecht, Nutrient Management Specialist with NYS Department Of Agriculture and Markets and Karl Czymmek, Field Crops and Nutrient Management Extension Associate with the Pro-Dairy Program at Cornell University.There will be time for related questions and answers following the presentation. Those attending are welcome to submit questions in advance by emailing seneca@cornell.edu or calling Judy Wright at 315-539-9251 ext. 109.Follow this event on FacebookIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251. Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Beginner Maple Production Workshop Saturday, February 1, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Edith B. Ford Memorial Library (7169 N Main St Ovid, NY 14521) Space is limited. Registration is required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/beginnermaple_245 Are you interested in tapping maple trees in the backyard or getting started in small-scale commercial maple syrup production?  Mr. Stephen Childs, New York State Extension Specialist in the Department of Natural Resources at Cornell University; will be the presenter. The workshop will cover a variety of aspects of maple syrup production including: why make maple syrup tree identificationtree healthtappingsap collection and handlingboilingenergy efficiencyfinishing and grading syrupcanningmarketingregulationsThe program will be targeted for beginning and small scale maple producers as well as homeowners looking to tap a few trees in the backyard or someone wanting to start small-scale commercial maple production. Walk-ins may be turned away if registration has closed or maximum participants has been reached; so register early! If you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251.Make checks out to 'Seneca CCE' and mail to: Main Street Shop Centre, Suite # 308Waterloo, NY 13165 $15.00 per family or farm Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Air Rifle - 4-H Shooting Sports Sunday, February 2, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Waterloo Rifle and Pistol Club (1392 West River Road Waterloo, NY 13165) Ready, Aim, Fire! Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Shooting Sports program will be conducting a 4-H air rifle program.Youth ages 9 years and older will learn all the fundamental safety steps for handling and shooting an air rifle. All of the equipment will be provided by 4-H for this event.Youth that attend all three days will receive their 4-H Shooting Sports Rifle Training Certificate. (Air Rifle is a requisite for Air Pistol)Come join this program in which youth can experience learning that is hands-on, fun and safe.DATES: Sunday, January 5Sunday, January 12Sunday, January 19Sunday, February 2TIME: 1PM  to 3PMLOCATION: Waterloo Rifle and Pistol Club - 1392 W River Rd, Waterloo, NY 13165COST: The fee for the program is $5 for current Seneca County 4-H members, and $20 for non-4-H members (which includes handouts and a 1 year membership in 4-H). REGISTRATION:Pre-registration is required. Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/AirRifle2020_245 or call 315-539-9251.About 4-H New York State Shooting SportsThe 4-H NYS Shooting Sports program utilizes the resources of the land-grant university system and the time, talent and dedication of state and nationally certified Cornell Cooperative Extension educators and 4-H volunteers. Safety is always the primary focus of the program, along with positive youth development skills. The emphasis of all 4-H programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. The activities of the 4-H Shooting Sports program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth and conservation ethics. Some of the specific objectives of the program include: teaching self-discipline, problem solving, sportsmanship and appreciation and understanding of natural resources. The shooting sports program is also an opportunity to strengthen families through participation in lifelong recreational activities. We do recommend that a parent or guardian accompany the youth participants whenever possible. Nate Kennedy, nk623@cornell.edu, (315) 539-9251 ========================================= Precision Ag Workshops Friday, February 7, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Ovid Fire Department (2136 Brown Street Ovid, NY 14521) Sessions are FREE—registration is still required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/precisionag2020_245Interested in learning more about how Precision Agriculture can be implemented on your farm?This series of 3 workshops will include:Precision Agriculture (Introduction)Why should producers be interested in precision agriculture?Goals, Key Factors, Information, Technology, ManagementComponents of Precision Agriculture EquipmentKey components, equipment, computer/controllers, sensors, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV’sAgricultural management philosophy (PA perspective)What is zone management?Best management practicesSoil and Tillage ManagementPrecision soil sampling vs. grid sampling Soil electrical conductivity (EC) and ways to measure itSoil EC: Veris vs. EM38, EC vs. soil texture, and EC vs. Yield MapsSite specific management /variable rate applicationsVariable depth tillage control, variable seeding rate, automatic section control, variable rate irrigation, and variable irrigation based on soil textureMap PrinciplesWhy is map-making important?Yield maps vs. prescription mapsImportance of yield monitors, yield monitoring components, calibration and factors that effect on itIntroduction to NDVICharacteristic of NDVI valuesNDVI estimation and photo analysisEconomics of using precision agriculturePreferred methodology and benefits, evaluationIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251.Brought to you by: Ali Nafchi, Ph.D. - Precision Ag Specialist, Cornell University & Cornell Cooperative Extension of Western New York,  Free Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Introduction to Food Safety - Two Day Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Training Monday, February 10, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Vince’s Park (Corner of Rte 318 and 5 & 20 Seneca Falls, New York 13148) Registration is required. Deadline to register is Saturday, February 1st.Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/gapstraining2019_245Introduction to Food Safety - Two Day Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) TrainingGAP is a voluntary program that verifies the safe growing, handling, packing and holding of produce. More institutions, including schools and other distributors of produce are seeking GAP certification. By completing the two day training you will LEARN:How to Identify Food Safety Risks on Your FarmStrategies to Mitigate the RisksHow to Satisfy Food Safety Requirements for Farm to SchoolHow to Create a Food Safety Plan for Your FarmThis two day GAP training will prepare you for the next step should you need/qualify for further certification.NYS Ag & Markets inspectors will be present to help answer questions.Limited number of scholarships available on first come, first served.Follow this event on FacebookIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251. COST: $100—includes materials on an USB stick* & food for 2 attendees. *Let us know if you need printed materials and/or have any food allergies* Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Introduction to Food Safety - Two Day Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Training Tuesday, February 11, 2020 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Vince’s Park (Corner of Rte 318 and 5 & 20 Seneca Falls, New York 13148) Registration is required. Deadline to register is Saturday, February 1st.Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/gapstraining2019_245Introduction to Food Safety - Two Day Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) TrainingGAP is a voluntary program that verifies the safe growing, handling, packing and holding of produce. More institutions, including schools and other distributors of produce are seeking GAP certification. By completing the two day training you will LEARN:How to Identify Food Safety Risks on Your FarmStrategies to Mitigate the RisksHow to Satisfy Food Safety Requirements for Farm to SchoolHow to Create a Food Safety Plan for Your FarmThis two day GAP training will prepare you for the next step should you need/qualify for further certification.NYS Ag & Markets inspectors will be present to help answer questions.Limited number of scholarships available on first come, first served.Follow this event on FacebookIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251. COST: $100—includes materials on an USB stick* & food for 2 attendees. *Let us know if you need printed materials and/or have any food allergies* Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Hunting, Conservation, and Wildlife Workshop Tuesday, February 18, 2020 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) Registration is required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Hunting2020_245Youth ages 9+ are invited to learn about hunting, conservation, and wildlife in this hands-on 4-H Shooting Sports workshop. Please note: this is not a hunter safety course. Workshop Topics: An Introduction to Hunting and Conservation Wildlife Identification, Habitat, and Behavior New York State Hunting Rules and RegulationsWild Game Cooking – Venison Meatballs with Mo Tidball, CCE Nutrition Issue Leader and creator of www.wildharvesttable.comand more!Materials and lunch will be provided. If you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251. $5 for current 4-H members. $20 for non-members (which includes handouts and 1 year 4-H membership) Nate Kennedy, nk623@cornell.edu, (315) 539-9251 ========================================= Precision Ag Workshops Tuesday, March 3, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Ovid Fire Department (2136 Brown Street Ovid, NY 14521) Sessions are FREE—registration is still required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/precisionag2020_245Interested in learning more about how Precision Agriculture can be implemented on your farm?This series of 3 workshops will include:Precision Agriculture (Introduction)Why should producers be interested in precision agriculture?Goals, Key Factors, Information, Technology, ManagementComponents of Precision Agriculture EquipmentKey components, equipment, computer/controllers, sensors, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV’sAgricultural management philosophy (PA perspective)What is zone management?Best management practicesSoil and Tillage ManagementPrecision soil sampling vs. grid sampling Soil electrical conductivity (EC) and ways to measure itSoil EC: Veris vs. EM38, EC vs. soil texture, and EC vs. Yield MapsSite specific management /variable rate applicationsVariable depth tillage control, variable seeding rate, automatic section control, variable rate irrigation, and variable irrigation based on soil textureMap PrinciplesWhy is map-making important?Yield maps vs. prescription mapsImportance of yield monitors, yield monitoring components, calibration and factors that effect on itIntroduction to NDVICharacteristic of NDVI valuesNDVI estimation and photo analysisEconomics of using precision agriculturePreferred methodology and benefits, evaluationIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251.Brought to you by: Ali Nafchi, Ph.D. - Precision Ag Specialist, Cornell University & Cornell Cooperative Extension of Western New York,  Free Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Let's Garden Day! Saturday, March 7, 2020 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Ovid Fire Department (2136 Brown Street Ovid, NY 14521) SAVE THE DATE!Join us as Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners present a day of interesting speakers, homemade food and refreshments, and gardening information to help you prepare for your gardening projects this spring and beyond!More information to come...stay tuned! $30/person Patti Paine, pap11@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, March 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on the 3rd floor of the Main Street Shop Centre in Waterloo. Members of the public are welcome to attend. ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations 2020 Friday, March 13, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) Registration is required. Deadline to register is Sunday, March 1st. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/PP2020_2454-H Public Presentations is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation.For details on formulating a Public Presentation, please see: Public Presentation Guidelines Evaluation Forms Cloverbud Evaluation Form   Illustrated Talk/Demonstration Evaluation Form Impromptu Evaluation Form Interview Evaluation Form Recitation/Dramatic Interpretation Evaluation Form Speech Evaluation Form Friday, March 13, 2020 Seneca County CCE offices – Waterloo Check in starts at 5:30pm  Presentations start at 6pm and go until 8pm Saturday, March 14, 2020 Seneca County CCE offices – Waterloo Check in starts at 8:30am  Presentations start at 9am – 11am & 11:30am – 1:30pm (may want to bring a snack)Follow this event on Facebook ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations 2020 Saturday, March 14, 2020 8:30 am - 11:00 am Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) Registration is required. Deadline to register is Sunday, March 1st. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/PP2020_2454-H Public Presentations is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation.For details on formulating a Public Presentation, please see: Public Presentation Guidelines Evaluation Forms Cloverbud Evaluation Form   Illustrated Talk/Demonstration Evaluation Form Impromptu Evaluation Form Interview Evaluation Form Recitation/Dramatic Interpretation Evaluation Form Speech Evaluation Form Friday, March 13, 2020 Seneca County CCE offices – Waterloo Check in starts at 5:30pm  Presentations start at 6pm and go until 8pm Saturday, March 14, 2020 Seneca County CCE offices – Waterloo Check in starts at 8:30am  Presentations start at 9am – 11am & 11:30am – 1:30pm (may want to bring a snack)Follow this event on Facebook ========================================= New York Pork Producers’ Annual Meeting Saturday, March 21, 2020 7:45 am - 5:00 pm Quality Inn (2468 NYS Route 414 Waterloo, NY 13165) REGISTRATIONRegistration deadline is Friday, March 13th.To guarantee your spot, fill out and mail this REGISTRATION FORM, or register online at www.newyorkpork.org.Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Planning Including a Disease Scenario Demonstration with Audience ParticipationThe focus of the New York Pork Producers’ Annual Meeting will be how to prepare for an on-farm crisis. So far, the US has been fortunate to have strong biosecurity procedures at our borders to keep African Swine Fever at bay. The NY swine industry would be devastated if an outbreak occurred. Come and learn how to help protect your farm.Registration will begin at 7:45 am with the program starting promptly at 8:30. FEATURED SPEAKERSCindy Cunningham –Vice President of Communications and Dr. Patrick Webb – Director of Swine Health Programs, both from the National Pork Board. MEETINGThe morning session will include a disease scenario demonstration with audience participation.The afternoon will include Q & A session, Checkoff update as well as a NPPC update. The afternoon will conclude with the annual member meeting and board meeting.This meeting will include producers, state agency personnel, veterinarians plus others.This one-day meeting will also feature a trade show and a silent auction. The silent auction always includes interesting, useful and fun items. A spirit of friendly competition reigns as participants enjoy bidding against each other. Donations for the silent auction are open to everyone and are greatly appreciated! $10.00 per person, lunch included ========================================= Precision Ag Workshops Friday, April 3, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Ovid Fire Department (2136 Brown Street Ovid, NY 14521) Sessions are FREE—registration is still required. Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/precisionag2020_245Interested in learning more about how Precision Agriculture can be implemented on your farm?This series of 3 workshops will include:Precision Agriculture (Introduction)Why should producers be interested in precision agriculture?Goals, Key Factors, Information, Technology, ManagementComponents of Precision Agriculture EquipmentKey components, equipment, computer/controllers, sensors, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV’sAgricultural management philosophy (PA perspective)What is zone management?Best management practicesSoil and Tillage ManagementPrecision soil sampling vs. grid sampling Soil electrical conductivity (EC) and ways to measure itSoil EC: Veris vs. EM38, EC vs. soil texture, and EC vs. Yield MapsSite specific management /variable rate applicationsVariable depth tillage control, variable seeding rate, automatic section control, variable rate irrigation, and variable irrigation based on soil textureMap PrinciplesWhy is map-making important?Yield maps vs. prescription mapsImportance of yield monitors, yield monitoring components, calibration and factors that effect on itIntroduction to NDVICharacteristic of NDVI valuesNDVI estimation and photo analysisEconomics of using precision agriculturePreferred methodology and benefits, evaluationIf you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251.Brought to you by: Ali Nafchi, Ph.D. - Precision Ag Specialist, Cornell University & Cornell Cooperative Extension of Western New York,  Free Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Finger Lakes Beverage Industry Conference Wednesday, April 22, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm DATEEVENTLOCATIONWEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Conference and Trade Showdel Lago Resort & CasinoTHURSDAY, APRIL 23 Field TripsTBD For more information and to register, go to: www.flxcraftbevcon.com Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Finger Lakes Beverage Industry Conference Thursday, April 23, 2020 8:30 am - 12:00 pm DATEEVENTLOCATIONWEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Conference and Trade Showdel Lago Resort & CasinoTHURSDAY, APRIL 23 Field TripsTBD For more information and to register, go to: www.flxcraftbevcon.com Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, May 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on the 3rd floor of the Main Street Shop Centre in Waterloo. Members of the public are welcome to attend. ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, July 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on the 3rd floor of the Main Street Shop Centre in Waterloo. Members of the public are welcome to attend. ========================================= Empire Farm Days Wednesday, July 29, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rodman Lott Farm (2973 NY-414 Seneca Falls, NY 13148) While you're at Empire Farm Days this year, make sure to visit Seneca County CCE at the Cornell Building to see all that we're up to. Does ice cream and/or milkshakes sound yummy? Then come see us at the Seneca County 4-H Dairy Bar!4-H Dairy BarSeneca County CCE at the Cornell BuildingEmpire Farm Days program (schedule to come!) ========================================= Empire Farm Days Thursday, July 30, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rodman Lott Farm (2973 NY-414 Seneca Falls, NY 13148) While you're at Empire Farm Days this year, make sure to visit Seneca County CCE at the Cornell Building to see all that we're up to. Does ice cream and/or milkshakes sound yummy? Then come see us at the Seneca County 4-H Dairy Bar!4-H Dairy BarSeneca County CCE at the Cornell BuildingEmpire Farm Days program (schedule to come!) ========================================= Empire Farm Days Friday, July 31, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rodman Lott Farm (2973 NY-414 Seneca Falls, NY 13148) While you're at Empire Farm Days this year, make sure to visit Seneca County CCE at the Cornell Building to see all that we're up to. Does ice cream and/or milkshakes sound yummy? Then come see us at the Seneca County 4-H Dairy Bar!4-H Dairy BarSeneca County CCE at the Cornell BuildingEmpire Farm Days program (schedule to come!) ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, September 14, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on the 3rd floor of the Main Street Shop Centre in Waterloo. Members of the public are welcome to attend. ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, November 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Seneca County CCE Offices (308 Main Street Shop Centre Waterloo, New York 13165) The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on the 3rd floor of the Main Street Shop Centre in Waterloo. Members of the public are welcome to attend. =========================================