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2026 Corn Silage Regional Dry-Down Days

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2026 Corn Silage Regional Dry-Down Days

  • Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Corn silage harvest is drawing near. The way corn silage is harvested and stored is a single event that affects your operation for the entire next year. Dry Matter dictates when harvest should begin, and is influential to the success of the harvest.

What you'll receive:

  • Whole plant dry matter and estimated harvest date range
  • Information on best management practices specific to 2026 Corn Silage Harvest
  • Opportunity to ask your questions and have some refreshments

Sampling details:

Farmers in the local areas are encouraged to cut a bundle of 3 stalks from each corn field that they would like to be tested for dry matter, and bring them to the event location from 10am – 2pm. Sample corn stalks should be from a representative area in the field, and should be cut the morning of the event at the height you plan to set your chopper. If you are unable to bring your stalks to the event location during the dry down time frame, please reach out to the contacts below to make a plan to get your samples picked up.

Hosted by: NWNY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Program

Fee

There is no cost for this program, and all are welcome to attend. Free coffee and donuts will be provided by Keystone Mills.

Location

Keystone Mill
1975 Rt 336
Romulus, NY 14541

Last updated September 9, 2026

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