North Country Hay & Pasture School Tuesday, March 21, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm March 16th - Silvopastures as a Strategy to Expand and Enhance Grazing Systems Speaker: Brett Chedzoy, CCE Schuyler County March 21st - Selecting Forage Species for Your Pasture Speaker: Kitty O'Neil, CCE North Country Regional Ag Team March 28th - An Intro to Grazing Solar Arrays  Speaker: Johnathan Barter, American Solar Grazing Association Join in person at one of five locations (below) or through Zoom. CCE Clinton County CCE Franklin County (at FSA office) CCE Jefferson County CCE Lewis County CCE St. Lawrence County $10/session Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://ncrat.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2059 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, March 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Eating Healthy Makes Sense Wednesday, March 22, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory Street , Watertown, NY 13601 Explore recipes and samples that feature ingredients found in the monthly food box!  Lindsey Promitas, lrp78@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 248 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations Wednesday, March 22, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm A unique opportunity for youth to gain self-confidence before a group, learn to express ideas clearly, respond spontaneously to questions, and gain subject matter knowledge. Youth presentations should be a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 15 minutes in length. Presentations can be via Zoom or in-person.  Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= Fundamentals of Ventilation in Barns Wednesday, March 22, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event For small ruminants and other livestock Featuring guest speaker Tim Terry, Farm Strategic Planning Specialist  What is effective ventilation and what is not. Natural ventilation: Pros and Cons Mechanical Ventilation systems explained Positive Pressure Tube Ventilation systems  Lower cost and effectiveness Tunnel and Cross Ventilation Systems explained and proper application situations  Registration: https://bit.ly/Barn_Ventilation ========================================= Brownbag Virtual Food & Farm Business Planning Series Thursday, March 23, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County for a six week virtual series focused on helping your create, or refine your farm, or food business, business plan. Each week we'll hear from experts in the field focused on different aspects of the business plan. The sessions will take place on six consecutive Thursdays, starting on March 16th, from noon to 1pm via zoom. There is no cost to join the sessions and the sessions will be recorded. But attending will enable you to ask questions of the presenters to be able to apply the concepts to your farm operation. Session One (March 16th): All Things Legal -- Keegan J. Coughlin & Caroline L. Myrdek, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP Session Two (March 23rd): The Three Financial Statements & How to Make Decisions -- Steve Hadcock, Capital District Area Ag & Horticulture Team Session Three (March 30th): Setting Up Systems for Keeping Records (Income, Expenses, Loan Payments, etc...) -- Mary Kate Mackenzie, South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team Session Four (April 6th): Telling Your Story Through Social Media -- Molly McManus, Communications Coordinator, CCE Broome Session Five (April 13th): Human Resources On Your Farm - Yes, your family is considered farm labor! -- Liz Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team Session Six (April 20th): Financing Your Farm Dream -- TBD We can't wait for you to join us for the session! Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.   Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGprDgvGNcbn6MVYWQElup7Abd594oR ========================================= Maximizing Fertilizer Efficiency with Peak Fertilizer Prices: A Weekly Webinar Series Thursday, March 23, 2023 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm February 23rd - Planning for Fertilizer Efficiency to Maximize Savings Dr. Kitty O'Neil, Field Crops Specialist, CCE NCRAT Plan ahead and plan thoroughly to minimize fertilizer costs in 2023. We're all familiar with the 4R approach to maximizing fertilizer and nutrient efficiency, but we'll talk about the small details in its implementation, throughout the whole cropping system, to ensure accuracy and to minimize the need for purchased nutrients. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vOyjY_G3T2KMcespiWJBEg March 2nd - The Value of Manure Told Through Five Stories Dr. Quirine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management Spear Program, & Kirsten Workman, Nutrient Management Specialist, PRODAIRY This presentation will share research results that answer the following questions: What is the fertilizer replacement value of manure?, How does injection of manure in alfalfa impact the crop?, Can shallow incorporation be as effective in conserving N as deeper incorporation?, Can no-till planting be compatible with manure injection?, What is the carry over benefit of manure application? To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... March 9th - Corn Fertility in Times of Peak Fertilizer Prices Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist This seminar will outline a strategy for corn production that targets manure nutrients and purchased fertilizer where they are needed and conserving where needs are met by nutrient turnover from organic matter and drawing down previously built reserves. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JfXXl_IOTNywkOTVo3tO7A March 16th - Small Grain & Soybean Fertility in Times of Peak Fertilizer Prices Jeff Miller, Extension Field Crops Specialist, Oneida County CCE We will discuss fertilization practices that optimize winter wheat production for grain and triticale production for forage. We will also discuss soybean production and fertilization practices that should be considered in corn grain / soybean rotations.  To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LREZ6pWHSoKXhkHD7atqqw March 23rd - Hay Crop Fertility - A Foundation of Success Dale Dewing, Sr Team Leader, WAP Nutrient Management. CCE Delaware County Quality forage from hay crops is the foundation of profitably raising dairy and livestock, there is no substitute for good yields of good quality hay and silage. If you're going to get this right, you'll need a solid plan for meeting the fertility needs of this humble, and sometimes over looked crop. This workshop will help you make the most of your on-farm fertility sources, and sort through how to profitably use purchased inputs to get a good return on your investment. We will consider needs of alfalfa, grass and mixed stands for all major nutrients as well as pH and lime. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... March 30th - Using Precision Technologies to Improve Nutrient Efficiency and Save Fertilizer Costs Manuel Marcaida, Subha Srinivasagan, Sunoj Shajahan, Quirine Ketterings (Nutrient Management Spear Program) Advances in sensor technologies and analytical tools (machine learning and spatial statistics) now make it possible for farmers to be create management zones and make more informed decisions about crop inputs and nutrient management. In this session, we will talk about gathering high quality sensor-based data, creating yield maps and management zones for the farm, making use of grid-based soil To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... Free Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Annie's Project Thursday, March 23, 2023 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Farm Credit East, 25417 NYS Route 12 , Watertown , New York 13601 Empowering Women in Agriculture Annie's Project Mission: To empower women in agriculture to be successful through education, networks, and resources. Why Annie's Project? This five-week course is a discussion-based workshop bringing women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing, and the legal field. Each session offers time for questions, sharing, reacting, and connecting with presenters and fellow participants. The classes are a relaxed, fun, and dynamic way to learn, grow, and connect with other women in agriculture. 2023 Program OutlineMarch 9th  True colors personality assessment Farm & farmworker mental health Human resources basics March 16th Basic financials & taxes Record-keeping Ag product pricing & risk management March 23rd Telling your farm story The art of marketing Labor & compliance changes March 30th Insurance Soil & land quality Farm safety TBD Business field trip to Central NY Lunch will be provided each session! $50 for all 5 sessions Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/NNYAnniesProject_222 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, March 23, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations Sunday, March 26, 2023 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm A unique opportunity for youth to gain self-confidence before a group, learn to express ideas clearly, respond spontaneously to questions, and gain subject matter knowledge. Youth presentations should be a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 15 minutes in length. Presentations can be via Zoom or in-person.  Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= 4-H Livestock Readiness Monday, March 27, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 February 27th - Selection & Planning March 6th - Keeping Records & Expenses March 13th - YQCA Training March 20th - Feed & Weight Maintenance March 27th - Withholding Time & Required Vaccines April 3rd - Marketing & Finding Buyers / Handling  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= North Country Hay & Pasture School Tuesday, March 28, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm March 16th - Silvopastures as a Strategy to Expand and Enhance Grazing Systems Speaker: Brett Chedzoy, CCE Schuyler County March 21st - Selecting Forage Species for Your Pasture Speaker: Kitty O'Neil, CCE North Country Regional Ag Team March 28th - An Intro to Grazing Solar Arrays  Speaker: Johnathan Barter, American Solar Grazing Association Join in person at one of five locations (below) or through Zoom. CCE Clinton County CCE Franklin County (at FSA office) CCE Jefferson County CCE Lewis County CCE St. Lawrence County $10/session Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://ncrat.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2059 ========================================= Brownbag Virtual Food & Farm Business Planning Series Thursday, March 30, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County for a six week virtual series focused on helping your create, or refine your farm, or food business, business plan. Each week we'll hear from experts in the field focused on different aspects of the business plan. The sessions will take place on six consecutive Thursdays, starting on March 16th, from noon to 1pm via zoom. There is no cost to join the sessions and the sessions will be recorded. But attending will enable you to ask questions of the presenters to be able to apply the concepts to your farm operation. Session One (March 16th): All Things Legal -- Keegan J. Coughlin & Caroline L. Myrdek, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP Session Two (March 23rd): The Three Financial Statements & How to Make Decisions -- Steve Hadcock, Capital District Area Ag & Horticulture Team Session Three (March 30th): Setting Up Systems for Keeping Records (Income, Expenses, Loan Payments, etc...) -- Mary Kate Mackenzie, South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team Session Four (April 6th): Telling Your Story Through Social Media -- Molly McManus, Communications Coordinator, CCE Broome Session Five (April 13th): Human Resources On Your Farm - Yes, your family is considered farm labor! -- Liz Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team Session Six (April 20th): Financing Your Farm Dream -- TBD We can't wait for you to join us for the session! Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.   Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGprDgvGNcbn6MVYWQElup7Abd594oR ========================================= Maximizing Fertilizer Efficiency with Peak Fertilizer Prices: A Weekly Webinar Series Thursday, March 30, 2023 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm February 23rd - Planning for Fertilizer Efficiency to Maximize Savings Dr. Kitty O'Neil, Field Crops Specialist, CCE NCRAT Plan ahead and plan thoroughly to minimize fertilizer costs in 2023. We're all familiar with the 4R approach to maximizing fertilizer and nutrient efficiency, but we'll talk about the small details in its implementation, throughout the whole cropping system, to ensure accuracy and to minimize the need for purchased nutrients. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vOyjY_G3T2KMcespiWJBEg March 2nd - The Value of Manure Told Through Five Stories Dr. Quirine Ketterings, Cornell Nutrient Management Spear Program, & Kirsten Workman, Nutrient Management Specialist, PRODAIRY This presentation will share research results that answer the following questions: What is the fertilizer replacement value of manure?, How does injection of manure in alfalfa impact the crop?, Can shallow incorporation be as effective in conserving N as deeper incorporation?, Can no-till planting be compatible with manure injection?, What is the carry over benefit of manure application? To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... March 9th - Corn Fertility in Times of Peak Fertilizer Prices Janice Degni, Extension Field Crops Specialist This seminar will outline a strategy for corn production that targets manure nutrients and purchased fertilizer where they are needed and conserving where needs are met by nutrient turnover from organic matter and drawing down previously built reserves. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JfXXl_IOTNywkOTVo3tO7A March 16th - Small Grain & Soybean Fertility in Times of Peak Fertilizer Prices Jeff Miller, Extension Field Crops Specialist, Oneida County CCE We will discuss fertilization practices that optimize winter wheat production for grain and triticale production for forage. We will also discuss soybean production and fertilization practices that should be considered in corn grain / soybean rotations.  To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LREZ6pWHSoKXhkHD7atqqw March 23rd - Hay Crop Fertility - A Foundation of Success Dale Dewing, Sr Team Leader, WAP Nutrient Management. CCE Delaware County Quality forage from hay crops is the foundation of profitably raising dairy and livestock, there is no substitute for good yields of good quality hay and silage. If you're going to get this right, you'll need a solid plan for meeting the fertility needs of this humble, and sometimes over looked crop. This workshop will help you make the most of your on-farm fertility sources, and sort through how to profitably use purchased inputs to get a good return on your investment. We will consider needs of alfalfa, grass and mixed stands for all major nutrients as well as pH and lime. To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... March 30th - Using Precision Technologies to Improve Nutrient Efficiency and Save Fertilizer Costs Manuel Marcaida, Subha Srinivasagan, Sunoj Shajahan, Quirine Ketterings (Nutrient Management Spear Program) Advances in sensor technologies and analytical tools (machine learning and spatial statistics) now make it possible for farmers to be create management zones and make more informed decisions about crop inputs and nutrient management. In this session, we will talk about gathering high quality sensor-based data, creating yield maps and management zones for the farm, making use of grid-based soil To register: https://cornell.zoom.us/webina... Free Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Annie's Project Thursday, March 30, 2023 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Farm Credit East, 25417 NYS Route 12 , Watertown , New York 13601 Empowering Women in Agriculture Annie's Project Mission: To empower women in agriculture to be successful through education, networks, and resources. Why Annie's Project? This five-week course is a discussion-based workshop bringing women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing, and the legal field. Each session offers time for questions, sharing, reacting, and connecting with presenters and fellow participants. The classes are a relaxed, fun, and dynamic way to learn, grow, and connect with other women in agriculture. 2023 Program OutlineMarch 9th  True colors personality assessment Farm & farmworker mental health Human resources basics March 16th Basic financials & taxes Record-keeping Ag product pricing & risk management March 23rd Telling your farm story The art of marketing Labor & compliance changes March 30th Insurance Soil & land quality Farm safety TBD Business field trip to Central NY Lunch will be provided each session! $50 for all 5 sessions Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/NNYAnniesProject_222 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, March 30, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Readiness Monday, April 3, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 February 27th - Selection & Planning March 6th - Keeping Records & Expenses March 13th - YQCA Training March 20th - Feed & Weight Maintenance March 27th - Withholding Time & Required Vaccines April 3rd - Marketing & Finding Buyers / Handling  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, April 4, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Brownbag Virtual Food & Farm Business Planning Series Thursday, April 6, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County for a six week virtual series focused on helping your create, or refine your farm, or food business, business plan. Each week we'll hear from experts in the field focused on different aspects of the business plan. The sessions will take place on six consecutive Thursdays, starting on March 16th, from noon to 1pm via zoom. There is no cost to join the sessions and the sessions will be recorded. But attending will enable you to ask questions of the presenters to be able to apply the concepts to your farm operation. Session One (March 16th): All Things Legal -- Keegan J. Coughlin & Caroline L. Myrdek, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP Session Two (March 23rd): The Three Financial Statements & How to Make Decisions -- Steve Hadcock, Capital District Area Ag & Horticulture Team Session Three (March 30th): Setting Up Systems for Keeping Records (Income, Expenses, Loan Payments, etc...) -- Mary Kate Mackenzie, South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team Session Four (April 6th): Telling Your Story Through Social Media -- Molly McManus, Communications Coordinator, CCE Broome Session Five (April 13th): Human Resources On Your Farm - Yes, your family is considered farm labor! -- Liz Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team Session Six (April 20th): Financing Your Farm Dream -- TBD We can't wait for you to join us for the session! Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.   Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGprDgvGNcbn6MVYWQElup7Abd594oR ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, April 6, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Vegetable Gardening for Beginners & Starting Transplants Saturday, April 8, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 This program is for those new to vegetable gardening in Northern New York. Join us to learn about: Garden site selection & preparation What and when to plant Starting vegetables indoors for transplants This program is free, but registration is required. Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnersGardening_222 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, April 11, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Brownbag Virtual Food & Farm Business Planning Series Thursday, April 13, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County for a six week virtual series focused on helping your create, or refine your farm, or food business, business plan. Each week we'll hear from experts in the field focused on different aspects of the business plan. The sessions will take place on six consecutive Thursdays, starting on March 16th, from noon to 1pm via zoom. There is no cost to join the sessions and the sessions will be recorded. But attending will enable you to ask questions of the presenters to be able to apply the concepts to your farm operation. Session One (March 16th): All Things Legal -- Keegan J. Coughlin & Caroline L. Myrdek, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP Session Two (March 23rd): The Three Financial Statements & How to Make Decisions -- Steve Hadcock, Capital District Area Ag & Horticulture Team Session Three (March 30th): Setting Up Systems for Keeping Records (Income, Expenses, Loan Payments, etc...) -- Mary Kate Mackenzie, South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team Session Four (April 6th): Telling Your Story Through Social Media -- Molly McManus, Communications Coordinator, CCE Broome Session Five (April 13th): Human Resources On Your Farm - Yes, your family is considered farm labor! -- Liz Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team Session Six (April 20th): Financing Your Farm Dream -- TBD We can't wait for you to join us for the session! Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.   Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGprDgvGNcbn6MVYWQElup7Abd594oR ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, April 13, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Agritourism Workshops Monday, April 17, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business! The first session will cover the basics of running an agritourism operation. The following sessions will focus on specific topics to help aspiring agritourism entrepreneurs grow their knowledge and profit through this exciting on-farm business. January 17th - What is Agritourism and Staring an Agritourism Business February 20th - Where is agritourism allowed? March 20th - Protecting Your Agritourism Operation: Liability and Insurance April 17th - Customer Service for Agritourism May 15th - Tax Considerations for Agritourism June 19th - Agritourism Pricing Workshop: How to figure out what your customers will bear July 17th - Marketing Your Agritourism Operation All workshops will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsce6tqDMuGddOrjKOe3k0mXCypafV0oao ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, April 18, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= 2023 Jefferson County Beekeepers Forum Wednesday, April 19, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures and discussions from local beekeepers! Open to anyone interested in beekeeping.  Thursday, February 16th - Beeswax Lip Balm by Kylie Schell, Local Beekeeper and a discussion on wintering bees Wednesday, March 15th - Getting Honey Products into Taste NY Stores by Mike Myers, Taste NY Store Manager Wednesday, April 19th - Ordering Bees & Equipment by Scott Edmunds, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, May 17th - Varroa Mites by Rolly Churchill, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, June 21st - Langstroth Hives by Andre Charlebois, Local Beekeeper Registration is not required! Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Brownbag Virtual Food & Farm Business Planning Series Thursday, April 20, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County for a six week virtual series focused on helping your create, or refine your farm, or food business, business plan. Each week we'll hear from experts in the field focused on different aspects of the business plan. The sessions will take place on six consecutive Thursdays, starting on March 16th, from noon to 1pm via zoom. There is no cost to join the sessions and the sessions will be recorded. But attending will enable you to ask questions of the presenters to be able to apply the concepts to your farm operation. Session One (March 16th): All Things Legal -- Keegan J. Coughlin & Caroline L. Myrdek, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP Session Two (March 23rd): The Three Financial Statements & How to Make Decisions -- Steve Hadcock, Capital District Area Ag & Horticulture Team Session Three (March 30th): Setting Up Systems for Keeping Records (Income, Expenses, Loan Payments, etc...) -- Mary Kate Mackenzie, South Central NY Dairy & Field Crops Team Session Four (April 6th): Telling Your Story Through Social Media -- Molly McManus, Communications Coordinator, CCE Broome Session Five (April 13th): Human Resources On Your Farm - Yes, your family is considered farm labor! -- Liz Higgins, Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team Session Six (April 20th): Financing Your Farm Dream -- TBD We can't wait for you to join us for the session! Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.   Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkduGprDgvGNcbn6MVYWQElup7Abd594oR ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= 4-H Furry Friends and Peeps & Squeaks Club Present at Runnings! Sunday, April 23, 2023 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Runnings, 21082 Pioneer Plaza Drive , Watertown, NY 13601 If you have dogs, chickens, rabbits, or guinea pigs or want to learn about them, this is your chance! Join us to learn about caring for our favorite furry and feathery friends. Meet the 4-H Peeps & Squeaks Club between 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM. Meet the 4-H Furry Friends Dog Club between 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM.  Amy Zukas, asw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 254 ========================================= Fun with Foods Tuesday, April 25, 2023 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Flower Memorial Library, 229 Washington Street , Watertown, NY 13601 Join Colton at the Flower Memorial Library for a FREE workshop and new food experience. Learn about the rainbow of different vegetables. Participate in a fun cooking activity. Explore new foods and flavors. Open to youth ages 6-12. Parents and guardians are welcome to stay and make some tasty fruit and veggie smoothie recipes with Betsy! Free Colton McCracken, cm785@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 270 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FunWithFoods_222 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Tuesday, April 25, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Beginning Beekeeping Course Thursday, April 27, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join local beekeepers, Rolly Churchill and Scott Edmunds, to learn about: Bee biology Minimum equipment required Colony activities Obtaining bees Seasonal hive management Receive a copy of The Beekeepers Handbook. Registration is required! Program fee waived for Active Duty Military & Veterans.  $25 per person John Buneta, jjb399@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 269 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/BeginnerBeekeeping_222 ========================================= Equine First Aid 101 Saturday, May 6, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Maple Ridge Stables, 17582 Ridge Road , LaFargeville, NY 13656 Join equine veterinarian, Dr. Kirsten Anderson, for an equine first aid basics course. Learn basic care techniques to manage your horse's needs on your own, how to properly care for minor cuts or injuries, and when to call your vet.  $5 / person (collected at door) Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/EquineFirstAid_222 ========================================= Agritourism Workshops Monday, May 15, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business! The first session will cover the basics of running an agritourism operation. The following sessions will focus on specific topics to help aspiring agritourism entrepreneurs grow their knowledge and profit through this exciting on-farm business. January 17th - What is Agritourism and Staring an Agritourism Business February 20th - Where is agritourism allowed? March 20th - Protecting Your Agritourism Operation: Liability and Insurance April 17th - Customer Service for Agritourism May 15th - Tax Considerations for Agritourism June 19th - Agritourism Pricing Workshop: How to figure out what your customers will bear July 17th - Marketing Your Agritourism Operation All workshops will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsce6tqDMuGddOrjKOe3k0mXCypafV0oao ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Wednesday, May 17, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Board meetings are generally the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 2023 Jefferson County Beekeepers Forum Wednesday, May 17, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures and discussions from local beekeepers! Open to anyone interested in beekeeping.  Thursday, February 16th - Beeswax Lip Balm by Kylie Schell, Local Beekeeper and a discussion on wintering bees Wednesday, March 15th - Getting Honey Products into Taste NY Stores by Mike Myers, Taste NY Store Manager Wednesday, April 19th - Ordering Bees & Equipment by Scott Edmunds, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, May 17th - Varroa Mites by Rolly Churchill, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, June 21st - Langstroth Hives by Andre Charlebois, Local Beekeeper Registration is not required! Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 4-H June Horse Show Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds, Coffeen Street , Watertown, NY 13601 Free to all enrolled 4-H members! How to register:  Read the NYS 4-H Equine Show Rulebook. Register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/20234-HJuneHorseShow_222. Schedule a riding evaluation by reaching out to Kathryn Ripstein at ker99@cornell.edu. Make sure to bring proof of coggins and rabies vaccinations to the event.  Kathryn Ripstein, ker99@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 232 ========================================= Agritourism Workshops Monday, June 19, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business! The first session will cover the basics of running an agritourism operation. The following sessions will focus on specific topics to help aspiring agritourism entrepreneurs grow their knowledge and profit through this exciting on-farm business. January 17th - What is Agritourism and Staring an Agritourism Business February 20th - Where is agritourism allowed? March 20th - Protecting Your Agritourism Operation: Liability and Insurance April 17th - Customer Service for Agritourism May 15th - Tax Considerations for Agritourism June 19th - Agritourism Pricing Workshop: How to figure out what your customers will bear July 17th - Marketing Your Agritourism Operation All workshops will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsce6tqDMuGddOrjKOe3k0mXCypafV0oao ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Wednesday, June 21, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Board meetings are generally the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 2023 Jefferson County Beekeepers Forum Wednesday, June 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures and discussions from local beekeepers! Open to anyone interested in beekeeping.  Thursday, February 16th - Beeswax Lip Balm by Kylie Schell, Local Beekeeper and a discussion on wintering bees Wednesday, March 15th - Getting Honey Products into Taste NY Stores by Mike Myers, Taste NY Store Manager Wednesday, April 19th - Ordering Bees & Equipment by Scott Edmunds, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, May 17th - Varroa Mites by Rolly Churchill, Local Beekeeper Wednesday, June 21st - Langstroth Hives by Andre Charlebois, Local Beekeeper Registration is not required! Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 4-H Medieval Program Monday, June 26, 2023 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Jefferson County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall , 970 Coffeen Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This program is open to all Army connected youth ages 8-12 with priority given to youth of Wounded Warriors, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty Soldiers. There are limited spots available for teen assistants ages 13-17. Swimming will be on Wednesday & Thursday Youth will provide their own lunch. Please register in advance.  $35 Stephanie Graf, sag58@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 251 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4-HMedievalCamp-2_222 ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Wednesday, July 12, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Board meetings are generally the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= Agritourism Workshops Monday, July 17, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one? Join our monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business! The first session will cover the basics of running an agritourism operation. The following sessions will focus on specific topics to help aspiring agritourism entrepreneurs grow their knowledge and profit through this exciting on-farm business. January 17th - What is Agritourism and Staring an Agritourism Business February 20th - Where is agritourism allowed? March 20th - Protecting Your Agritourism Operation: Liability and Insurance April 17th - Customer Service for Agritourism May 15th - Tax Considerations for Agritourism June 19th - Agritourism Pricing Workshop: How to figure out what your customers will bear July 17th - Marketing Your Agritourism Operation All workshops will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsce6tqDMuGddOrjKOe3k0mXCypafV0oao ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Wednesday, September 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Board meetings are generally the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Wednesday, December 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Board meetings are generally the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 =========================================