November 2019
Learn About Using the H-2A Program on Small Farms
Are you worried about labor next season on your farm? Are you wondering if the H-2A program will make sense on your farm? The H-2A program allows US employers who meet specific regulatory requirements to bring foreign nationals to the US to fill temporary agricultural jobs. Join us to learn about how to use the H-2A program on small farms. Learn from US DOL H-2A staff and a CSA vegetable farmer, with experience using H-2A, about what it takes to…
Find out more »CCE Dutchess County Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County will hold a meeting open to the public. Individuals interested in attending must call (845) 677-8223 × 100 and advise of any special needs we may accommodate. Finance Committee meets from 6:00 - 7:00, Board from 7:00 - 9:00
Find out more »December 2019
Preventive Controls for Animal Feed
Helping animal-feed manufacturers understand and implement good manufacturing practices in accordance with the Food Safety Modernization Act will be the focus of a workshop offered by Penn State Extension on December 10 - December 12. The workshop, titled "Preventive Controls for Animal Feed," will be held at the Penn State Extension Dauphin County Office, 1451 Peters Mountain Road from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm on December 10, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm on December 11, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm…
Find out more »Farm Beginnings Year Long Farmer Training
Looking to launch or expand your farming business? Join this 200+ hour Farm Beginnings® Farmer Training Program! www.organicgrowersschool.org/farm-beginnings Many skills are required to start a successful farm: passion, clear goals, production experience, financial and marketing know-how, and more. The Farm Beginnings® class is a 12-month training session that uses holistic management to help beginning farmers clarify their goals and strengths, establish a strong enterprise plan and start building their operation. The course uses a mix of farmer-led classroom sessions,…
Find out more »CCE Dutchess County Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County will hold a meeting open to the public. Individuals interested in attending must call (845) 677-8223 × 100 and advise of any special needs we may accommodate. Finance Committee meets from 6:00 - 7:00, Board from 7:00 - 9:00
Find out more »January 2020
Cuba Agroecology Tour
Title: Cuba Agroecology Tour When: January 7 - 16, 2020; registration deadline is November 1, 2019. Do listings for both dates. Where: In and around Cuba, beginning in Havana, and traveling to destinations such as Artemisa and Pinar del Rio provinces. View the complete itinerary here. Cost: See Website for Details. Link: www.organicgrowersschool.org/events/travel-to-cuba Description: 2020 Cuba Agroecology Tour With Organic Growers School Learn from farmers and food activists about Cuba’s transition to agroecological farming practices and its…
Find out more »Purdue University ARA Management Academy
Develop your management skill set while sharing ideas with peers at the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) Management Academy. Over the course of this program, you will sharpen your management, leadership and decision-making capabilities by engaging in faculty-led presentations, interactive exercises and small-group discussion. Program curriculum includes a broad-based selection of managerial courses chosen specifically to meet the needs of managers in the agricultural retail industry. We find that when managers attend as a team, they are more successful in implementing…
Find out more »February 2020
Agronomic Pesticide Update
Get your recertification by attending this traditional 2 Core and 2 Category credit session for pesticide applicators. Recertification education addresses the pest management decision-making process, pest identification, life cycles, and control alternatives, as well as the safe, proper, and legal use of pesticides.
Find out more »March 2020
Purdue University ASTA Management Academy
The ASTA Management Academy focuses on the practical application of general management concepts that are critical to the long-term success of seed firms. The core management courses form the foundation of the academy and are designed to broaden your general management abilities. Special issue seminars are scheduled throughout the program to allow you an in-depth look at current issues that are critical to the seed industry. You will benefit from the expert contributions of faculty members from the Department of…
Find out more »Agronomic Pesticide Update
Get your recertification by attending this traditional 2 Core and 2 Category credit session for pesticide applicators. Recertification education addresses the pest management decision-making process, pest identification, life cycles, and control alternatives, as well as the safe, proper, and legal use of pesticides.
Find out more »