Adding Value with Food: Workshop for Food Entrepreneurs Wednesday, November 13, 2019 9:30 am - 4:00 pm OneWorksource, 158 Finney Blvd , Malone , NY 12953 The workshop will cost $25 with lunch included. Topics include:Recipe Approval: Shannon Prozeller - Cornell University Food Venture Center Regulations & Licensing:John Luker - NYS Agriculture and MarketsInsurance & Risk Management: Amy Garrand - King-Clark Insurance Mark Palinkas - Oswego County Mutual Insurance Markets & Price Point Products: Lindsey Pashow - Harvest NYKelsey O'Shea - North Country Regional Ag TeamRegistration is required, should be made by November 8th, and can be done by calling CCE Franklin County 518-483-7403 or registering online at the following link: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=valueaddedfood_216Find the complete flyer here: Adding Value with Food Flyer $25 ========================================= Tarping for Reduced Tillage Workshop Series Monday, November 18, 2019 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Are you a vegetable farmer already using tarps? Or are you wondering if and how tarps could work best on your farm? The Cornell Small Farms Program is excited to announce a series of workshops on tarping for reduced tillage in small-scale vegetable systems. Join a full-day intensive farmer-to-farmer workshop on November 18th in Canandaigua NY, or November 19th in Voorheesville, NY, to talk about how we can use tarps to advance reduced and no-till vegetable production. We'll discuss tillage,weeds, and how to combine tarps with other soil building practices- like compost, mulches, and cover crops. You will learn from farmers as they share their successes and failures and hear research results from five years of tarping trials. Come to share your own tarping practices and walk away with a plan to use tarps with less tillage on your farm. This work is accomplished in collaboration with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the University of Maine, with support from Northeast SARE. Cost to participate is $35 per person with lunch and refreshments provided. Scholarships are available for active duty U.S. armed forces or military veterans in NY, covering up to $100 for travel costs and registration with support form the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. To apply, contact Dean Koyanagi at drk5@cornell.edu. Contact Ryan Maher at rmm325@cornell.edu with workshop questions and to learn more about the Cornell SFP Reduced Tillage Project. Link for the Canandaigua workshop: November 18th 9am-4pm https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/reduced-tillage/tarping-for-reduced-tillage-workshop-registration-canandaigua-ny/Link for the Voorheesville workshop: November 19th 9am-4pm https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/reduced-tillage/tarping-for-reduced-tillage-workshop-registration-voorheesville-ny/ $35 ========================================= Learn About Using the H-2A Program on Small Farms Monday, November 18, 2019 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm 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 use the program.Agenda:1:30-1:45pm—Welcome and Introductions1:45-2:45pm—US DOL Wage and Hour Division will discuss compliance with the H-2A requirements2:45-4:00pm—Small farmer employer perspective: Learn from a CSA vegetable farmer, Ray Luhrman of Fox Creek Farm, what it's like to employ H-2A workers on a small, diversified farmFor more information, contact Liz Higgins at emh56@cornell.edu or 518-949-372Register at: https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistrati... Free ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Monday, November 18, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1,2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers: Charles Palmer- Chuck is a go- to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.  Joshua Viau- Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including employers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Super Lawyer- Rising Star from 2006 through 2014. Featured Topics: Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor Organizing Managing the Collective Bargaining Process The Increasing Importance of Farm Supervisors Sexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY Law Compliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of Labor Industry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?Dates and Locations: November 18th: Genesee Community College-Batavia Campus Room T119 Lecture Hall, Conable Technology Building One College Road Batavia, NY November 19th: The Lodge at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, NYNovember 20th: Ramada by Wyndham 21000 NY State Route 3 Watertown, NYNovember 21st: Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park 30 Clifton County Road Clifton Park, NYNovember 22nd: Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Conference Rooms 1,2,3 1879 West Genesee Street Auburn, NY 13201Each day will run 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM. There is a $55 per person charge at the door. To Register: Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2Y4Jq... or call: 315-433-0100, ext. 5595 Ag Workforce Development Council Member OrganizationsNEDPA, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cayuga Marketing, AgriMark, Upstate Niagara, New York Farm Bureau, New York Vegetable Growers Association, New York Animal Ag Coalition, Agri-Placement Services, New York Horticultural Society, Dairy Farmers of America, Farm Credit East, Gray & Oscar LLC $55 ========================================= Tarping for Reduced Tillage Workshop Series Tuesday, November 19, 2019 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Are you a vegetable farmer already using tarps? Or are you wondering if and how tarps could work best on your farm? The Cornell Small Farms Program is excited to announce a series of workshops on tarping for reduced tillage in small-scale vegetable systems. Join a full-day intensive farmer-to-farmer workshop on November 18th in Canandaigua NY, or November 19th in Voorheesville, NY, to talk about how we can use tarps to advance reduced and no-till vegetable production. We'll discuss tillage,weeds, and how to combine tarps with other soil building practices- like compost, mulches, and cover crops. You will learn from farmers as they share their successes and failures and hear research results from five years of tarping trials. Come to share your own tarping practices and walk away with a plan to use tarps with less tillage on your farm. This work is accomplished in collaboration with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the University of Maine, with support from Northeast SARE. Cost to participate is $35 per person with lunch and refreshments provided. Scholarships are available for active duty U.S. armed forces or military veterans in NY, covering up to $100 for travel costs and registration with support form the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. To apply, contact Dean Koyanagi at drk5@cornell.edu. Contact Ryan Maher at rmm325@cornell.edu with workshop questions and to learn more about the Cornell SFP Reduced Tillage Project. Link for the Canandaigua workshop: November 18th 9am-4pm https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/reduced-tillage/tarping-for-reduced-tillage-workshop-registration-canandaigua-ny/Link for the Voorheesville workshop: November 19th 9am-4pm https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/reduced-tillage/tarping-for-reduced-tillage-workshop-registration-voorheesville-ny/ $35 ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1,2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers: Charles Palmer- Chuck is a go- to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.  Joshua Viau- Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including employers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Super Lawyer- Rising Star from 2006 through 2014. Featured Topics: Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor Organizing Managing the Collective Bargaining Process The Increasing Importance of Farm Supervisors Sexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY Law Compliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of Labor Industry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?Dates and Locations: November 18th: Genesee Community College-Batavia Campus Room T119 Lecture Hall, Conable Technology Building One College Road Batavia, NY November 19th: The Lodge at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, NYNovember 20th: Ramada by Wyndham 21000 NY State Route 3 Watertown, NYNovember 21st: Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park 30 Clifton County Road Clifton Park, NYNovember 22nd: Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Conference Rooms 1,2,3 1879 West Genesee Street Auburn, NY 13201Each day will run 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM. There is a $55 per person charge at the door. To Register: Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2Y4Jq... or call: 315-433-0100, ext. 5595 Ag Workforce Development Council Member OrganizationsNEDPA, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cayuga Marketing, AgriMark, Upstate Niagara, New York Farm Bureau, New York Vegetable Growers Association, New York Animal Ag Coalition, Agri-Placement Services, New York Horticultural Society, Dairy Farmers of America, Farm Credit East, Gray & Oscar LLC $55 ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1,2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers: Charles Palmer- Chuck is a go- to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.  Joshua Viau- Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including employers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Super Lawyer- Rising Star from 2006 through 2014. Featured Topics: Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor Organizing Managing the Collective Bargaining Process The Increasing Importance of Farm Supervisors Sexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY Law Compliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of Labor Industry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?Dates and Locations: November 18th: Genesee Community College-Batavia Campus Room T119 Lecture Hall, Conable Technology Building One College Road Batavia, NY November 19th: The Lodge at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, NYNovember 20th: Ramada by Wyndham 21000 NY State Route 3 Watertown, NYNovember 21st: Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park 30 Clifton County Road Clifton Park, NYNovember 22nd: Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Conference Rooms 1,2,3 1879 West Genesee Street Auburn, NY 13201Each day will run 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM. There is a $55 per person charge at the door. To Register: Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2Y4Jq... or call: 315-433-0100, ext. 5595 Ag Workforce Development Council Member OrganizationsNEDPA, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cayuga Marketing, AgriMark, Upstate Niagara, New York Farm Bureau, New York Vegetable Growers Association, New York Animal Ag Coalition, Agri-Placement Services, New York Horticultural Society, Dairy Farmers of America, Farm Credit East, Gray & Oscar LLC $55 ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Thursday, November 21, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1,2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers: Charles Palmer- Chuck is a go- to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.  Joshua Viau- Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including employers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Super Lawyer- Rising Star from 2006 through 2014. Featured Topics: Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor Organizing Managing the Collective Bargaining Process The Increasing Importance of Farm Supervisors Sexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY Law Compliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of Labor Industry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?Dates and Locations: November 18th: Genesee Community College-Batavia Campus Room T119 Lecture Hall, Conable Technology Building One College Road Batavia, NY November 19th: The Lodge at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, NYNovember 20th: Ramada by Wyndham 21000 NY State Route 3 Watertown, NYNovember 21st: Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park 30 Clifton County Road Clifton Park, NYNovember 22nd: Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Conference Rooms 1,2,3 1879 West Genesee Street Auburn, NY 13201Each day will run 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM. There is a $55 per person charge at the door. To Register: Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2Y4Jq... or call: 315-433-0100, ext. 5595 Ag Workforce Development Council Member OrganizationsNEDPA, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cayuga Marketing, AgriMark, Upstate Niagara, New York Farm Bureau, New York Vegetable Growers Association, New York Animal Ag Coalition, Agri-Placement Services, New York Horticultural Society, Dairy Farmers of America, Farm Credit East, Gray & Oscar LLC $55 ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Friday, November 22, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1,2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers: Charles Palmer- Chuck is a go- to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.  Joshua Viau- Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including employers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in America since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Super Lawyer- Rising Star from 2006 through 2014. Featured Topics: Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor Organizing Managing the Collective Bargaining Process The Increasing Importance of Farm Supervisors Sexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY Law Compliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of Labor Industry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?Dates and Locations: November 18th: Genesee Community College-Batavia Campus Room T119 Lecture Hall, Conable Technology Building One College Road Batavia, NY November 19th: The Lodge at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, NYNovember 20th: Ramada by Wyndham 21000 NY State Route 3 Watertown, NYNovember 21st: Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park 30 Clifton County Road Clifton Park, NYNovember 22nd: Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Conference Rooms 1,2,3 1879 West Genesee Street Auburn, NY 13201Each day will run 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM. There is a $55 per person charge at the door. To Register: Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2Y4Jq... or call: 315-433-0100, ext. 5595 Ag Workforce Development Council Member OrganizationsNEDPA, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Cayuga Marketing, AgriMark, Upstate Niagara, New York Farm Bureau, New York Vegetable Growers Association, New York Animal Ag Coalition, Agri-Placement Services, New York Horticultural Society, Dairy Farmers of America, Farm Credit East, Gray & Oscar LLC $55 ========================================= Dairy Dialogues Thursday, December 5, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Plattsburgh Cardinal Lounge, 38 Rugar Street , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 What questions do you have about the dairy industry? Get your answers straight from the source. Join the CCE North Country Regional Ag Team and the Animal Agriculture Coalition for a viewing of a dairy documentary featuring New York dairy farmers with an opportunity to ask your questions following the film. For more information, contact Eileen Jensen: Director of Promotion- NY Animal Agriculture Coalitioneileen@nyanimalag.org or 315-719-2795Complete flyer: Dairy Dialogues Flyer Free ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Webinar Friday, December 6, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm The New York State Department of Labor’s Agricultural Labor Program is hosting a FREE lunch time webinar for farmers and agricultural business owners. Format: View and listen to a presentation. Submit your questions via the chat box. A Question and Answer session will follow the second presentation.Topics: Overview of the Farm Laborer Fair Labor Practices Act of New York: Overview of the major changes impacting the agriculture industry.New York State Department of Labor Compliance with the Farm Laborer Fair Labor Practices Act: A NYSDOL specific presentation that provides compliance information for agricultural employers. To register go to https://meetny.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do...Once the host approves your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the session. Note: If you have already registered for this session, please do not register again. Participation is limited to the fist 500 registrants. Free ========================================= Cow Comfort Workshop: Freestalls Friday, December 6, 2019 9:30 am - 3:00 pm The Cow Comfort Workshop is an educational program for farmers, employees, and agriservice professionals who work directly with dairy cows. The workshop will cover economics of improving cow comfort, stall design and management, stocking density, heat abatement, and effects of cow comfort on production.The focus will be on freestall cow comfort and the session will include an on farm portion where attendees walk through a facility assessment.Featured SpeakerRick Grant, PhD, President of Miner InstituteDr. Grant is well-known for his research surrounding stocking densityand time budgets for dairy cattle.** COST REDUCED **The course is only $10 pre-registration or $15 the day of the program. This low program fee is only possible because of the generous support of the NY Farm Viability Institute.Registration or Questions:Tatum Langworthytlm92@cornell.edu315.788.8450Link to register: reg.cce.cornell.edu/freestall2019_10512 $10 pre-registration $15 day of ========================================= Cow Comfort Workshop: Tie Stalls Monday, December 9, 2019 9:30 am - 3:00 pm CCE Jefferson , 203 N Hamilton Street , Watertown, NY 13601 The Cow Comfort Workshop is an educational program for farmers, employees, and agriservice professionals who work directly with dairy cows. The workshop will cover economics of improving cow comfort, stall design and management, stocking density, heat abatement, and effects of cow comfort on production.The focus will be on tiestall cow comfort and the session will include an on farm portion where attendees walk through a facility assessment.Featured SpeakerDan McFarland, Penn StateDan McFarland is known for his research surrounding heat stress abatement techniques and stall, barn and ventilation design.** COST REDUCED **The course is only $10 pre-registration or $15 the day of the program. This low program fee is only possible because of the generous support of the NY Farm Viability Institute.Registration or Questions:Tatum Langworthytlm92@cornell.edu315.788.8450Link to register: reg.cce.cornell.edu/freestall2019_10512 $10 Pre-registration $15 day of ========================================= Dairy Day at Miner Institute 2019 Wednesday, December 11, 2019 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Miner Institute Auditorium, 586 Ridge Road , Chazy NY , New York 12921 Dairy Day is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged. For more information contact: Wanda Emerich, 518-846-7121 x117 or Emerich@whminer.com Tentative Schedule:  10:10-11:00 Dr. Rick Grant, Miner Institute, “Happy Herd, Happy Life: Forages and Feeding Management to Make Your Cows Smile” 11:00-11:45 Dr. Sarah Morrison, “Kick the Cold-Winter Management and Feeding of Calves.” 11:45-1:00 Hot Lunch available for $5, Door Prizes 1:00-1:45 Dr. Heather Dann, “Start the Lactation Off with a Bang – Focus on Transition Cow Management” 1:45-2:30 Katie Ballard, “Beat the Heat – Are North Country cows susceptible to heat stress?” 2:30-3:00 Laura Klaiber, “Miner Institute Edge-of-Field Water Quality Research Update” 3:30-5:00 Tour of Miner Institute Dairy and Research facilities 5:00-6:00 Dinner at BERC Auditorium 6:00 PM Dr. Tom Overton and Dr. Kristan Reed, Cornell Feed Dealer Meeting-The latest research information on dairy cattle nutrition Free, Lunch available for $5 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Tuesday, December 24, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Wednesday, December 25, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Thursday, December 26, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Friday, December 27, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Monday, December 30, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Tuesday, December 31, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED: New Years Day Wednesday, January 1, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County will be closed for New Year's Day. ========================================= Full Moon Party 2020 Friday, January 10, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cadyville Rec Park, 114 Goddeau Rd , Cadyville, NY 12918 Join the Clinton County Youth Bureau and Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department for snowshoeing by moonlight. Bring your flashlight and come check out all that the Cadyville Recreation Park Trails have to offer, with the best lighting all month! (Equipment is provided first-come, first-served.)After your trek join us for s'mores, hot chocolate, snow angels and more! Open to Families of All Ages! Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling the Youth Bureau 518-565-4750.  Free ========================================= Basketball Skills Clinic with PSU Basketball Tuesday, January 21, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Memorial Hall Gymnasium , 23 Rugar Street , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Join us and members of the Plattsburgh State women's basketball team at Memorial Hall Gymnasium for one of two, hour long skills clinics. Those who attend will work on dribbling, shooting, defense and more! Youth who are currently in 3/4 grade are from 5-6 pm.Youth who are currently in 5/6th grade or up will be from 6-7 pm. Registration for 3/4 grade session will be 4:45-5:00 pmRegistration for 5/6 grade and up session will be 5:45-6:00 pmPresented by the Clinton County Youth Bureau & Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department & Plattsburgh State Women's Basketball Team  Free ========================================= Basketball Skills Clinic with PSU Basketball Tuesday, January 21, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Memorial Hall Gymnasium , 23 Rugar Street , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Join us and members of the Plattsburgh State women's basketball team at Memorial Hall Gymnasium for one of two, hour long skills clinics. Those who attend will work on dribbling, shooting, defense and more! Youth who are currently in 3/4 grade are from 5-6 pm.Youth who are currently in 5/6th grade or up will be from 6-7 pm. Registration for 3/4 grade session will be 4:45-5:00 pmRegistration for 5/6 grade and up session will be 5:45-6:00 pmPresented by the Clinton County Youth Bureau & Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department & Plattsburgh State Women's Basketball Team  Free ========================================= Farm Management Specialist Online Hours Thursday, January 23, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Kelsey O'Shea, the farm business specialist for Clinton County will be hosting ONLINE office hours on the dates listed. These hours provide the chance for farmers to bring questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansDecision MakingEmployee HiringEmployee HandbooksHuman ResourcesDiversification RegulationGrant ApplicationsProject EvaluationBook Keeping SystemsFarm Transition PlanningRetirement StrategiesAppointments can be made by contacting Kelsey O'shea at kio3@cornell.edu or calling 315-955-2795 ========================================= GMOs—A CURSE OR A BLESSING? Saturday, January 25, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm One of the most controversial issues of our time will be examined. Whether you are for, against, or undecided about the use of GMOs, we will present the latest research and the major concerns.There is a $5 fee for this workshop and space is limited.To register call 518 561-7450 or email Jolene at jmw442@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.If you have special needs of which we should be aware contact Jolene at 518-561-7450. $5 ========================================= Meet the Cardinals Saturday, January 25, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Memorial Hall Gymnasium: SUNY Plattsburgh , 23 Rugar St , Plattsburgh, , NY 12901 Free Admission to the Plattsburgh State women's basketball game at 2:00 pm, or the men's basketball team at 4:00, to all youth who attend wearing their own team jersey. The game will be against Oswego and the women's team will be holding an autograph session after the game.  Free Admission ========================================= Sheep & Goat Johne's Disease Information Session Tuesday, January 28, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Speakers:       Jessica Scillieri Smith, DVM, NYS Dept of Ag & Markets      Betsy Hodge, Livestock Educator CCE Join us to find out the results of the survey and testing of Northern New York sheep flocks. We will talk about Johne's Disease, clinical signs, testing, diagnosis, and potential prevalence in the region. Goat producers can learn about possible future studies on goat herds in the region as well. Please register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/johnes_canton_240 or email Logan Williams at lsw89@cornell.edu or call the Extension Office at 518-561-7450. Please let us know if you think you might attend so we can contact you in case of bad weather. We will have a snow date. Free ========================================= 2020 Youth & Family Program Committee Meeting Dates Thursday, February 6, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 5:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The Meeting for April 9th is canceled.  ========================================= Farm Management Specialist Online Hours Monday, February 10, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Kelsey O'Shea, the farm business specialist for Clinton County will be hosting ONLINE office hours on the dates listed. These hours provide the chance for farmers to bring questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansDecision MakingEmployee HiringEmployee HandbooksHuman ResourcesDiversification RegulationGrant ApplicationsProject EvaluationBook Keeping SystemsFarm Transition PlanningRetirement StrategiesAppointments can be made by contacting Kelsey O'shea at kio3@cornell.edu or calling 315-955-2795 ========================================= High Tunnel Tomato Production Workshop Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga , 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, , NY 12020 High Tunnel Tomato Production WorkshopJoin us for a full day of learning the keys to success for high tunnel tomatoes. This program will feature grower presentations, small group discussions and demonstrations, and extension presentations focused on a number of production topics. Topics will include: Foliar Testing and FertilityCompost: How Much?Pest and Disease ManagementHow to Use InjectorsDeterminate vs. IndeterminateTomato VarietiesAnd much more!$20 if enrolled in ENYCHP$25 if not an enrolled member$30 at the doorLunch and coffee breaks includedFor more information and to register, please follow the link: Link for Registration $20 if enrolled in ENYCHP $25 if not an enrolled member $30 at the door ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Webinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere from a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23 - February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions. Registration is $10 per session or $50 for all six sessions. Presenting organizations: Cornell Cooperative Extension, NY State Cattle Health Assurance Program, American Dairy Association, and New York Center for Agriculture and Health. NNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office, 203 N Hamilton St, Watertown, NY Miner Institute Conference Room, 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration or questions: Tatum Langworthy tlm92@cornell.edu | 315-788-8450 reg.cce.cornell.edu/modernonfarmpreparedness_10512  DATES AND LOCATIONS Jan 23 - Preparedness for Urgent Situations. Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency or barn damage. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Jan 30 - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update. The F.A.R.M program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits and how you can use the FARM program. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 6 - Activist Preparedness. This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists, including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 13 - Social Media Preparedness. How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Feb 20 – Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity. Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 27 - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention. Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. prodairy.cals.cornell.edu  ========================================= Family Outdoor Adventure 2020 Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Come join the Clinton County Youth Bureau & Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department at the Cadyville Recreation Park for the snowshoe & cross country ski program. Equipment is provided (first-come first-served) and experience isn't necessary. You may chose to come to one date, or both, but you MUST pre-register by calling the Youth Bureau at 565-4750.  Free ========================================= Family Sledding Party 2020! Wednesday, February 19, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Wallace Hill Recreation Park, 140 Wallace Hill Rd , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Come join the Clinton County Youth Bureau & Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department at Wallace Hill Recreation Park for sledding and hot chocolate. The event is free but pre-registration is required! To register call the Youth Bureau 565-4750.  Free ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 20, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Webinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere from a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23 - February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions. Registration is $10 per session or $50 for all six sessions. Presenting organizations: Cornell Cooperative Extension, NY State Cattle Health Assurance Program, American Dairy Association, and New York Center for Agriculture and Health. NNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office, 203 N Hamilton St, Watertown, NY Miner Institute Conference Room, 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration or questions: Tatum Langworthy tlm92@cornell.edu | 315-788-8450 reg.cce.cornell.edu/modernonfarmpreparedness_10512  DATES AND LOCATIONS Jan 23 - Preparedness for Urgent Situations. Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency or barn damage. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Jan 30 - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update. The F.A.R.M program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits and how you can use the FARM program. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 6 - Activist Preparedness. This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists, including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 13 - Social Media Preparedness. How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Feb 20 – Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity. Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 27 - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention. Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. prodairy.cals.cornell.edu  ========================================= Family Outdoor Adventure 2020 Thursday, February 20, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Come join the Clinton County Youth Bureau & Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department at the Cadyville Recreation Park for the snowshoe & cross country ski program. Equipment is provided (first-come first-served) and experience isn't necessary. You may chose to come to one date, or both, but you MUST pre-register by calling the Youth Bureau at 565-4750.  Free ========================================= Diversifying Production on Small Farms Thursday, February 20, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Whether you are an existing or aspiring farmer, join us for a five-part webinar series where experts provide overviews of diverse enterprises that might work for your business. Each webinar will take place from 6pm-7pm.Registration is $25 for the entire series, or $5 each. A Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please register at least 24 hours before the webinar to ensure delivery of the link. Register at bit.ly/Diversi fyingProductionSeriesFebruary 20—Basics of Mushroom ProductionSteve Gabriel, Specialty Mushrooms and Agroforestry Specialist, Cornell Small Farms Mushrooms are an emerging niche crop with many benefits including improving farmer stewardship of forested lands, and the ability to offer a unique and highly desired product. Steve will introduce students to mushrooms that can be easily grown in the woodsFebruary 27—Cracking Into NYS Nut ProductionSam Bosco, PhD candidate, School of Integrated Plant Science, Cornell University Interested in learning about a valuable, highly nutritious food crop that grows well on marginal land and helps combat climate change? Go nuts! Temperate nuts are an emerging crop with a powerful potential for the future of sustainable NYS agriculture. Get introduced to the basics of growing nutsMarch 5—Adding Poultry to Your Small FarmJason Detzel, CCE Ulster County & Ashely Pierce, CCE CAAHP Jason and Ashley lead livestock and poultry educational programs in the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions of the state. Poultry production is relatively low-investment with a quick turnaround time, but farmers need specific skills to produce a product that is safe and profitable. This course will provide basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise.March 12—Basics of Tree Fruit ProductionMichael Basedow, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Planting and managing apples, pears, and stone fruit is a rewarding hobby and business, but it’s not as simple as planting and picking. There is a lot that goes into successful orcharding! Mike will provide some of the bare essentials to help you determine if growing tree fruit is right for you.March 19—Food Safety for Small FarmsElisabeth Hodgdon, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Elisabeth is a regional vegetable specialist and farm food safety lead for the ENYCHP. She is actively involved in high tunnel research, invasive pest management, and pesticide and food safety education. In the final segment of our series, Elisabeth will guide the audience through a thoughtful approach to designing diversified farming systems with food safety in mind.Event Flyer: Diversifying Production on Small Farms Flyer $5 per class $25 for the series ========================================= Eastern NY Fruit & Vegetable Conference 2020 Tuesday, February 25, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center , 660 Albany Shaker Road , Albany , NY 12211 Two full days of informative sessions on Tree Fruit, Vegetables, Small Fruit, Grapes, Hemp, and much more.For more information and to register, please visit the following link: Registration **** The deadline to register is February 14th.  Single Day $70 2 day $125: FSMA: $40 ========================================= Eastern NY Fruit & Vegetable Conference 2020 Wednesday, February 26, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center , 660 Albany Shaker Road , Albany , NY 12211 Two full days of informative sessions on Tree Fruit, Vegetables, Small Fruit, Grapes, Hemp, and much more.For more information and to register, please visit the following link: Registration **** The deadline to register is February 14th.  Single Day $70 2 day $125: FSMA: $40 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 27, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Webinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere from a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23 - February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions. Registration is $10 per session or $50 for all six sessions. Presenting organizations: Cornell Cooperative Extension, NY State Cattle Health Assurance Program, American Dairy Association, and New York Center for Agriculture and Health. NNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office, 203 N Hamilton St, Watertown, NY Miner Institute Conference Room, 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration or questions: Tatum Langworthy tlm92@cornell.edu | 315-788-8450 reg.cce.cornell.edu/modernonfarmpreparedness_10512  DATES AND LOCATIONS Jan 23 - Preparedness for Urgent Situations. Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency or barn damage. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Jan 30 - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update. The F.A.R.M program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits and how you can use the FARM program. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 6 - Activist Preparedness. This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists, including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 13 - Social Media Preparedness. How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. Feb 20 – Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity. Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1 - 2 pm. Feb 27 - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention. Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On-Farm: 1 - 4 pm. prodairy.cals.cornell.edu  ========================================= Diversifying Production on Small Farms Thursday, February 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Whether you are an existing or aspiring farmer, join us for a five-part webinar series where experts provide overviews of diverse enterprises that might work for your business. Each webinar will take place from 6pm-7pm.Registration is $25 for the entire series, or $5 each. A Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please register at least 24 hours before the webinar to ensure delivery of the link. Register at bit.ly/Diversi fyingProductionSeriesFebruary 20—Basics of Mushroom ProductionSteve Gabriel, Specialty Mushrooms and Agroforestry Specialist, Cornell Small Farms Mushrooms are an emerging niche crop with many benefits including improving farmer stewardship of forested lands, and the ability to offer a unique and highly desired product. Steve will introduce students to mushrooms that can be easily grown in the woodsFebruary 27—Cracking Into NYS Nut ProductionSam Bosco, PhD candidate, School of Integrated Plant Science, Cornell University Interested in learning about a valuable, highly nutritious food crop that grows well on marginal land and helps combat climate change? Go nuts! Temperate nuts are an emerging crop with a powerful potential for the future of sustainable NYS agriculture. Get introduced to the basics of growing nutsMarch 5—Adding Poultry to Your Small FarmJason Detzel, CCE Ulster County & Ashely Pierce, CCE CAAHP Jason and Ashley lead livestock and poultry educational programs in the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions of the state. Poultry production is relatively low-investment with a quick turnaround time, but farmers need specific skills to produce a product that is safe and profitable. This course will provide basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise.March 12—Basics of Tree Fruit ProductionMichael Basedow, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Planting and managing apples, pears, and stone fruit is a rewarding hobby and business, but it’s not as simple as planting and picking. There is a lot that goes into successful orcharding! Mike will provide some of the bare essentials to help you determine if growing tree fruit is right for you.March 19—Food Safety for Small FarmsElisabeth Hodgdon, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Elisabeth is a regional vegetable specialist and farm food safety lead for the ENYCHP. She is actively involved in high tunnel research, invasive pest management, and pesticide and food safety education. In the final segment of our series, Elisabeth will guide the audience through a thoughtful approach to designing diversified farming systems with food safety in mind.Event Flyer: Diversifying Production on Small Farms Flyer $5 per class $25 for the series ========================================= Cleaning, Sanitizing and Hygienic Design Workshop Monday, March 2, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The Institute for Food Safety at Cornell University, the University of Vermont and CCE Orange & Dutchess Counties are hosting a workshop on Cleaning, Sanitizing and Hygienic Design.This one-day workshop will include:A brief review of produce safetyPresentations focused on cleaning, sanitizing and drying best practicesAn introduction to hygienic design principlesSeveral hands on exercises to reinforce cleaning, sanitizing and hygienic design conceptsThe course is subsidized by several state and federal grants and is being offered at a reduced cost of $50 per participant. We will provide lunch as well as several resources related to the topics reviewed during the workshop. Registration is limited to 30 participants. The deadline to register for the course is April 8, 2020. Please contact Elisabeth Hodgdon with any questions at 518-650-5323 or eh528@cornell.edu.Fee: $50 per participant (includes lunch)Please follow the link to register: https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=1386  $50 per participant (includes lunch) ========================================= Canceled: Winter Fun Runs Monday, March 2, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Beekmantown Central School, 6944 NY-22, , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 The Clinton County Youth Bureau, Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department and Beekmantown Central School are proud to announce Winter Fun Runs! Runs take place every Monday in March with registration at 5:00 p.m. and the races going off at 5:15 p.m. The distances are as follows: Under 4: 50m, 100m, 200mAges 4-6: 50m, 200m, 400mAges 7-9: 100m, 400m, 800mAges 10+: 100m, 800m, 1600mParticipants must compete in the age appropriate group. For more information call 518-565-4750.  Free ========================================= Diversifying Production on Small Farms Thursday, March 5, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Whether you are an existing or aspiring farmer, join us for a five-part webinar series where experts provide overviews of diverse enterprises that might work for your business. Each webinar will take place from 6pm-7pm.Registration is $25 for the entire series, or $5 each. A Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please register at least 24 hours before the webinar to ensure delivery of the link. Register at bit.ly/Diversi fyingProductionSeriesFebruary 20—Basics of Mushroom ProductionSteve Gabriel, Specialty Mushrooms and Agroforestry Specialist, Cornell Small Farms Mushrooms are an emerging niche crop with many benefits including improving farmer stewardship of forested lands, and the ability to offer a unique and highly desired product. Steve will introduce students to mushrooms that can be easily grown in the woodsFebruary 27—Cracking Into NYS Nut ProductionSam Bosco, PhD candidate, School of Integrated Plant Science, Cornell University Interested in learning about a valuable, highly nutritious food crop that grows well on marginal land and helps combat climate change? Go nuts! Temperate nuts are an emerging crop with a powerful potential for the future of sustainable NYS agriculture. Get introduced to the basics of growing nutsMarch 5—Adding Poultry to Your Small FarmJason Detzel, CCE Ulster County & Ashely Pierce, CCE CAAHP Jason and Ashley lead livestock and poultry educational programs in the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions of the state. Poultry production is relatively low-investment with a quick turnaround time, but farmers need specific skills to produce a product that is safe and profitable. This course will provide basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise.March 12—Basics of Tree Fruit ProductionMichael Basedow, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Planting and managing apples, pears, and stone fruit is a rewarding hobby and business, but it’s not as simple as planting and picking. There is a lot that goes into successful orcharding! Mike will provide some of the bare essentials to help you determine if growing tree fruit is right for you.March 19—Food Safety for Small FarmsElisabeth Hodgdon, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Elisabeth is a regional vegetable specialist and farm food safety lead for the ENYCHP. She is actively involved in high tunnel research, invasive pest management, and pesticide and food safety education. In the final segment of our series, Elisabeth will guide the audience through a thoughtful approach to designing diversified farming systems with food safety in mind.Event Flyer: Diversifying Production on Small Farms Flyer $5 per class $25 for the series ========================================= Food From the Farm 2020 Saturday, March 7, 2020 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Plattsburgh City Recreation Gym, 52 U.S. Oval , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Meet the farmers and sample tasty dishes 3 local restaurant chefs will be preparing samples Latitude 44 Bistro, Twisted Carrot, Himalaya Restaurant Farm products for sale, CSA sign-ups Info on gardening and nutrition Recipes for cooking with local products Live music Admission: $5/adult, ages 5 & under free, $20 maximum per family Vendors:  Beekmantown FFA Hydroponic Lettuce and Herbs Biscotti Kitchen Low Sugar, twice baked cookies FB:  https://www.facebook.com/BiscottiKitchen/ Brandy Brook Maple Farm + Olde Tyme Winery Certified organic maple syrup + maple products, wine: sweet, semi, dry grape + fruit wine fermented with the farm's maple syrup. Free samples. 21+ Brandy Brook FB:  https://www.facebook.com/BrandyBrookMapleFarm/ Old Tyme Winery FB:  https://www.facebook.com/Oldetymewine/ Chazy Orchards Apples, cider, baked goods. Open daily, Sept-Dec. Website:  https://www.chazy.com/   FB: facebook.com/ChazyOrchardsInc/ Country Dreams Farm  Agri-tourism farm, produce, pumpkins, maple syrup, corn maze and more. Website: countrydreamsfarm.com     FB: https://www.facebook.com/CountryDreamsFarm/ Farmin' it Small scale produce operation + roadside stand.  Website: www.farminitllc.com   FB: https://www.facebook.com/farminitllc/ Gonyo Farm  Veggies, homemade jams & jellies, USDA inspected grass fed beef. Hid-In-Pines Vineyard Local wine, tasting room.  Website:  http://hipvineyard.com/hipvineyard/    FB:  https://www.facebook.com/HidInPines/ Mountain Peak Goodies & Granola Granola bars, fruit bars and other goodies from the highest quality ingredients.  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/mountainpeakgoodiesandgranola/ Murray's Fools Distilling Co.  Clinton County's first craft distillery, hand-crafting Snowshoe Vodka, La Pomm du Lac Apple Brandy, Wolfjaw Whiskey and Osprey Aquavit from New York fruits and grains since 2016.  Website:  https://www.murraysfoolsdistilling.com/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/murraysfoolsdistilling/ North Country Food Co-op A community owned grocery store located in downtown Plattsburgh.  Northern Orchard Co. , Inc. Produce focused market prioritizing quality and variety with a special emphasis on apples and honey!  Website: www.northenorchard.com  FB: https://www.facebook.com/NorthernOrchard/ Oval Craft Brewing Local craft brewery producing premium ales and lagers Website:  https://www.ovalcraftbrewing.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/OvalCraftBrewing/?ref=br_rs Parker Family Maple Farm Maple syrup and other products. Markets and mail order. Website:  https://parkerfamilymaple.com/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/ParkerFamilyMaple/ Rehoboth Homestead Vegetables, eggs and poultry, cut flowers. CSA, summer farm stand Website: http://rhomestead.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/rhomestead/ Rulfs Orchard Vegetables, berries, cider, & baked goods. Open year-round. Website:  https://www.rulfsorchard.com/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/rulfsorchard/ Shady Grove Farm & Wellness Center: Promoting health & wellness in our community CSA Vegetables, free range eggs, grass fed beef, pasture raised pork, honey, wellness classes & events.  Website:  http://shadygrovefarmandwellness.com/ FB: https://www.fb.com/shadygrovefarmandwellness/ Shiloh Homestead Goat milk soap + lotions made with milk from the goats raised on the farm, along with other hand crafted items.  Website: https://shilohhomestead.net/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/shilohhomestead/ The Adirondack Woodturner Handcrafted woodworking products. Website:  https://adirondackharvest.com/user/adkturner/ FB: https://fb.com/The-ADK-Woodturner Triple Green Jade Farm Small organic farm in Willsboro that bakes wood-fired artisan breads & gourmet crackers and has a grass fed micro dairy starting up later this year. Website: www.triplegreenjadefarm.com    FB: https://www.facebook.com/TripleGreenJadeFarm/ Underwood Herbs Herbal teas and wild fruit jellies. FB:  https://www.facebook.com/Underwood-Herbs-423511727725819/ Valcour Brewing Company Based in Plattsburgh's historic old stone barracks, Valcour Brewing Company offers exceptional craft beer, locally sourced fare, an event space and an Inn.  Website:  valcourbrewingcompany.com  FB: https://www.facebook.com/valcourbrewingcompany/ Windmill Point Country Store & Bakery Soley owned + operated by Donna Boumil who bakes products with ingredients grown on her family farm, purchased from other farms, or from local businesses. FB: https://www.facebook.com/windmillptbakery/ Local Organizations Attending:  The Lake Champlain Basin Program A Congressional-designated initiative to restore and protect Lake Champlain and its surrounding watershed. We work with partners in New York, Vermont, and Quebec to Coordinate and fund efforts to address challenges in the areas of phosphorus pollution, toxic substances, biodiversity, aquatic invasive species, and climate change. Website: www.lcbp.org Sponsors: Adirondack Harvest                                 Farm Bureau                  Giroux's Poultry                                                                                                                          North Country Public Radio                   SeaComm FCU                        Yankee Farm Credit                        ****Note: Vendor List to be updated as information comes in. Last update 2/14/20.  $5/adult, ages 5 & under free, $20 maximum per family ========================================= Canceled: Winter Fun Runs Monday, March 9, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Beekmantown Central School, 6944 NY-22, , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 The Clinton County Youth Bureau, Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department and Beekmantown Central School are proud to announce Winter Fun Runs! Runs take place every Monday in March with registration at 5:00 p.m. and the races going off at 5:15 p.m. The distances are as follows: Under 4: 50m, 100m, 200mAges 4-6: 50m, 200m, 400mAges 7-9: 100m, 400m, 800mAges 10+: 100m, 800m, 1600mParticipants must compete in the age appropriate group. For more information call 518-565-4750.  Free ========================================= Diversifying Production on Small Farms Thursday, March 12, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Whether you are an existing or aspiring farmer, join us for a five-part webinar series where experts provide overviews of diverse enterprises that might work for your business. Each webinar will take place from 6pm-7pm.Registration is $25 for the entire series, or $5 each. A Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please register at least 24 hours before the webinar to ensure delivery of the link. Register at bit.ly/Diversi fyingProductionSeriesFebruary 20—Basics of Mushroom ProductionSteve Gabriel, Specialty Mushrooms and Agroforestry Specialist, Cornell Small Farms Mushrooms are an emerging niche crop with many benefits including improving farmer stewardship of forested lands, and the ability to offer a unique and highly desired product. Steve will introduce students to mushrooms that can be easily grown in the woodsFebruary 27—Cracking Into NYS Nut ProductionSam Bosco, PhD candidate, School of Integrated Plant Science, Cornell University Interested in learning about a valuable, highly nutritious food crop that grows well on marginal land and helps combat climate change? Go nuts! Temperate nuts are an emerging crop with a powerful potential for the future of sustainable NYS agriculture. Get introduced to the basics of growing nutsMarch 5—Adding Poultry to Your Small FarmJason Detzel, CCE Ulster County & Ashely Pierce, CCE CAAHP Jason and Ashley lead livestock and poultry educational programs in the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions of the state. Poultry production is relatively low-investment with a quick turnaround time, but farmers need specific skills to produce a product that is safe and profitable. This course will provide basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise.March 12—Basics of Tree Fruit ProductionMichael Basedow, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Planting and managing apples, pears, and stone fruit is a rewarding hobby and business, but it’s not as simple as planting and picking. There is a lot that goes into successful orcharding! Mike will provide some of the bare essentials to help you determine if growing tree fruit is right for you.March 19—Food Safety for Small FarmsElisabeth Hodgdon, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Elisabeth is a regional vegetable specialist and farm food safety lead for the ENYCHP. She is actively involved in high tunnel research, invasive pest management, and pesticide and food safety education. In the final segment of our series, Elisabeth will guide the audience through a thoughtful approach to designing diversified farming systems with food safety in mind.Event Flyer: Diversifying Production on Small Farms Flyer $5 per class $25 for the series ========================================= Farm Management Specialist Online Hours Monday, March 16, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Kelsey O'Shea, the farm business specialist for Clinton County will be hosting ONLINE office hours on the dates listed. These hours provide the chance for farmers to bring questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansDecision MakingEmployee HiringEmployee HandbooksHuman ResourcesDiversification RegulationGrant ApplicationsProject EvaluationBook Keeping SystemsFarm Transition PlanningRetirement StrategiesAppointments can be made by contacting Kelsey O'shea at kio3@cornell.edu or calling 315-955-2795 ========================================= Canceled: Winter Fun Runs Monday, March 16, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Beekmantown Central School, 6944 NY-22, , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 The Clinton County Youth Bureau, Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department and Beekmantown Central School are proud to announce Winter Fun Runs! Runs take place every Monday in March with registration at 5:00 p.m. and the races going off at 5:15 p.m. The distances are as follows: Under 4: 50m, 100m, 200mAges 4-6: 50m, 200m, 400mAges 7-9: 100m, 400m, 800mAges 10+: 100m, 800m, 1600mParticipants must compete in the age appropriate group. For more information call 518-565-4750.  Free ========================================= Canceled Don't Get Ticked NY Thursday, March 19, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The "Don't Get Ticked NY," MG workshop scheduled for March 19th has been postponed. There will be notice when the event is able to be rescheduled.  ========================================= Diversifying Production on Small Farms Thursday, March 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Whether you are an existing or aspiring farmer, join us for a five-part webinar series where experts provide overviews of diverse enterprises that might work for your business. Each webinar will take place from 6pm-7pm.Registration is $25 for the entire series, or $5 each. A Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please register at least 24 hours before the webinar to ensure delivery of the link. Register at bit.ly/Diversi fyingProductionSeriesFebruary 20—Basics of Mushroom ProductionSteve Gabriel, Specialty Mushrooms and Agroforestry Specialist, Cornell Small Farms Mushrooms are an emerging niche crop with many benefits including improving farmer stewardship of forested lands, and the ability to offer a unique and highly desired product. Steve will introduce students to mushrooms that can be easily grown in the woodsFebruary 27—Cracking Into NYS Nut ProductionSam Bosco, PhD candidate, School of Integrated Plant Science, Cornell University Interested in learning about a valuable, highly nutritious food crop that grows well on marginal land and helps combat climate change? Go nuts! Temperate nuts are an emerging crop with a powerful potential for the future of sustainable NYS agriculture. Get introduced to the basics of growing nutsMarch 5—Adding Poultry to Your Small FarmJason Detzel, CCE Ulster County & Ashely Pierce, CCE CAAHP Jason and Ashley lead livestock and poultry educational programs in the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions of the state. Poultry production is relatively low-investment with a quick turnaround time, but farmers need specific skills to produce a product that is safe and profitable. This course will provide basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise.March 12—Basics of Tree Fruit ProductionMichael Basedow, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Planting and managing apples, pears, and stone fruit is a rewarding hobby and business, but it’s not as simple as planting and picking. There is a lot that goes into successful orcharding! Mike will provide some of the bare essentials to help you determine if growing tree fruit is right for you.March 19—Food Safety for Small FarmsElisabeth Hodgdon, CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program Elisabeth is a regional vegetable specialist and farm food safety lead for the ENYCHP. She is actively involved in high tunnel research, invasive pest management, and pesticide and food safety education. In the final segment of our series, Elisabeth will guide the audience through a thoughtful approach to designing diversified farming systems with food safety in mind.Event Flyer: Diversifying Production on Small Farms Flyer $5 per class $25 for the series ========================================= Canceled: Winter Fun Runs Monday, March 23, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Beekmantown Central School, 6944 NY-22, , Plattsburgh, NY 12901 The Clinton County Youth Bureau, Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department and Beekmantown Central School are proud to announce Winter Fun Runs! Runs take place every Monday in March with registration at 5:00 p.m. and the races going off at 5:15 p.m. The distances are as follows: Under 4: 50m, 100m, 200mAges 4-6: 50m, 200m, 400mAges 7-9: 100m, 400m, 800mAges 10+: 100m, 800m, 1600mParticipants must compete in the age appropriate group. For more information call 518-565-4750.  Free ========================================= Canceled: Spring Fun Runs! Saturday, March 28, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm City of Plattsburgh Gym , 52 US Oval, , Plattsburgh, , NY 12903 The Clinton County Youth Bureau is proud to announce Spring Fun Runs! Runs will take place at the Terry Gordon Bike Path behind the City of Plattsburgh Gym Complex on Tuesday's in April. Registration will be held at 5:00 p.m. with the runs starting at 5:15 p.m. Distances and age groups are listed below. 1/4 Mile (1): Ages 3 & Under1/4 Mile (2): Up to Age 61/2 Mile: Up to Age 101 Mile: All AgesNote, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22nd, the April 21st Fun Run will be Earth Day themed. Please call 518-565-4750 with any questions! Free ========================================= Youth & Family Meeting on April 2nd CANCELED Thursday, April 2, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm The Youth & Family Meeting scheduled April 2nd has been canceled.  ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting on April 9th CANCELED Thursday, April 9, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The April 9th Ag Committee meeting has been canceled.  ========================================= Farm Management Specialist Online Hours Tuesday, April 14, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Kelsey O'Shea, the farm business specialist for Clinton County will be hosting ONLINE office hours on the dates listed. These hours provide the chance for farmers to bring questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansDecision MakingEmployee HiringEmployee HandbooksHuman ResourcesDiversification RegulationGrant ApplicationsProject EvaluationBook Keeping SystemsFarm Transition PlanningRetirement StrategiesAppointments can be made by contacting Kelsey O'shea at kio3@cornell.edu or calling 315-955-2795 ========================================= Canceled: Spring Fun Runs! Tuesday, April 14, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm City of Plattsburgh Gym , 52 US Oval, , Plattsburgh, , NY 12903 The Clinton County Youth Bureau is proud to announce Spring Fun Runs! Runs will take place at the Terry Gordon Bike Path behind the City of Plattsburgh Gym Complex on Tuesday's in April. Registration will be held at 5:00 p.m. with the runs starting at 5:15 p.m. Distances and age groups are listed below. 1/4 Mile (1): Ages 3 & Under1/4 Mile (2): Up to Age 61/2 Mile: Up to Age 101 Mile: All AgesNote, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22nd, the April 21st Fun Run will be Earth Day themed. Please call 518-565-4750 with any questions! Free ========================================= Train the Trainer Webinar Trainings Tuesday, April 14, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Growing Great People: Training Skills for Dairy Farmers-Become an Effective On-The-Job TrainerEffective trainings contribute to success of employees and the farm business. With training, employees learn how to effectively complete their task and why it is important to the farm. When employees have the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to do the job right and understand why it should be done this way it: saves time and avoids problems makes people feel important and involved, which keeps them engaged and reduces employee turnoverDevelop your training skills in this webinar training that includes a learning system of:TELL: Describe the procedure and why it is importantSHOW: Demonstrate the procedure and emphasize key points DO: Allow the learner to try to answer any questionsREVIEW: Are the steps in the procedure done correctly?After the webinar training you will be able to:1. Plan for organized and effective trainings2. Train in a way that works for most people3. Measure and follow up to make sure learning happenedClass offered in both English April 14th 6:30-8 pm cornell.zoom.us/j/220191306 and Spanish April 16th 12-1:30 pm cornell.zoom.us/j/293244800These trainings are supported by a grand from the New York Farm Viability Institute.Find the complete flyer here: Train the Trainer Webinar Flyer Free ========================================= Train the Trainer Webinar Trainings Thursday, April 16, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Growing Great People: Training Skills for Dairy Farmers-Become an Effective On-The-Job TrainerEffective trainings contribute to success of employees and the farm business. With training, employees learn how to effectively complete their task and why it is important to the farm. When employees have the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to do the job right and understand why it should be done this way it: saves time and avoids problems makes people feel important and involved, which keeps them engaged and reduces employee turnoverDevelop your training skills in this webinar training that includes a learning system of:TELL: Describe the procedure and why it is importantSHOW: Demonstrate the procedure and emphasize key points DO: Allow the learner to try to answer any questionsREVIEW: Are the steps in the procedure done correctly?After the webinar training you will be able to:1. Plan for organized and effective trainings2. Train in a way that works for most people3. Measure and follow up to make sure learning happenedClass offered in both English April 14th 6:30-8 pm cornell.zoom.us/j/220191306 and Spanish April 16th 12-1:30 pm cornell.zoom.us/j/293244800These trainings are supported by a grand from the New York Farm Viability Institute.Find the complete flyer here: Train the Trainer Webinar Flyer Free ========================================= Canceled: Spring Fun Runs! Tuesday, April 21, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm City of Plattsburgh Gym , 52 US Oval, , Plattsburgh, , NY 12903 The Clinton County Youth Bureau is proud to announce Spring Fun Runs! Runs will take place at the Terry Gordon Bike Path behind the City of Plattsburgh Gym Complex on Tuesday's in April. Registration will be held at 5:00 p.m. with the runs starting at 5:15 p.m. Distances and age groups are listed below. 1/4 Mile (1): Ages 3 & Under1/4 Mile (2): Up to Age 61/2 Mile: Up to Age 101 Mile: All AgesNote, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22nd, the April 21st Fun Run will be Earth Day themed. Please call 518-565-4750 with any questions! Free ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, May 19, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Dates Thursday, June 4, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 7:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The April 2nd meeting has been canceled.  ========================================= 2020 Youth & Family Program Committee Meeting Dates Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 5:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The Meeting for April 9th is canceled.  ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, June 16, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, August 18, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Dates Thursday, September 3, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 7:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The April 2nd meeting has been canceled.  ========================================= 2020 Youth & Family Program Committee Meeting Dates Thursday, September 10, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 5:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The Meeting for April 9th is canceled.  ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, September 15, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. ========================================= 2020 Youth & Family Program Committee Meeting Dates Tuesday, October 27, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Clinton County, 6064 State Route 22 , Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 5:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The Meeting for April 9th is canceled.  ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Dates Tuesday, October 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, begin at 7:00 p.m., and last approximately 1 hour.The April 2nd meeting has been canceled.  ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, October 27, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. ========================================= 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Dates Tuesday, November 17, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meetings are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, are open to the public, and begin at 7:00 p.m., with the exception of our annual meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m. =========================================