Events
Forage Quality for Beef & Equine
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
At this free program, Erin Churchill will present on managing forage quality for beef and equine. With high quality forage in short supply in the North Country, Erin will walk through the steps on how to maintain your animal's health and well-being on lower quality feed.
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Intro to Raising Pigs
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Are you interested in raising your own pork? If you are looking to raise pigs for home consumption or get started in the swine business, this FREE introductory workshop is for you. Come learn the basics on feeding, housing, breeding and m...
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Regional FBM Office Hours
Thursday, November 14, 2019
The regional Farm Business Management Specialist will be hosting regular "office hours" in each county. The dates listed above give farmers a chance to bring their questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansMarketingEmployee HiringEmplo...
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Dairy Dialogues
Thursday, November 14, 2019
An open discussion about modern dairy farmingDo you question practices happening on farms today?Do you want to know where your food comes from?Let us help provide the answers you seek, straight from the source... the farmers.
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Timber with Peter Smallidge
Saturday, November 16, 2019
Peter Smallidge is a Senior Extension Associate focusing on productive and healthy forest ecosystems, best forestry practices, and educating landowners on managing their woodlands. Topics to include:Tree identification - without leavesUsing a scale stick to estimate the volume of lumber or firewo...
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Monday Night Mind Blowers
Monday, November 18, 2019
Come to the Extension 4H Office – open to all 4-H members whether you are a club or independent member! Bring a friend, check out what 4H has to offer you! Come to one, come to all! Sign-ups are appreciated by 4pm on the Friday before the meeting so we have enough materials. If you don’t sign...
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Beekeeper Meeting
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Calling All Beekeepers... Whether you are just getting started or have experience keeping bees in the area, come join us!Meetings will continually be held every third Tuesday of the month. Meet other local beekeepers, learn new information and share your knowledge.
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Value Added Workshop
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
1-3 pm - Guest Speaker, Gary Pereira, USDA Rural Development6-8pm - Guest Speaker, Eric Johnson, USDA Rural DevelopmentSpeaker: Lindsey Pashow, Agriculture Business Development and Marketing Specialist with Harvest New York.This program will provide information regarding food products licen...
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Value Added Workshop
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
1-3 pm - Guest Speaker, Gary Pereira, USDA Rural Development6-8pm - Guest Speaker, Eric Johnson, USDA Rural DevelopmentSpeaker: Lindsey Pashow, Agriculture Business Development and Marketing Specialist with Harvest New York.This program will provide information regarding food products licen...
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Monday Night Mind Blowers
Monday, December 2, 2019
Come to the Extension 4H Office – open to all 4-H members whether you are a club or independent member! Bring a friend, check out what 4H has to offer you! Come to one, come to all! Sign-ups are appreciated by 4pm on the Friday before the meeting so we have enough materials. If you don’t sign...
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Buying Your First Tractor
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
In this highly interactive workshop, we will go through the process of owning your first tractor. Topics include maintenance, tractor safety, tractor operation information, and tractor and attachment overview on multiple brands from local dealerships. Please register. https://reg.cce.cornell....
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Buying Your First Tractor
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
In this highly interactive workshop, we will go through the process of owning your first tractor. Topics include maintenance, tractor safety, tractor operation information, and tractor and attachment overview on multiple brands from local dealerships. Please register.
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4-H Leader Training
Saturday, December 7, 2019
~ Lewis County 4-H ~Volunteer Leader TrainingDecember 7, 20198:30-9:30amCornell Cooperative Extension, Education Center7395 East Road, Lowville, NYAll 4-H volunteers are required to attend the annual volunteer training before they become approved as volunteers. This training introduces you to ...
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4-H Holiday Centerpieces Workshop
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Sheila Lisk of Lisk Florals will be guiding us as we create holiday centerpieces.Register before November 25th to reserve your spot!
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Regional FBM Office Hours
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
The regional Farm Business Management Specialist will be hosting regular "office hours" in each county. The dates listed above give farmers a chance to bring their questions on any of the following topics: AccountingFinancial StatementsBudgetingBusiness PlansMarketingEmployee HiringEmplo...
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Private Pesticide Applicator Certification Training
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Do you want to buy and apply restricted use pesticides for your own farm?This is short course will provide an overview of the certified pesticide applicator laws and regulations.It will also cover the key concepts that pesticide applicators need to learn prior to taking the applicator certif...
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Banking on Barn Wood
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
This free in-depth presentation is a great foundation for those looking to remove old barns from their property. Topics will include barn wood prices, how to market and list your barn for sale, the dismantlement process, and what to look for in potential contractors.
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Enjoy Giving to Others?!?!
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Well here is your opportunity to do just that, we are looking for 4-H members to help us give back to the nursing home here in Lowville.Join us on December 14th from 10am–12:30pm at the Extension Office.We will be creating tie knot fleece lap blankets and wheelchair bags for the elderly wh...
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Monday Night Mind Blowers
Monday, December 16, 2019
Come to the Extension 4H Office – open to all 4-H members whether you are a club or independent member! Bring a friend, check out what 4H has to offer you! Come to one, come to all! Sign-ups are appreciated by 4pm on the Friday before the meeting so we have enough materials. If you don’t sign...
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Beekeeper Meeting
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Calling All Beekeepers... Whether you are just getting started or have experience keeping bees in the area, come join us!Meetings will continually be held every third Tuesday of the month. Meet other local beekeepers, learn new information and share your knowledge.
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Beekeeper Meeting
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Calling All Beekeepers... Whether you are just getting started or have experience keeping bees in the area, come join us!Meetings will continually be held every third Tuesday of the month. Meet other local beekeepers, learn new information and share your knowledge.
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Dairy Day
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Join us for the main dairy program offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension this winter in the North Country. This 1-day seminar will provide the latest information on dairy production and management, emerging trends, local research updates, and a keynote address about milk prices and markets. Ag...
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Beekeeper Meeting
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Calling All Beekeepers... Whether you are just getting started or have experience keeping bees in the area, come join us!Meetings will continually be held every third Tuesday of the month. Meet other local beekeepers, learn new information and share your knowledge.
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