2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= How to Diversify or Scale Up with Confidence for Profitability - Inspired by Annie's Project Wednesday, February 11, 2026 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Do you have an idea for a new enterprise to add value to your farm? Maybe you're considering scaling up for a potential market opportunity but just aren't sure if it's a good fit for your business. Join Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Allegany County, Broome County, Madison County, Onondaga County, Niagara County, Tioga County, the Niagara Small Business Development Center, and the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team for a hybrid series on Wednesdays in February, starting on February 4th that will answer these questions and more. Those that complete the series will learn how to identify resources available at the farm level to support diversification or scaling up opportunities, as well as how to evaluate the business potential of opportunities. Each session will be offered with a virtual option, as well as coming into the CCE offices listed previously for group discussion and learning from your peers.During these sessions the speakers will speak on the following topics:Session One: February 4, 2026 Strategic allocation of resources to fund your "big ideas" (allocation of resources = labor, $$, time & infrastructure)How to manage the risk of a changing marketplace (Laura)Session Two: February 11, 2026 What's the income potential for your "big idea" and how to evaluateHow to fund your big idea?Obtaining financingCash FlowIncome sheet & balance statementSession Three: February 25, 2026 Balancing scale in decision-making & what does it mean to scale/diversifyDecision-making tool & other resources?In-Person Locations: CCE Allegany (5435 Co Rd 48, Belmont)CCE Broome County (840 Front St, Binghamton)CCE Madison (100 Eaton St, Morrisville)CCE Niagara (4487 Lake Ave, Lockport)CCE Onondaga (6505 Collamer Rd, East Syracuse)CCE Tiogaor Statewide by ZoomCost: $25 Register by January 30th 2026 25 ========================================= 2026 Cornell Winter Fruit Webinar Series Thursday, February 12, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm These webinars will provide updates on fruit-related topics and research happening at Cornell University. Webinars hosted by NYSIPM, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFP, and CCE ENYCHP.These webinars will be held on Thursdays from 11am-12:30pm (The week 3 webinar will run from 11am-1pm).If you missed a webinar or just want to review one you've all ready seen the recordings can be found at the yearly Winter Fruit Webinars playlist on the Cornell IPM Program YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CornellIPM/playlistsNYSDEC Pesticide Recertification credits will be offered for indicated sessions. If you would like DEC Credits, please send a copy of your photo ID to Anna Wallis (aew232@cornell.edu) To receive credits you will need to attend the entire webinar on your own computer/device, and complete the required Google Form survey at the beginning and again at the end of the webinar..Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldWeek 1: Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldThursday January 22, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Marvin Pritts (Cornell CALS) and Cheyenne Sloan (MSU Extension) to discuss pruning blueberries for best yield through the years, the IPM benefits of pruning, and discover how soil health impacts production, insects, and diseases in blueberries.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-1Event DetailsCost of Production for Fruit CropsDateJanuary 29, 2026Time11:00AM - 12:30PMHostCornell IPM Program, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFT, and CCE ENYCHPCost of Production for Fruit CropsWeek 2: Cost of Production for Fruit Crops - A new tool for tree fruit, updates on berry production in NY, and strategies for tracking and using expense data Thursday January 29, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Chris Bardenhagen (Michigan State University Extension), Allan Pinto (Cornell IPM), and Elizabeth Higgins (CCE ENYCHP) for a discussion on a variety of production economics topics focused on fruit crops.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-2Fire Blight Management UpdatesWeek 3: Fire Blight Management Updates - Pathogen Biology, Defense Inducers, Biopesticides, and Pruning TherapiesThursday February 12, 2026 11:00AM-1:00PMJoin Tianna DuPont (WSU Extension), Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell AgriTech), and Dr. George Sundin (Michigan State University) for information on fire blight infection entry points and biofilms. Then speakers will discuss optimal rates and use patterns of Actigard and Kudos/Apogee, and review various field trials in Washington, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Michigan.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-3Week 4: Pink and Petal Fall Insecticides - Can We Strike the Right Balance? Thursday February 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Julianna Wilson (Michigan State University), Amy Irish-Brown (Valent USA), and Vaughn Gingerich (Lake Ontario Ag Consulting) to discuss management options for early-season apple pests, including plum curculio, European apple sawfly, and tarnished plant bug, and dig deeper on impacts and unintended consequences of insecticide sprays at pink.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-4Week 5: Inoculating Orchards with Mycorrhizal FungiThursday March 12, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMIn this webinar, Mike Basedow (CCE ENYCHP) will discuss the results of three years of SARE funded field trials with four commercial fungi blends in three orchard sites across the northeast. He will also discuss other strategies for getting a planting off on the right foot during the establishment phase. The second half of this meeting will be repeated in Spanish by Mario Miranda Sazo (CCE LOFP). Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-5Week 6: St. Peachtrick's Day - Cherry Pruning Strategies and Plum Varieties for the NortheastThursday March 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PM In this stone fruit focused webinar, Dr. James Larsen (Utah State) will discuss best management practices for pruning sweet and tart cherry orchards. We will then hear from Jay Freer, a stone fruit and pear technician at Cornell AgriTech, who will share his top plum variety recommendations for northeast growing conditions. Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-6 ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 16, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day. ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= 2026 Cornell Winter Fruit Webinar Series Thursday, February 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm These webinars will provide updates on fruit-related topics and research happening at Cornell University. Webinars hosted by NYSIPM, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFP, and CCE ENYCHP.These webinars will be held on Thursdays from 11am-12:30pm (The week 3 webinar will run from 11am-1pm).If you missed a webinar or just want to review one you've all ready seen the recordings can be found at the yearly Winter Fruit Webinars playlist on the Cornell IPM Program YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CornellIPM/playlistsNYSDEC Pesticide Recertification credits will be offered for indicated sessions. If you would like DEC Credits, please send a copy of your photo ID to Anna Wallis (aew232@cornell.edu) To receive credits you will need to attend the entire webinar on your own computer/device, and complete the required Google Form survey at the beginning and again at the end of the webinar..Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldWeek 1: Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldThursday January 22, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Marvin Pritts (Cornell CALS) and Cheyenne Sloan (MSU Extension) to discuss pruning blueberries for best yield through the years, the IPM benefits of pruning, and discover how soil health impacts production, insects, and diseases in blueberries.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-1Event DetailsCost of Production for Fruit CropsDateJanuary 29, 2026Time11:00AM - 12:30PMHostCornell IPM Program, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFT, and CCE ENYCHPCost of Production for Fruit CropsWeek 2: Cost of Production for Fruit Crops - A new tool for tree fruit, updates on berry production in NY, and strategies for tracking and using expense data Thursday January 29, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Chris Bardenhagen (Michigan State University Extension), Allan Pinto (Cornell IPM), and Elizabeth Higgins (CCE ENYCHP) for a discussion on a variety of production economics topics focused on fruit crops.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-2Fire Blight Management UpdatesWeek 3: Fire Blight Management Updates - Pathogen Biology, Defense Inducers, Biopesticides, and Pruning TherapiesThursday February 12, 2026 11:00AM-1:00PMJoin Tianna DuPont (WSU Extension), Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell AgriTech), and Dr. George Sundin (Michigan State University) for information on fire blight infection entry points and biofilms. Then speakers will discuss optimal rates and use patterns of Actigard and Kudos/Apogee, and review various field trials in Washington, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Michigan.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-3Week 4: Pink and Petal Fall Insecticides - Can We Strike the Right Balance? Thursday February 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Julianna Wilson (Michigan State University), Amy Irish-Brown (Valent USA), and Vaughn Gingerich (Lake Ontario Ag Consulting) to discuss management options for early-season apple pests, including plum curculio, European apple sawfly, and tarnished plant bug, and dig deeper on impacts and unintended consequences of insecticide sprays at pink.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-4Week 5: Inoculating Orchards with Mycorrhizal FungiThursday March 12, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMIn this webinar, Mike Basedow (CCE ENYCHP) will discuss the results of three years of SARE funded field trials with four commercial fungi blends in three orchard sites across the northeast. He will also discuss other strategies for getting a planting off on the right foot during the establishment phase. The second half of this meeting will be repeated in Spanish by Mario Miranda Sazo (CCE LOFP). Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-5Week 6: St. Peachtrick's Day - Cherry Pruning Strategies and Plum Varieties for the NortheastThursday March 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PM In this stone fruit focused webinar, Dr. James Larsen (Utah State) will discuss best management practices for pruning sweet and tart cherry orchards. We will then hear from Jay Freer, a stone fruit and pear technician at Cornell AgriTech, who will share his top plum variety recommendations for northeast growing conditions. Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-6 ========================================= Swine Production Zoom Series Thursday, February 19, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event This series is $10/ session or $40 for all 5 sessions.A Zoom link for each event will be sent to you closer to the session date. Thursday, Feb 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Managing breeding and birthing in a pig operation.Thursday, Feb 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Providing pigs with a balanced and nutritious diet.Thursday, Mar 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Observe all animals for signs of illness or injury and monitor their appetite.Thursday, Mar 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Inspecting and pricing pigs for purchase.Thursday, Apr 2, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Informal conversation temporary and permanent fencing and infrastructure for pig operations. Free Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, W: 315-866-7920 x228 or C: 315-604-2156 Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2719 ========================================= How to Diversify or Scale Up with Confidence for Profitability - Inspired by Annie's Project Wednesday, February 25, 2026 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Do you have an idea for a new enterprise to add value to your farm? Maybe you're considering scaling up for a potential market opportunity but just aren't sure if it's a good fit for your business. Join Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Allegany County, Broome County, Madison County, Onondaga County, Niagara County, Tioga County, the Niagara Small Business Development Center, and the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team for a hybrid series on Wednesdays in February, starting on February 4th that will answer these questions and more. Those that complete the series will learn how to identify resources available at the farm level to support diversification or scaling up opportunities, as well as how to evaluate the business potential of opportunities. Each session will be offered with a virtual option, as well as coming into the CCE offices listed previously for group discussion and learning from your peers.During these sessions the speakers will speak on the following topics:Session One: February 4, 2026 Strategic allocation of resources to fund your "big ideas" (allocation of resources = labor, $$, time & infrastructure)How to manage the risk of a changing marketplace (Laura)Session Two: February 11, 2026 What's the income potential for your "big idea" and how to evaluateHow to fund your big idea?Obtaining financingCash FlowIncome sheet & balance statementSession Three: February 25, 2026 Balancing scale in decision-making & what does it mean to scale/diversifyDecision-making tool & other resources?In-Person Locations: CCE Allegany (5435 Co Rd 48, Belmont)CCE Broome County (840 Front St, Binghamton)CCE Madison (100 Eaton St, Morrisville)CCE Niagara (4487 Lake Ave, Lockport)CCE Onondaga (6505 Collamer Rd, East Syracuse)CCE Tiogaor Statewide by ZoomCost: $25 Register by January 30th 2026 25 ========================================= 2026 New York Farm to School Summit Monday, February 23, 2026 8:00 am - 8:00 pm The NY Farm to School Summit will bring together Farm to School stakeholders including farmers and producers, food service directors, educators, administrators, and more! The Summit is centrally located in Saratoga Springs, NY.Brought to you by the NYS Department of Education and Cornell Cooperative Extension - Harvest NY.This Summit is made possible due to USDA Federal Formula Funds and the NYS Education Department.This project has been funded at least in part with Federal funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.The New York State Education Department does not endorse individual vendors, products, or services. Therefore, any reference herein to any vendor, product, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer or otherwise does not constitute or imply the endorsement, recommendation or approval of the New York State Education Department.Questions? Email us at farm2institution@cornell.edu Registration: https://whova.com/portal/registration/F740b-72Ac2XNBYJqYoF/ ========================================= 2026 Eastern New York Fruit and Vegetable Conference Wednesday, February 25, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Crowne Plaza Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, 660 Albany Shaker Rd , Albany, NY 12211 Program Overview: Two full days of informative sessions!Wednesday, February 25, 2026: Tree Fruit Session 1, King Street Ballroom, 9:00 am - 11:50 am Tree Fruit Session 2, King Street Ballroom, 1:15 pm - 3:50 pm Grape Session, Shaker Room, 9:00 am - 11:45 am Food Safety: Wash and Pack Special Session 1, Town Hall, 9:15 am - 12:00 pmFood Safety: Wash and Pack Special Session 2, Town Hall, 1:15 pm - 3:50 pmTrade Show: 8:00 am - 4:30pmThursday, February 26, 2026 Tree Fruit Session 3, King Street Ballrooms 2 & 4, 9:15 am - 12:00 pmVegetable Session 1: Bedding Plants and Greenhouse, King Street Ballrooms 6 & 8, 9:00 am - 11:50 am Small Fruit Session, Town Hall, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Vegetable Session 2, King Street Ballrooms 6 & 8, 1:15pm - 3:50pm Tree Fruit Session 4, Listening Session, King Street Ballrooms 2 & 4, 1:15 pm - 3:40 pmTrade Show: 8:00 am - 2:00pmWhen registering, please be sure to choose the correct cost option depending on your membership status with Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture and whether you will be attending one day or two. Registration Rates: Pre-registration in encouraged by February 16, 2026 and is a great value.CCE ENYCHP Member: Single day: $90 Two days: $150Non ENYCHP Member: Single day: $130 Two days: $190Additional Registrations from the same farm will save $10 per registration. Walk-In Rates: (After February 16th including day of programs):Single day: $140 Two days: $230All registrants receive a delicious hot lunch buffet, beverages and dessert! Lodging: Group Rate of $150/night per room at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center. To receive the discounted room rate, individual guests may call the hotel directly using the local number (518-869-8100) and provide group code (YFV), or may reserve online using the link or QR code to book their room(s): http://tiny.cc/eny-fvc-2026-HO...Reservations for the Desmond discounted rate must be received by February 3, 2026!Additional hotels in the area include: The Hilton Garden Inn, 800 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 518-464-6666 The Red Roof Inn, 188 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 518-459-1971 Best Western Albany Airport Inn, 200 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 518-458-1000 To register for the Conference, click the "Register for this Event Now" in the upper right hand corner of this page!To see the full Conference program click the red link below! Elizabeth Higgins, emh56@cornell.edu, 845-691-7151 Registration: https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2143 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations (Otsego County) Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Public Presentations in Otsego County is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation. For youth aged 5 to 19.In Otsego County Saturday, February 28th, from 9 a.m. - Noon at Morris Central School.Registration must be made with your 4-H Club leader by February 21st. Independent 4-H members must register with Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521.Once registered you will be given a scheduled time.District Presentations - date to be determined, Broome County.State Presentations will be held on Saturday, TBD, Cornell University. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Tree Fruit Pruning - Techniques for Health & Productivity Saturday, February 28, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Middlefield Orchards, 2274 State Highway 166 , Middlefield, NY 13326 Join us for an interactive workshop focused on practical pruning techniques to improve the health, structure, and productivity of your tree fruit. Michael Basedow, tree fruit specialist, will guide participants through pruning fundamentals before heading out to the orchard for hands-on demonstrations. Whether you’re managing a small orchard or a few backyard trees, this session will help you gain confidence and sharpen your pruning skills. Workshop Highlights: Learn key principles of tree fruit pruning for healthier, more productive trees Review pruning timing, tools, and common mistakes to avoid Gain practical guidance from a regional tree fruit specialist Head out to the orchard for hands-on pruning demonstrations Bring your questions and learn how to adapt techniques to your own orchard Pre-registration is requested Any questions can be directed to Kelley Doolin at kmd322@cornell.edu. Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x122 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 ========================================= 2026 Ag Solutions & Networking Expo Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:00 am - 3:30 pm SUNY Cobleskill, Schoharie Pkwy N , Cobleskill, NY 12043 Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x122 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://www.eventleaf.com/e/Agsolutions26 ========================================= Swine Production Zoom Series Thursday, March 5, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event This series is $10/ session or $40 for all 5 sessions.A Zoom link for each event will be sent to you closer to the session date. Thursday, Feb 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Managing breeding and birthing in a pig operation.Thursday, Feb 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Providing pigs with a balanced and nutritious diet.Thursday, Mar 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Observe all animals for signs of illness or injury and monitor their appetite.Thursday, Mar 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Inspecting and pricing pigs for purchase.Thursday, Apr 2, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Informal conversation temporary and permanent fencing and infrastructure for pig operations. Free Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, W: 315-866-7920 x228 or C: 315-604-2156 Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2719 ========================================= Berry Pruning - Methods for Stronger Plants and Better Yields Saturday, March 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Middlefield Orchards, 2274 State Highway 166 , Middlefield, NY 13326 Join us for a hands-on berry pruning workshop focused on improving plant health and maximizing harvest. Heather Case, regional berry specialist, will guide participants through pruning fundamentals before heading into the field for live demonstrations and practice. Whether you grow raspberries, blueberries, or other small fruits, you’ll leave with practical skills to apply on your own farm or in your garden this season. Workshop Highlights: Learn pruning techniques to improve berry plant health and productivity Understand how pruning affects growth, fruit quality, and yield Review proper timing, tools, and methods for common berry crops Gain insights from a regional berry specialist Head out for hands-on pruning demonstrations in the berry planting Pre-registration is requested Any questions can be directed to Kelley Doolin at kmd322@cornell.edu. Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x122 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=berryprun_schots_243 ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= 2026 Cornell Winter Fruit Webinar Series Thursday, March 12, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm These webinars will provide updates on fruit-related topics and research happening at Cornell University. Webinars hosted by NYSIPM, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFP, and CCE ENYCHP.These webinars will be held on Thursdays from 11am-12:30pm (The week 3 webinar will run from 11am-1pm).If you missed a webinar or just want to review one you've all ready seen the recordings can be found at the yearly Winter Fruit Webinars playlist on the Cornell IPM Program YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CornellIPM/playlistsNYSDEC Pesticide Recertification credits will be offered for indicated sessions. If you would like DEC Credits, please send a copy of your photo ID to Anna Wallis (aew232@cornell.edu) To receive credits you will need to attend the entire webinar on your own computer/device, and complete the required Google Form survey at the beginning and again at the end of the webinar..Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldWeek 1: Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldThursday January 22, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Marvin Pritts (Cornell CALS) and Cheyenne Sloan (MSU Extension) to discuss pruning blueberries for best yield through the years, the IPM benefits of pruning, and discover how soil health impacts production, insects, and diseases in blueberries.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-1Event DetailsCost of Production for Fruit CropsDateJanuary 29, 2026Time11:00AM - 12:30PMHostCornell IPM Program, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFT, and CCE ENYCHPCost of Production for Fruit CropsWeek 2: Cost of Production for Fruit Crops - A new tool for tree fruit, updates on berry production in NY, and strategies for tracking and using expense data Thursday January 29, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Chris Bardenhagen (Michigan State University Extension), Allan Pinto (Cornell IPM), and Elizabeth Higgins (CCE ENYCHP) for a discussion on a variety of production economics topics focused on fruit crops.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-2Fire Blight Management UpdatesWeek 3: Fire Blight Management Updates - Pathogen Biology, Defense Inducers, Biopesticides, and Pruning TherapiesThursday February 12, 2026 11:00AM-1:00PMJoin Tianna DuPont (WSU Extension), Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell AgriTech), and Dr. George Sundin (Michigan State University) for information on fire blight infection entry points and biofilms. Then speakers will discuss optimal rates and use patterns of Actigard and Kudos/Apogee, and review various field trials in Washington, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Michigan.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-3Week 4: Pink and Petal Fall Insecticides - Can We Strike the Right Balance? Thursday February 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Julianna Wilson (Michigan State University), Amy Irish-Brown (Valent USA), and Vaughn Gingerich (Lake Ontario Ag Consulting) to discuss management options for early-season apple pests, including plum curculio, European apple sawfly, and tarnished plant bug, and dig deeper on impacts and unintended consequences of insecticide sprays at pink.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-4Week 5: Inoculating Orchards with Mycorrhizal FungiThursday March 12, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMIn this webinar, Mike Basedow (CCE ENYCHP) will discuss the results of three years of SARE funded field trials with four commercial fungi blends in three orchard sites across the northeast. He will also discuss other strategies for getting a planting off on the right foot during the establishment phase. The second half of this meeting will be repeated in Spanish by Mario Miranda Sazo (CCE LOFP). Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-5Week 6: St. Peachtrick's Day - Cherry Pruning Strategies and Plum Varieties for the NortheastThursday March 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PM In this stone fruit focused webinar, Dr. James Larsen (Utah State) will discuss best management practices for pruning sweet and tart cherry orchards. We will then hear from Jay Freer, a stone fruit and pear technician at Cornell AgriTech, who will share his top plum variety recommendations for northeast growing conditions. Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-6 ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= New Farm Manager Skills Day - Get the Tools You Need to Grow Your People Tuesday, March 17, 2026 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties , Extension Center 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1, Cobleskill, New York 12043 Moving from being an individual contributor to overseeing and directing the work of other people can be a big change. Let us help make it easier. Join Liz Higgins of the Eastern NY Commercial Hort Team, Raevyn Saunders of the Central NY Dairy Livestock and Field Crops Team and Kelley Doolin of CCE Schoharie County for a one-day program to practice skills and make connections that can help you in your role as a supervisory farm manager. Becoming a manager (skills specific to managing others)Giving feedback and communication - embrace your role as a coachResources for Farm Managers and Employers (Cornell Ag Workforce Development, NYS DOL, NYS Ag Mediation)Onboarding new employees - tips for getting new workers off to a good startYour responsibilities as a manager (legal and ethical) and dealing with challengesAfter the program attendees will have access to a shared message group to help you connect with each other for support during the season. Lunch will be included.This program draws from the Cornell Ag Workforce Development Ag Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program. Fee for Program, per Attendee (1 or 2 attendees) if more than 2 use group discount rate: $50.00(addl attendee $50.00 ea.) Includes LunchGroup Discount for 3 or More from the Same Farm: $35.00(addl attendee $35.00 ea.) Cost per attendee if registering 3 or more people from the same farm. More is better! 50 Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x122 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2142 ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= 2026 Cornell Winter Fruit Webinar Series Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm These webinars will provide updates on fruit-related topics and research happening at Cornell University. Webinars hosted by NYSIPM, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFP, and CCE ENYCHP.These webinars will be held on Thursdays from 11am-12:30pm (The week 3 webinar will run from 11am-1pm).If you missed a webinar or just want to review one you've all ready seen the recordings can be found at the yearly Winter Fruit Webinars playlist on the Cornell IPM Program YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CornellIPM/playlistsNYSDEC Pesticide Recertification credits will be offered for indicated sessions. If you would like DEC Credits, please send a copy of your photo ID to Anna Wallis (aew232@cornell.edu) To receive credits you will need to attend the entire webinar on your own computer/device, and complete the required Google Form survey at the beginning and again at the end of the webinar..Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldWeek 1: Blueberry Pruning and Soil Health to Minimize Pests and Maximize YieldThursday January 22, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Marvin Pritts (Cornell CALS) and Cheyenne Sloan (MSU Extension) to discuss pruning blueberries for best yield through the years, the IPM benefits of pruning, and discover how soil health impacts production, insects, and diseases in blueberries.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-1Event DetailsCost of Production for Fruit CropsDateJanuary 29, 2026Time11:00AM - 12:30PMHostCornell IPM Program, CCE Harvest NY, CCE LOFT, and CCE ENYCHPCost of Production for Fruit CropsWeek 2: Cost of Production for Fruit Crops - A new tool for tree fruit, updates on berry production in NY, and strategies for tracking and using expense data Thursday January 29, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Chris Bardenhagen (Michigan State University Extension), Allan Pinto (Cornell IPM), and Elizabeth Higgins (CCE ENYCHP) for a discussion on a variety of production economics topics focused on fruit crops.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-2Fire Blight Management UpdatesWeek 3: Fire Blight Management Updates - Pathogen Biology, Defense Inducers, Biopesticides, and Pruning TherapiesThursday February 12, 2026 11:00AM-1:00PMJoin Tianna DuPont (WSU Extension), Dr. Kerik Cox (Cornell AgriTech), and Dr. George Sundin (Michigan State University) for information on fire blight infection entry points and biofilms. Then speakers will discuss optimal rates and use patterns of Actigard and Kudos/Apogee, and review various field trials in Washington, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Michigan.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-3Week 4: Pink and Petal Fall Insecticides - Can We Strike the Right Balance? Thursday February 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMJoin Dr. Julianna Wilson (Michigan State University), Amy Irish-Brown (Valent USA), and Vaughn Gingerich (Lake Ontario Ag Consulting) to discuss management options for early-season apple pests, including plum curculio, European apple sawfly, and tarnished plant bug, and dig deeper on impacts and unintended consequences of insecticide sprays at pink.Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-4Week 5: Inoculating Orchards with Mycorrhizal FungiThursday March 12, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PMIn this webinar, Mike Basedow (CCE ENYCHP) will discuss the results of three years of SARE funded field trials with four commercial fungi blends in three orchard sites across the northeast. He will also discuss other strategies for getting a planting off on the right foot during the establishment phase. The second half of this meeting will be repeated in Spanish by Mario Miranda Sazo (CCE LOFP). Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-5Week 6: St. Peachtrick's Day - Cherry Pruning Strategies and Plum Varieties for the NortheastThursday March 19, 2026 11:00AM-12:30PM In this stone fruit focused webinar, Dr. James Larsen (Utah State) will discuss best management practices for pruning sweet and tart cherry orchards. We will then hear from Jay Freer, a stone fruit and pear technician at Cornell AgriTech, who will share his top plum variety recommendations for northeast growing conditions. Register: http://tiny.cc/2026-wfw-week-6 ========================================= Swine Production Zoom Series Thursday, March 19, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event This series is $10/ session or $40 for all 5 sessions.A Zoom link for each event will be sent to you closer to the session date. Thursday, Feb 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Managing breeding and birthing in a pig operation.Thursday, Feb 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Providing pigs with a balanced and nutritious diet.Thursday, Mar 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Observe all animals for signs of illness or injury and monitor their appetite.Thursday, Mar 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Inspecting and pricing pigs for purchase.Thursday, Apr 2, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Informal conversation temporary and permanent fencing and infrastructure for pig operations. Free Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, W: 315-866-7920 x228 or C: 315-604-2156 Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2719 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NYJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/96961833581?pwd=Y9paaTNI7Bi9XrYpsusKJQhmIFpEbm.1Meeting ID: 969 6183 3581Passcode: 421857---One tap mobile+16468769923,,96961833581# US (New York) 16465189805,,96961833581# US+(New York)--- ========================================= Swine Production Zoom Series Thursday, April 2, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event This series is $10/ session or $40 for all 5 sessions.A Zoom link for each event will be sent to you closer to the session date. Thursday, Feb 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Managing breeding and birthing in a pig operation.Thursday, Feb 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Providing pigs with a balanced and nutritious diet.Thursday, Mar 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Observe all animals for signs of illness or injury and monitor their appetite.Thursday, Mar 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Inspecting and pricing pigs for purchase.Thursday, Apr 2, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Informal conversation temporary and permanent fencing and infrastructure for pig operations. Free Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, W: 315-866-7920 x228 or C: 315-604-2156 Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration_new.php?id=2719 ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, April 14, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, April 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, April 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, May 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, May 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, May 20, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, May 26, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NYJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/96961833581?pwd=Y9paaTNI7Bi9XrYpsusKJQhmIFpEbm.1Meeting ID: 969 6183 3581Passcode: 421857---One tap mobile+16468769923,,96961833581# US (New York) 16465189805,,96961833581# US+(New York)--- ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, June 9, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, June 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, June 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, July 14, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, July 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NYJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/96961833581?pwd=Y9paaTNI7Bi9XrYpsusKJQhmIFpEbm.1Meeting ID: 969 6183 3581Passcode: 421857---One tap mobile+16468769923,,96961833581# US (New York) 16465189805,,96961833581# US+(New York)--- ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, August 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, September 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, September 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NYJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/96961833581?pwd=Y9paaTNI7Bi9XrYpsusKJQhmIFpEbm.1Meeting ID: 969 6183 3581Passcode: 421857---One tap mobile+16468769923,,96961833581# US (New York) 16465189805,,96961833581# US+(New York)--- ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, October 20, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, November 10, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, November 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, November 24, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NYJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/96961833581?pwd=Y9paaTNI7Bi9XrYpsusKJQhmIFpEbm.1Meeting ID: 969 6183 3581Passcode: 421857---One tap mobile+16468769923,,96961833581# US (New York) 16465189805,,96961833581# US+(New York)--- ========================================= 2026 Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, December 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development & Marketing Webinar Series Tuesday, December 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Free ========================================= Cut Flower Monthly Webinar Series Wednesday, December 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 0 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration =========================================