NY FarmNet Free Webinar: Retirement Accounts for Farmers Wednesday, October 8, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Most farmers don’t have retirement savings outside the farm. That makes it tough to retire and even harder to pass the farm on. This webinar will show you why retirement accounts matter, how even small contributions make a difference, and which accounts fit your situation. We’ll also bust some common retirement planning myths.Attendees will learn: • Which retirement plans work best for farm businesses • How tax credits can offset startup and employer costs • How to use different investment types for long-term securityDisclaimer: This webinar is intended to provide general information only. Every person has unique, individual facts and circumstances related to their family, business, and financial situation. Always consult with licensed professionals before making legal or financial decisions.  Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cMIwdVU2QD2hpnlUCqcCVA#/registration ========================================= CLOSED for Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday, October 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. ========================================= Schoharie County Weatherization Workshop Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Schoharie County Office for the Aging, 113 Park Place , Schoharie, NY 12157 Join us for a Free Weatherization Workshop and Free Meal! Tuesday, October 14th 1:00pm - 3:00pm.Schoharie County Office for the AgingLearn how energy is wasted in your home Access programs to reduce your energy use Receive a FREE home energy savings kit including: 6-Outlet Tier 1 Advanced Smart Strip with Surge Protection2 LED light bulbs5 foam outlet gaskets and 5 foam switch gasketsWindow shrink and seal insulation kitDoor sweepPremium rubber weather-strippingFoam tape for windows and doors Free Michaela Fisher, maf396@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x114 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=weatherization25-12_243 ========================================= Cover Crop Field Meeting Tuesday, October 21, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Thinking about upping your farm's cover cropping game? New technology for seeding and crop tracking, research-driven recommendations for high tunnel cover cropping, cold tolerant varieties for North Country climates, and farmer expertise will be shared at this field event.Light refreshments will be served. In the event of strong winds or heavy rain on the 21st, we will hold the event on the 22nd in order to conduct a drone seeding demonstration. Agenda:3:00 PM - Welcome and introductions, refreshments, overview of the Cornell Willsboro Research Farm - Elisabeth Hodgdon, CCE ENYCHP & Michael Davis, Cornell Willsboro Research Farm3:15 PM - Winter cover cropping in high tunnels - Judson Reid, CCE Cornell Vegetable Program/Harvest NY3:45 PM - Winter pea variety trial and Cornell cover crop breeding efforts - Solveig Hanson, Cornell SIPS4:15 PM - Cover crop drone seeding demonstration4:45 PM - Farmer-to-farmer discussion5:15 PM - Cover crop and soil health initiatives from Essex County Soil and Water Conservation, the Lake Champlain Basin Program, NRCS, and other organization announcementsCost: $10 per farmDEC pesticide recertification credits: 1 credit in categories 1A, 10, 21, 22, and 23This event will be held outdoors, with some walking required on uneven terrain. Please reach out to Elisabeth Hodgdon (eh528@cornell.edu or 518-650-5323) with questions and requests for accommodations. Requests for accommodations must be received no later than Oct. 14.Funding for this program was sponsored in part by the Northern New York Agricultural Development Program and USDA NIFA capacity funds. 10 Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://enych.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2117 ========================================= 2025 Annual Meeting Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Upper Champlin, SUNY Cobleskill , 108 Otsego Ave , Cobleskill, NY 12043 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego’s (CCESO) 2025 Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6 PM, in Upper Champlin Hall at SUNY Cobleskill.The Annual Meeting will begin with the Association’s annual business meeting. This year we will be voting to adopt a new Association Constitution. We encourage you to participate either in-person or virtually in this important process.  The proposed change to the Association’s constitution moves the composition of the Association’s Board of Directors from a mixture of At-large members and members elected from the ranks of the Association’s Program Advisory Committees, to a Board of all At-large directly elected members. CCESO’s Board composition will continue to include six (6) directors from each county and an elected official from each county. The Association’s Program Advisory Committees will continue to meet with CCESO staff and Board liaisons who will provide program reports to the Board of Directors. Follow this link to read the Proposed Constitution. You can view the current version here. After, join us for a reception that will feature Hors d'Oeuvres and refreshments from local producers. Attendees can mingle and chat with CCESO’s staff, Board members and Program Advisory Committee members, volunteers, and program participants.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about CCESO’s innovative educational programs and relevant outreach activities, to meet new staff members, and to win door prizes, too! 0 Nicole Thompson, neh57@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/2025_Annual_Meeting_243 ========================================= NY FarmNet Free Webinar: Estate Planning for Farm Families with Children Wednesday, November 5, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Estate planning sounds complex and expensive - but it doesn’t have to be. A few simple steps now can save your family a world of stress later. In this webinar, we’ll cover estate planning essentials related to wills & trusts, powers of attorney, guardianship plans, and business continuity documents. We’ll also talk about planning for a variety of situations so that if the worst happens, you’ll know your family and business are taken care of. You’ll also learn what to think about if you've got teenagers, and how to prepare for aging parents.Attendees will learn: • A clear list of documents every farm family needs (and what they do) • Simple steps to name guardians and how to set aside money for their care • Ideas for sharing your values—not just your assets—with the next generation.Disclaimer: This webinar is intended to provide general information only. Every person has unique, individual facts and circumstances related to their family, business, and financial situation. Always consult with licensed professionals before making legal or financial decisions.  Kelley Doolin, kmd322@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ~ 607-547-2536 x226 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FIh_Q2q5SKi7Pe2-WNR75A#/registration ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans' Day Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day. ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, November 25, 2025 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, NY ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 27, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 28, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, December 24, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Thursday, December 25, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, December 31, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Thursday, January 1, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 19, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties , Extension Center 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1, Cobleskill, New York 12043 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ========================================= 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. ========================================= 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 Syracuse, 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 Mariah Goodwin, mog27@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 =========================================