Agriculture and Natural Resources Program Committee | | |
Ed Merry
Chris Comstock
Charles J Susick II
Kevin Peterson
Stuart Sammis
Greg Longwell
Dean Massaro
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Arkport
Bath
Bath
Corning
Corning
Bath
Hammondsport
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Legislative Representatives
Hilda Lando
Fred Potter
| | Thank you for attending our Annual Dinner! And a special thank you to all those who support CCE Steuben, we appreciate each and every one of you! | | MORE PROCESSORS ARE NEEDED! If you have a NYS Article 20-C Food Processing Establishment license, you can apply to be a venison donation processor. Reimbursement rate is $3.50 per pound, provided by your local food bank. Click the button above to learn more. | | |
2025 New York Small Farms Summit: Stronger Together
December 5, 2025
9am - 3:30pm
Alfred State College Farm 1254 State Route 244 Alfred, NY 14806
We hope you will join us on December 5th for the 2025 New York Small Farms Summit! This is an opportunity to meet other farmers and ag supporters, learn about research and education projects, and set priorities for future efforts to grow small farm success.
This one-day Summit will bring together farmers, extension educators, university faculty, and other service providers at multiple sites across the state. The Alfred, NY event will focus on Agroforestry. Each summit site will connect virtually in the morning to hear from agricultural leaders in the state. Subsequent in-person conversations will explore topics on small farm entrepreneurship, resilience, support networks, and priorities moving forward.
Join us for conversations focused on how we can be strong together as we build small farm success.
This Summit is free to attend, with lunch provided and refreshments served throughout the day. Therefore, seating will be limited, and pre-registration required. Click here for online registration with Cornell Small Farms. Some topics may include: giving trees a chance and how trees build resiliency on small farms. Click here for full agenda. Learn more.
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Looking for Pesticide Credits?
Remember to always refer to NYSPAD! All opportunities offering credits must be registered so you can search for upcoming events in Steuben and other nearby Counties to find one that fits your schedule most conveniently!
If you need help contact CCE Agriculture Dept, 607-664-2574.
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PRO-DAIRY Online, On-Demand Courses
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PRO-DAIRY offers a suite of dairy production online courses that are completed by students from across the country and around the world. Some dairy production management background is helpful, but the courses include basic to advanced content taught by leaders in the field.
Courses are offered in an on-demand format, enabling students to begin the course at their convenience and complete it within six months of enrollment, on their own schedule. Through the virtual classroom, students have access to pre-recorded presentations and supplemental materials and assessments are integrated within course modules to reinforce concepts. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion and can request continuing education credits from the Cornell University School of Continuing Education.
Course registration:
Participant course fee: $250
Learn More Here
Register Here
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Interested in NYSERDA’s Agriculture Programs?
Below you will find a brief overview of these three programs:
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Agriculture Energy Audit Program (AEAP): This program offers NY state farmers no-cost energy audits to help identify energy efficiency opportunities on their farm.
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REAP Technical Assistance Program (RTAP): This program has been designed to assist farmers at no-cost to make applications to the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). If awarded, farmers can receive up to 50% of the total project cost.
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Energy Best Practices for Agriculture: The best practices have been developed to help educate producers with energy-efficient technologies, how they function, the average cost, and the average payback in years.
To learn more about these programs and eligibility, you can scan the QR code on the image above, or click here: Agriculture Energy Assistance - NYSERDA.
Contact us now: 800-732-1399
Thank you so much for your support in ensuring the viability and growth of New York's agriculture!
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Ag Energy NY website has been updated making it easier to access guidance for different types of farm's needs!
Now offering one-on-one consultations for all your ag energy needs, including Solar and Wind Energy! If you are thinking about leasing land to alternative energy, set up a consultation to learn more about how your decisions impact you in the long run!
Contact Gabriel Gurley, rg523@cornell.edu for assistance and additional information!
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The Holidays are Approaching...
The Finger Lakes Region has so many local sources for Christmas trees, wreaths, decor, and holiday gifts! Remember to shop local!
Finger Lakes Farm Country (FLFC) also makes it easy to locate farm experiences, farm stays, and trip ideas so you can enjoy time with family during the holiday season.
Christmas Trees | Finger Lakes Farm Country shows a map highlighting some sources for trees from locally owned tree farms.
From family gatherings at a restaurant offering farm-to-table options to various on farm experiences, you can plan a fun holiday break centered around Steuben County Agriculture right from Finger Lakes Farm Country.
Farm producers and agritourism business owners, don't forget to list your events with FLFC! If you aren't a listed producer/farm and would like to be,
Complete The Participation Form
Or if you have questions about Finger Lakes Farm Country, please contact Kevin Peterson at kpeterson@corningfingerlakes.com or call 607-936-6544.
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Agritourism Workshops Monthly!
Are you thinking of starting an agritourism business or are you currently operating one?
Join the monthly lunch-hour, workshop virtual series and learn how to grow your agritourism business!
Each session will focus on a specific topic to help aspiring agritourism entrepreneurs grow their knowledge and profit through this exciting on-farm business.
Pre-registration Required: Register for the Zoom Webinar here!
Price: Free
All workshops will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Sponsor: Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team
Past topics and recordings
2025 Schedule: Click the image below to register.
Please contact Lindsey Pashow, lep67@cornell.edu or 518-569-3073 with any, questions.
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Dear Readers,
FLFC is a collaborative effort between the regional CCE offices and their respective counties' visitor centers. You may have seen the logo or heard of the Agritourism Trail project in the last year or so. We are continually building and adding visitor information to the website at no cost to you. If you are interested in having your farm listed on the site, please complete the survey, or reach out to Kevin Peterson, contact information below.
Did You Know?
Finger Lakes Farm Country is a regional agritourism program that combines agriculture and tourism to promote the abundance of agricultural resources in the southern Finger Lakes. Through a collaborative approach to marketing and promotion, the program creates a memorable brand for agritourism attractions and businesses in the area, while showcasing educational and recreational activities for visitors to the region.
In an effort to sustain local farms and create an environment for entrepreneurism, Finger Lakes Farm Country will promote the region’s abundant agritourism resources through a variety of marketing strategies. The Finger Lakes Farm Country region includes the counties of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, and Yates.
Interested in Joining?
Complete this survey
If you have questions about Finger Lakes Farm Country please contact Kevin Peterson: kpeterson@corningfingerlakes.com or call 607-936-6544
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Cut Flower Industry in New York
As of the 2022 census, New York has over 700 cut flower growers across the state with a total sale of cut flowers over $10.5 million.
Don't miss out on the upcoming webinars, click below to register.
Want to catch up on past webinars, find the YouTube recordings here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIQZEU24Sxtb0CL4Jk8n-Qg
August was Dahlia Production & July was Seed Saving!
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What's Bugging You?
Join Live, on the first Friday of every month from Noon to 12:30 EST on Zoom.
Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.
Watch the past Event presentations Here.
Register for the 2025 events by clicking the schedule below.
Learn more about the 2025 What’s Bugging You First Friday schedule here.
| | | NY FarmNet Services: Always Free, Always Confidential |
NY FarmNet is here to support farmers, farm families, agricultural service providers, veterinarians,
milk truck drivers, and others involved in the agricultural industry in New York State.
Call today 1-800-547-3276.
Reach out to them for business or personal consulting.
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ecological sustainability and social well-being. We bring local experience and
research based solutions together, helping New York State families and
communities thrive in our rapidly changing world.
Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.
CCE does not endorse or recommend any specific product or service.
This newsletter is solely intended to educate consumers about their choices.
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