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FLGP Tailgate Meeting #1
December 31, 1969
Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting
August 7, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Burdett, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 7 at Hobbs/Selbach Vineyard in Burdett.
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Summer Growers' Conference
August 15, 2018
9 am-3:30 pm
Portland, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 21, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ovid, NY
Our eighth tailgate, and final tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 21 at Hosmer Winery near Ovid, NY.
FLGP Field Meeting
August 28, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Lodi, NY
Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and the FLGP will be presenting information from some recent projects. Topics will include differential harvesting based on NDVI imaging, mycorrhizal fungi to improve root function in grapevines, under-vine cover crops, and site and clone influences on Riesling. We will present research wines from both the differential harvest and clonal projects during the meeting as well.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting
August 7, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Burdett, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 7 at Hobbs/Selbach Vineyard in Burdett.
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Summer Growers' Conference
August 15, 2018
9 am-3:30 pm
Portland, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 21, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ovid, NY
Our eighth tailgate, and final tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 21 at Hosmer Winery near Ovid, NY.
FLGP Field Meeting
August 28, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Lodi, NY
Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and the FLGP will be presenting information from some recent projects. Topics will include differential harvesting based on NDVI imaging, mycorrhizal fungi to improve root function in grapevines, under-vine cover crops, and site and clone influences on Riesling. We will present research wines from both the differential harvest and clonal projects during the meeting as well.
USDA-ARS Apple, Grape, and Tart Cherry Germplasm Collection Tour
September 15, 2018
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce the annual tour on September 15, 2018, Saturday (Third Saturday of September every year) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting
August 7, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Burdett, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 7 at Hobbs/Selbach Vineyard in Burdett.
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Summer Growers' Conference
August 15, 2018
9 am-3:30 pm
Portland, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 21, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ovid, NY
Our eighth tailgate, and final tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 21 at Hosmer Winery near Ovid, NY.
FLGP Field Meeting
August 28, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Lodi, NY
Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and the FLGP will be presenting information from some recent projects. Topics will include differential harvesting based on NDVI imaging, mycorrhizal fungi to improve root function in grapevines, under-vine cover crops, and site and clone influences on Riesling. We will present research wines from both the differential harvest and clonal projects during the meeting as well.
USDA-ARS Apple, Grape, and Tart Cherry Germplasm Collection Tour
September 15, 2018
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce the annual tour on September 15, 2018, Saturday (Third Saturday of September every year) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting
August 7, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Burdett, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 7 at Hobbs/Selbach Vineyard in Burdett.
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Summer Growers' Conference
August 15, 2018
9 am-3:30 pm
Portland, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 21, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ovid, NY
Our eighth tailgate, and final tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 21 at Hosmer Winery near Ovid, NY.
FLGP Field Meeting
August 28, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Lodi, NY
Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and the FLGP will be presenting information from some recent projects. Topics will include differential harvesting based on NDVI imaging, mycorrhizal fungi to improve root function in grapevines, under-vine cover crops, and site and clone influences on Riesling. We will present research wines from both the differential harvest and clonal projects during the meeting as well.
USDA-ARS Apple, Grape, and Tart Cherry Germplasm Collection Tour
September 15, 2018
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce the annual tour on September 15, 2018, Saturday (Third Saturday of September every year) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
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Tailgate Meeting April 30th
April 30, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 14th
May 14, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting May 28th
May 28, 2013
5pm - 6:30pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 11th
June 11, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 2nd
July 2, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 9th
July 9, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Demonstration: Crop Estimation and Thinning in Concord
July 22, 2013
4:00 PM
Branchport, NY
The FLGP will be hosing a field demonstration focused on how to mechanically estimate Concord crops and to thin them down, if necessary.
Tailgate Meeting July 23rd
July 23, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Field Meeting on Soils & Compaction
July 30, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 6th
August 6, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Cultivar Region: An NE 1020 Variety Trial Tasting
August 15, 2013
8:30am - 5:00pm
Geneva, NY
Curious about new cultivars? Interested in the effects of terroir on varietal character? Then join us for a cross-regional tasting of varietal trial wines!
Tailgate Meeting August 20th
August 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
New Grower/New Winery Workshop
August 22 - August 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This workshop is an opportunity to learn about key aspects of grape growing and winemaking for those interested in starting a new vineyard or winery business. Attendees will learn about the decisions that need to be made in preparation for planning or starting a new vineyard or winery, and also once production has begun. The workshops will include a tour of a vineyard and winery.
Farm Brewery or Cidery Start-up Workshop
September 7, 2013
8:30am - 4:30pm
Waterloo, NY
Brewing Science & Technology Workshop
September 20, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Geneva, NY
This short course includes information about barley and malt, hops, brewing water, adjuncts, brew house operations, brewing yeast and brewery fermentation, maturation, finishing and beer styles.
2014 Becker Forum: Building the Agricultural Workforce of the Future
January 20, 2014
East Syracuse, NY
Winter Injury Field Meeting
February 13 - February 14, 2014
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Geneva, NY
This meeting will focus on evaluating winter injury in vineyards, and how growers can adapt their pruning practices in response.
Pruning Workshop
February 14, 2014
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Geneva, NY
Pruning Workshop, Friday February 14, 2014
Pre-registration is required and the cost is $30 per person, class limited to 25 people.
Please remember to dress for the weather and bring your own pruning sheers.
2014 B.E.V. NY Conference
February 27 - March 1, 2014
All day event
Waterloo, NY
We are happy to announce that Finger Lakes Grape Growers Conference and Trade Show has merged with Cornell annual NY Wine Industry Workshop to create a new event called B.E.V. NY, which will be held February 27, 28 and March 1, 2014 at the Waterloo Holiday Inn, on Route 414 just north of Routes 5 & 20 in Waterloo, NY.
Click here to go to the B.E.V. NY website for registration and program information.
Tailgate Meeting May 13th
May 13, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
2014 Finger Lakes Grape Spring IPM Meeting
May 22, 2014
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Hector, NY
Our annual Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM meeting will be held this year on Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Standing Stone Vineyards, 9934 Route 414, Hector, NY 14841. Hosted by Tom and Martha Macinski.
Tailgate Meeting May 27th
May 27, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Rockstream, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Special Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing
June 5, 2014
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Geneva, NY
Please join us for a presentation by Matthew Hoffman, Grower Program Coordinator for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, about the Lodi grape industry's experience with their sustainability certification program, The Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. This program was the first sustainability certification program developed for grape growing in the United States, and has served as a model for a number of other programs that have developed since then, including the VineBalance program here in New York. Dr. Hoffman will talk about some of the pros and cons of creating a third party certification program like the Lodi Rules, and what kinds of impacts the program has had for the industry out there.
Tailgate Meeting June 10th
June 10, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Interlaken, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting June 24th
June 24, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting July 8th
July 8, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Vineyard Equipment Demonstration
July 10, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
The FLGP will be hosting a demonstration of a new type of mechanical leaf remover and a cultivator to remove weeds from under the trellis.
Tailgate Meeting July 22
July 22, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Ovid, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 5th
August 5, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Tailgate Meeting August 19th
August 19, 2014
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Mike and Hans will bring some timely topics and information to discuss at the meeting, but there will also be time to talk about whatever else is on growers' minds. Hope to see you there!
Pinot Noir and Burgundy: Still Made For Each Other?
September 8, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Dr. Benjamin Bois (University of Burgundy) will be giving an informal presentation on Pinot noir production in the Burgundy region of France and how changes to the regional climate might impact that. There is no fee to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time on our website or call our office at (315) 536-5134.
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen: How soil, climate and vineyard management influence Cabernet Franc production
October 21, 2014
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Kees van Leeuwen is a leading viticulture researcher in Bordeaux, and the viticulture consultant for Chateau Cheval Blanc in St. Emilion, one of the premier producers in Bordeaux, which uses a high percentage of Cabernet Franc in its wines. Dr. van Leeuwen has graciously agreed to share his extensive experience working with Cabernet Franc with our industry while he is visiting.
NY FarmNet Farm Business Transfer Conference
January 13 - January 14, 2015
Tuesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
East Syracuse, NY
Choosing and developing future farm managers is the focus of, "Who Will Manage Your Farm Tomorrow," slated for January 13th-14th at the DoubleTree Hotel in East Syracuse. This conference provides farm families and their advisors critical information for helping the next generation find success on the farm and identifies effective management transfer strategies to implement.
CCE 2015 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series
February 2 - March 2, 2015
Canandaigua, NY
The Core Pesticide Training Program Series is for the person who needs to acquire the knowledge to be able to take the Pesticide Core exam for a license to apply pesticides. Also this is for certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking re certification credits.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
B.E.V. NY Trade Show Exhibitor Registration
February 26 - February 28, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
Wine Label Approval Workshop
March 26, 2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Seneca Falls, NY
Demaris Brown, labeling specialist with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau will speak on the wine label approval process. Demaris has been with the Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the TTB for nearly five years.
Mechanical Pruning Demo
April 2, 2015
5:00 pm
Hector, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will b holding a mechanical pruning demonstration with Hazlitt Vineyards Thursday, April 2nd.
Dr. Markus Keller: Cold hardiness and cold damage in grapevines
April 7, 2015
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Geneva, NY
Dr. Markus Keller, professor of viticulture at Washington State University in Prosser, WA, will be discussing some of his work on understanding grapevine cold hardiness and preventing winter injury. Preregistration is requested.
Tailgate Meeting May 5th
May 5, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Prattsburg, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will be starting up again on Tuesday, May 5, with our first meeting taking place at Vine Country Farms (Roy and Gordon Taft) in Pulteney.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 12, 2015
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Geneva, NY
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 4:30 - 6:15 PMRavines Wine Cellars, 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
Tailgate Meeting May 19th
May 19, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Our second tailgate meeting will take place at Wickham's Tango Oaks (Fred Wickham) in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting June 2nd
June 2, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
North Rose, NY
Our third tailgate meeting will take place at Smith Brothers Farms, (Dave Smith) in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting June 16
June 16, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Branchport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting will take place at Bedient Vineyards (Jim Bedient) in Branchport.
Tailgate Meeting June 30
June 30, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Naples, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy: Adapting Vineyard Practices to Meet Quality and Production Goals
July 1, 2015
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Ovid, NY
Dr. Glen Creasy, from Lincoln University in New Zealand, will be coming to the area next week and will be presenting a talk for Finger Lakes growers on how to adapt vineyard practices in the face of changing conditions every season in order to produce a profitable and high-quality grape crop. Glen is a native son of the Finger Lakes region, and received his Bachelor's degree from Cornell before moving on to Oregon State University, where he earned his Master's and Ph.D. He has been a faculty member at Lincoln University since 1998.
Tailgate Meeting July 14
July 14, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lodi, NY
ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2015
Dunkirk, NY
The 40th ASEV-ES conference will be at the Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center in Dunkirk, NY on July 23-25, 2015. A pre-conference tour of New York and Pennsylvania vineyards and wineries will take place on Thursday, July 23rd. The conference will begin with technical presentations on July 24th-25th, and will also include Friday's Oenolympics Grazing Dinner with Wines of the East and Saturday's Sparkling Wine Reception and Grand Awards Banquet, when Dr. Wayne Wilcox will receive the Eastern Section's 2015 Outstanding Achievement Award.
For more information, visit the ASEV-Eastern Section website.
Tailgate Meeting July 28
July 28, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hector, NY
Tailgate Meeting August 11
August 11, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dundee, NY
Tailgate Meeting for Winemakers
August 20, 2015
5:00pm
The main focus of this meeting is to provide area winemakers with some information about the 2015 growing season, how the season might affect this year's harvest, and discussing what we know (and don't know) about how various practices and factors in the vineyard do or don't influence fruit and wine quality.
Pre-Harvest Field Meeting
August 24, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Penn Yan, NY
The primary focus of this field meeting will be a couple of research projects being conducted by Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and her lab.
Final Tailgate Meeting of the Season is August 25
August 25, 2015
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Romulus, NY
Our annual series of tailgate meetings will conclude on Tuesday, August 25 with our final meeting at Buttonwood Grove Winery in Romulus.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 4, 2015
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ithaca, NY
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite members of the industry to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Pruning Workshop
December 4, 2015
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
B.E.V. NY 2016
March 3 - March 5, 2016
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rochester, NY
Business. Enology. Viticulture. B.E.V. NY.
Register now for B.E.V. NY, Cornell's annual conference for New York's grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, and the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management.
Visit http://www.bevny.org for registration, program and hotel information.
B.E.V. NY Sponsorship Opportunties
March 3 - March 5, 2016
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Henrietta, NY
March Pruning Workshop
March 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
NCPN Webinar Series: Crown gall biology and management; Value of virus-tested plant material
March 24, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Recent research on crown gall has changed how we think about management and the prospects of crown gall elimination. Economic impact studies on Leafroll, crown gall, and Red blotch have enabled us to estimate the value of planting certified, virus-tested vines.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes.
NCPN Webinar Series: New York's revitalized grapevine certification program
March 31, 2016
12:00 - 1:15 PM
New York’s Department of Agriculture and Markets is rolling out a state-of-the-art nursery certification program, and New York’s nurseries are investing in new plantings and practices.
Preregister by noon on Wednesday, March 30 by going to http://tinyurl.com/NCPNgrapes
Northern Grapes Project Results: Fungicide Sensitivity & Vine Nutrition of Cold-Hardy Cultivars
April 12, 2016
12:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Patricia McManus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Carl Rosen of the University of Minnesota will discuss results of their Northern Grapes Project research. Patty’s presentation will summarize four years of field trials that focused on determining the sensitivity of popular cold-hardy cultivars to fungicides, including copper, sulfur, and difenoconazole. Carl’s presentation will summarize three years of research on tissue analysis of cold hardy grapes grown in 16 locations spanning five states. Nutrient diagnostic criteria will be presented for petiole, blade, and whole leaves collected at bloom and veraison and relationships between soil properties/tissue nutrient concentrations and grape juice quality will be discussed.
Tailgate Meeting
April 26, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place at Folts Farm (hosted by Mike Folts) in Bluff Point.
Effective Vineyard Spraying
April 27, 2016
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. We anticipate that pesticide recertification credits will be available.
Registration link: http://flgp.cce.cornell.edu/event_preregistration.php?event=251
Webinar: Setting the Stage - Developing Outreach and Adoption strategies
April 28, 2016
11:00 AM
Join extension staff and researchers from Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon and University of California Davis for this webinar, the first in a series of Showcase webinars for the NIFA SCRI project “Precision Vineyard Management: Collecting and Interpreting Spatial Data for Variable Vineyard Management to Improve Production Efficiency and Product Quality”.
Tailgate Meeting
May 10, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 10 at Lucas Vineyards in Interlaken.
Tailgate Meeting
May 24, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on May 24 at Gene Stanbro's farm in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 7 at Heron Hill Winery in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
June 21, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on June 21 at Chateau Lafayette Reneau in Hector.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Williamson, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 5 at Young Sommer Winery in Williamson.
Tailgate Meeting
July 19, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on July 19 at Keuka Spring Vineyards in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
August 2, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 2 at Doyle Vineyard Management's farm in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 16, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our ninth tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 16 at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
August 30, 2016
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our tenth and final tailgate meeting of 2016 will take place on August 30 at Fulkerson Winery in Dundee.
Changes to Worker-Protection Standards Regulations
October 5, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auburn, NY
A number of significant changes to the federal Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides (WPS) will go into effect on January 2, 2017. These changes will affect farms, greenhouses, nurseries, forests, and other establishments (including organic establishments) on which pesticides are used in the production of agricultural crops. If you use, supervise the use, or are responsible for the use of pesticides on such establishments, the Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) invites you to attend a WPS Mock Inspection.
Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology (CRAVE) Conference
November 2, 2016
8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
You are invited…
The annual CRAVE (Cornell Recent Advances in Viticulture and Enology) conference features 15 minute presentations by Cornell faculty, extension associates, and graduate students on current extension and research topics of their choice. For this year’s conference, we would like to invite you to log on for as little or as much time as you want to hear cutting-edge presentations about viticulture, enology, economics and more. Find out what Cornell Research and Extension faculty and staff have been up to this past year.
Agriculture Workforce Development Council's Labor Roadshow
November 15 - November 18, 2016
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Labor Roadshow Will Help Clarify Labor Regulations
A stable, well-trained workforce is the lifeblood of agriculture. The Agriculture Workforce Development Council (AWDC) was formed to raise awareness of on-going labor issues and to bring resources to farm operators so they can adopt best practices. Even well managed operations can struggle with understanding and filtering the multitude of legal and regulatory requirements associated with all aspects of managing a workforce.
AWDC will sponsor the labor roadshow, "Helping Agriculture Employers Stay Current on Employment Rules and Best Practices," at four locations across the state the week of Nov. 15. The full day program is specifically for farm owners and managers to gain tools and information to help their farm business attract and retain skilled workers.
December Pruning Workshop
December 2, 2016
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
The early registration price has been extended through November 30th!
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Informational Meeting on Changes to Worker Protection Standard
January 10, 2017
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.<div><br></div><div>The meeting will be held on January 23, 2017 from 1 PM- 2:30 PM</div><div><br></div><div>For details and registration, visit the Ontario County CCE <a href="http://www.cceontario.org/temp2.asp?id=Pesticide-education#Pesticide Worker Protection Standards Updates">page for this event.</a> </div>
Ontario County CCE Meeting on Changes to WPS
January 23, 2017
1 PM - 2:30 PM
Canandaigua, NY
Ontario County CCE is holding a meeting to update the public and farming community on the EPA's changes to the Worker Protection Standard.
For registration information, visit the Ontario County CCE page for this event.
March Pruning Workshop
March 10, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
Effective Vineyard Spraying workshop
March 16, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Geneva, NY
Pre-registration is closed. Limited registration will be accepted at the door tomorrow for $50/person. Please bring payment with you.
Dr. Andrew Landers will present this day-long course on the design and proper use of sprayers and associated equipment. Topics will include sprayer design, selection of nozzles and droplet size for different jobs, sprayer calibration, sprayer airflow characteristics, effective sprayer management, and precision spraying. Pesticide recertification credits will be available.New Worker Protection Standards Requirements
March 20, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pulteney, NY
New requirements under the federal Worker Protection Standards (WPS) went into effect this year that impact all farmers. Chris Wainwright, NY Dept of Environmental Conservation, will give a presentation about the new rules, and Dr. David Carlson with Thompson Health will cover the medical exam and respirator fit testing requirements in the WPS rules. Fit testing and medical evaluations will not be provided at this meeting.
There is no cost for the meeting, but registration is required.
Tailgate Meeting
April 25, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Watkins Glen, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place at Lakewood Vineyards (hosted by Dave Stamp) on Seneca Lake.
Tailgate Meeting
May 9, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Interlaken, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on May 9 at Airy Acres Vineyards in Interlaken.
Respirator Fit Test and Training
May 11, 2017
8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment
Penn Yan, NY
The Finger Lakes Grape Program will be hosting a team from Thompson Health for respirator fit testing and training. Growers may sign up for a 20 minute appointment. Thompson Health's standard fees for the service will apply.
For more information, contact the Finger Lakes Grape Program office at (315) 536-5134.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 23, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Prattsburgh, NY
The Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting is back this year! Come hear updates on disease and insect management, proper sprayer operation, the role of weather stations in pest management and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Vine Country Farms in Prattsburgh NY on May 23, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2017 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
June 7, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 7th at Fox Run Vineyard in Penn Yan.
Tailgate Meeting
June 20, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Canandaugia, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on June 20 at Barron's Pratt Barn Vineyard, in Canandaigua.
Tailgate Meeting
July 5, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hector, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 5 at Atwater Estate Vineyard in Hector NY.
Public Hearing Regarding Creation of a NY Grape Research Order
July 12, 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Geneva, NY
The Department of Ag & Markets will be holding a public hearing to receive input on the need for a Grape Research order in New York. Growers are encouraged to attend and to provide their input on this important issue.
Tailgate Meeting
July 18, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on July 18 at Keuka Lake Vineyards in Hammondsport.
Tailgate Meeting
August 1, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sodus, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 1 at Belle Terre Farm in Sodus.
NYS Wine Grape Growers Research Tour and Barbecue
August 2, 2017
1:00pm-9:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
The New York State Wine Grape Growers will hold their Summer Research Tour and BBQ on Wednesday, August 2.
EnoCert 101: Basic Viticulture & Enology
August 14 - August 15, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 15, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Penn Yan, NY
Our eighth tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 15 at Gridley Vineyards near Penn Yan, NY.
EnoCert 201: Wine Sensory Analysis and Description
August 16 - August 17, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Enocert 202: Tasting Room Sales Strategies
August 18, 2017
8:30am-4:30pm
Geneva, NY
Finger Lakes Grape Program Field Meeting
August 24, 2017
4:30pm-6:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
Over the past several years, we have had a few different talks by members of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program at our B.E.V. NY conference about their work using NDVI images and other technology to understand vineyard variability, and then using that information to improve management practices, including the incorporation of various mechanization tools.
Tailgate Meeting
August 29, 2017
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Our ninth and final tailgate meeting of 2017 will take place on August 29 at Lamoreaux Landing/Wagner Farms in Lodi, NY .
CleanSweepNY Collection Event
September 6 - October 8, 2017
The Fall 2017 CleanSweepNY pesticide collection event will be taking place the week of October 2nd in DEC Region 8, which includes the counties of Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates.
USDA Open House & Tour of the Grapes, Apples, and Tart Cherry Collections
September 16, 2017
9 - 11am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce our annual open house on September 16, 2017, Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
OSHA Forklift Course
September 28, 2017
9am - 1pm
King Ferry, NY
OSHA Outreach Authorized Trainer Jeff Hauser of Liftech Equipment Companies (Syracuse, NY) will be conducting a Forklift Certification Class at Treleaven on 9/28/2017 at 9 am. The class will take approximately 4 hours to complete and will be conducted using a sit down forklift truck. After completing the class, operators will receive OSHA forklift certification. Check out Liftech here: http://www.liftech.com/
EnoCert 203: Winery Safety and Sanitation
September 30 - November 30, 2017
Winery Safety and Sanitation is intended for all cellar personnel. Safety and sanitation are often overlooked in winemaking courses, but are essential to the production of high quality-and more importantly, LEGAL-wines. In this digital learning course, participants will learn to identify and address safety hazards, the role of OSHA and other regulatory bodies, the principles behind a safe and effective sanitation strategy, and common areas of contamination in a winery setting.
December Pruning Workshop
December 8, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Penn Yan, NY
Learn how to prune grapevines with Cornell Cooperative Extension! This hands-on class will get you sharpening your skills out in the Finger Lakes Teaching and Demonstration Vineyard, so dress warmly, bring your shears, and be ready to put your new pruning prowess into practice.
2018 Pesticide Training and Re-certification Series
February 5 - March 5, 2018
7:00 pm-9:00 pm (Exam 6:30 pm- 11:00 pm)
Canandaugia, NY
Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification and meets the DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience / education requirements OR current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. 2.5 recertification core credits will be available for each class.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 19, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
Core Training for Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
February 22, 2018
1:00 pm- 5:00pm
Penn Yan, NY
This course will cover the information needed to take the private pesticide applicator core exam with break-out sessions available for select category training. Private certification covers a person applying restricted use pesticides to property that they or their employer owns or rents. This is not a 30-hour course.
B.E.V. NY 2018
February 28 - March 2, 2018
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Henrietta, NY
Northern Grapes Project Webinar: Implementing NEWA Weather and Pest Model Information.
April 10, 2018
12pm
The NEWA weather network has brought disease and insect forecasting models to grape producers in New York for the past 20+ years. NEWA's expansion to Midwestern and New England states now offers producers in these states access to the same forecasting models. Find out how you can use NEWA to improve your insect and disease management practices.
Webinar: Automated Evaluation of Grape Breeding Progeny to Reduce the Phenotyping Bottleneck
April 19, 2018
2:00 PM
Learn how VitisGen researchers are developing methods of more rapidly and objectively screening mapping populations. This webinar is presented as part of the VitisGen2 project.
Tailgate Meeting
May 1, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Bluff Point, NY
Our first tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place at Simmons Vineyard (hosted by Daren and Julie Simmons) on Keuka Lake.
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
May 15 - May 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Canandaigua, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates
New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Finger Lakes Spring Grape IPM Meeting
May 15, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lodi, NY
Come hear updates on weed and insect management, and more, and then enjoy dinner and social time with fellow growers.
This year's meeting will be held at Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery in Lodi, NY on May 15, 2018 from 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Dinner will be provided, so registration is required. There is no charge for 2018 FLGP enrollees.
Tailgate Meeting
May 29, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Naples, NY
Our second tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on May 29 at Randall Standish Vineyards in Naples.
Tailgate Meeting
June 12, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Dundee, NY
Our third tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 12th at Harry Humphreys Farm in Dundee.
Tailgate Meeting
June 26, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Geneva, NY
Our fourth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on June 26 at Ravines Wine Cellar, in Geneva.
Tailgate Meeting
July 10, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Hammondsport, NY
Our fifth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 10 at Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, NY
DEC Region 8 Fit Testing
July 16 - July 17, 2018
Call for an Appointment
Dundee, NY
Counties served: Chemung, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Heath (NYCAMH) is please to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2018.
During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant training's on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.
Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers;can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and training's are available in both English and Spanish.
If you are unable to attend the clinic in your DEC region you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.
Tailgate Meeting
July 24, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
North Rose, NY
Our sixth tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on July 24 at Smith Brothers Farm in North Rose.
Tailgate Meeting
August 7, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Burdett, NY
Our seventh tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 7 at Hobbs/Selbach Vineyard in Burdett.
Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Summer Growers' Conference
August 15, 2018
9 am-3:30 pm
Portland, NY
Tailgate Meeting
August 21, 2018
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ovid, NY
Our eighth tailgate, and final tailgate meeting of 2018 will take place on August 21 at Hosmer Winery near Ovid, NY.
FLGP Field Meeting
August 28, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Lodi, NY
Dr. Justine Vanden Heuvel and the FLGP will be presenting information from some recent projects. Topics will include differential harvesting based on NDVI imaging, mycorrhizal fungi to improve root function in grapevines, under-vine cover crops, and site and clone influences on Riesling. We will present research wines from both the differential harvest and clonal projects during the meeting as well.
USDA-ARS Apple, Grape, and Tart Cherry Germplasm Collection Tour
September 15, 2018
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Geneva, NY
The Clonal collection of Plant Genetic Resources Unit, USDA-ARS, Geneva, NY is pleased to announce the annual tour on September 15, 2018, Saturday (Third Saturday of September every year) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
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