Conference Program
HOLIDAY INN75 NORTH STREET, AUBURN, NEW YORK
NOFA-NY, Inc.249 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620Phone: (585) 271-1979 • Fax: (585) [email protected]
2 www.nofany.orgNOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
Risk Management AgencyThis institution is an equal opportunity provider.
www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE 3
Your Weekly Connection to Agriculture
17 September 2012Section
One of Three
Volume 41
Number 39
$1.99
Farm News • Equipment for Sale • Auctions • Classifieds
Beyond precision
feeding ~ A5
AuctionsC1
ClassifiedsB18
Dairy & DHIAA9
Farmer to Farmer A10
Fellowship of
Christian Farmers B10
Columnists
Paris Reidhead
Crop Comments A6
Lee Mielke
Mielke Market Weekly A18
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation,
by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present
your requests to God. ~ Philippians 4:6
INSERTS: (in some areas)
Country Folks Marketplace
Dairy is a family tradition
at the Fonda Fair ~A2
Feature Articles
From Bats to Biodiesel, Vineyard Saves Energy . . .Page 5
Introducing the Japanese Paperpot Planter . . . . . . .Page 7
Getting Started with Sheep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 8
Making a Living with 12 Cows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11
Supplement to Country Folks
FALL 2010
SMALL FARM QUARTERLY
Good Living and Good Farming – Connecting People, Land, and Communities
SMALL FARM QUARTERLY
Good Living and Good Farming – Connecting People, Land, and Communities
April 2012Volume 21Number 4
Serving All Aspects of Commercial Horticulture
Classifieds B19
Irrigation A20
Sustainable/Organic B9
$2.50
EasternEdition
Section Oneof Two
Greenhouse • Nursery • Garden Center • Fruit & Vegetable • Farm Markets • Landscapers • Christmas
Today’s Marketing B5
Organic farmers discussstrategies for weed
management ~ Page B9
nserts (in some areas)Greenstar Farm MarketNorthern Tool • Wessels
GROWER
Kuhn Orchards ~ Sustainablepractices for a sustainable future
~ Page A2
WeeklyDairy,
Livestock, Field Crops
MonthlyOrchard,
Greenhouse,Nursery,Farmer’sMarket
QuarterlyAgriculture
andOrganicFarming
Growing & Farming News • Market Reports • Auction Listings • Equipment, Supplies & Suppliers • Farming Technologies & Innovations
Local Coverage • Advertising Opportunities
LEE PUBLICATIONSPO Box 121 • 6113 State Highway 5 • Palatine Bridge, NY 13428
800-218-5586 • 518-673-3237 • Fax: 518-673-2381Visit us online at www.leepub.com • [email protected]
Growing & Farming News • Market Reports • Auction Listings • Equipment, Supplies & Suppliers • Farming Technologies & Innovations
Local Coverage • Advertising Opportunities
Supporting the Organic Farming and Growing CommunitiesThroughout the Northeast
Prog
ram
des
ign:
Dav
id F
ord,
Art
ist M
edia
Eye
• Co
ver p
hoto
: Rac
hel L
odde
r
PROGRAM CONTENTSWelcome 3
Interested in Organic? 4
Keynote 6
Field Crop Workshops 7
Dairy Workshops 9
Business Workshops 11
Presenter Directory 12
Tradeshow Directory 13
Schedule at a Glance 15
Site Map 15
Conference Sponsors 16
Welcome to the Th ird Annual NOFA-NY Organic Dairy and
Field Crop ConferenceTh ank you for joining us for a fan-
tastic day of learning, sharing and
networking. Today’s conference pro-
gram will be a great opportunity to
learn from experienced presenters as
well as from each other. For many of
us this conference will be a chance to
connect with old friends and an op-
portunity to make new ones. As we
come together, remember to reach
out and provide encouragement to
those interested in transitioning to
organic farming. It’s our community
that gives us strength!
Our Organic Dairy and Field Crop
Conference would not be possible
Kate Mendenhall Bethany Wallis
Executive Director Dairy & Livestock Coordinator
W E L C O M E
without the eff ort and support of a
large team of people, including our
presenters, sponsors, food donors,
staff , and the hardworking crew at
the Holiday Inn. We’d like to extend
a big thank you to everyone who has
worked to put this conference togeth-
er. To those businesses and organiza-
tions who have lent fi nancial support
to this year’s Organic Dairy and Field
Crop Conference, we would also like
to say a hearty thank you.
NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE www.nofany.org4
FF-318(0313)
Vincent DaleyIslip Terrace(631) 277-7770
Bruce PorterBatavia(585) 343-5010
David WymanFayetteville(315) 637-0284
Bill BurkeAlbany(518) 431-5555
Richard AgostinoniHarriman(845) 738-8801
Enduring relationships with our clients have resulted in a
mutual respect that lies at the heart of how we do business.
To learn more about Farm Family’s Agribusiness Insurance Solutions and to find an agent in your area,
please contact one of our general agents:
Protecting What You Value Most
AU T O | H O M E | L I F E | FA R M
www.farmfamily.com
All coverages are subject to the terms and conditions of the policy in the year of its issue. Products may vary by state. Certain products may not be available in all states. Property/casualty products offered by Farm Family Casualty Insurance Company and United Farm Family Insurance Company. Home Offices: Glenmont, New York.
Proud Sp
onsor
of NOFA
-NY 20
14
NOFA-NY Certifi ed Organic,
LLC is USDA and ISO65 accred-
ited to provide organic certifi ca-
tion for farmers and processors in
the United States. We are New York
State’s largest and most experienced
certifi er and our program is coordinat-
ed by a dedicated, farmer-friendly staff . Trained inspectors are
hired to visit the farms and processing operations. NOFA-NY
Certifi ed Organic, LLC is a subsidiary of NOFA-NY, Inc., a non-
profi t educational organization. Our goal is to maintain the
highest level of organic integrity while caring about our farm-
ers and handlers.
Contact NOFA-NY Certifi ed, LLC:
NOFA-NY Certifi ed Organic, LLC40 Upper Front StBinghamton NY 13905
Phone: (607) 724-9851 • www.nofany.org
Interested in Organic Production?We Can Help!
S U P P O R T I N G F A R M E R S
www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE 5
J O I N N O F A - N Y !
NOFA-NY MEMBERSHIP
While at the conference consider be-
coming a member of NOFA-NY or renew-
ing your membership. Your membership
donation enables us to provide programs
and services that help local, organic and
sustainable farmers; connect consum-
ers with these farmers; and advocate
policies that support a sustainable food
and farm system. No one person can do
this work alone. Only by joining togeth-
er as farmers, consumers, gardeners, and
businesses can we grow a strong local or-
ganic movement.
We’ve changed our membership struc-
ture. You can now become a member at
a level that refl ects the value you place
on the work we do to promote New York
State organic farmers and local healthy
food.
I f you’re a l ready a member of
NOFA-NY, we thank you for your sup-
port. It’s been through the generous sup-
port of thousands of members like you
that NOFA-NY has been able to success-
fully lead a growing local organic move-
ment in New York State since 1983.
Help Grow a Strong Local Organic Movement in New York State:
Join NOFA-NY!
With your membership donation, you will receive the following:• A one-year subscription to New York
Organic News, a one-of-kind quarterly 40-page news magazine that includes feature stories, regular columns and departments;
• A one-year subscription to Th e Natural Farmer, a quarterly publication of NOFA Interstate Council that contains a 16 to 24 page pull out supplement on a particular crop or topic relevant to organic farming; and
• Our Annual Organic and Local Food and Farm Guide, the most comprehensive listing of organic and sustainable farms in New York State.
• Your membership in NOFA-NY also allows you to vote at our annual meeting and help guide the direction of the organization.
NOFA-NY249 Highland Ave, Rochester, NY 14620(585) 271-1979 • www.nofany.org
6 www.nofany.orgNOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
It starts with soil. When you balance your soil for proper nutrition, you end up with a good source of feed to maximize your herd’s genetic potential. Think of the possibilities. We’ll show you how. Learn more at MidwesternBioAg.com or call 800.327.6012.
BETTER GRAZING
KE
YN
OT
EK
EY
NO
TE
K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R
FEATURED KEYNOTE SPEAKERGary ZimmerBuilding Your Solid Ground
Th e most valuable possession a farmer can
invest in is his or her soil. Join us to hear
keynote speaker Gary Zimmer discuss how
you can build healthy, sustainable soils for
your farm. Gary is recognized international-
ly for his commitment to improving farming
through soil restoration. Raised on a Wiscon-
sin dairy farm, Gary studied dairy nutrition,
earning a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wiscon-
sin and a master’s degree from the University of Hawaii. In
addition, he has years of hands-on farming experience. As a
young farmer, he began asking questions about the soil and
how it relates to healthy and productive plants, which lead
him to read Th e Albrecht Papers. For the past 25 years, Gary
has evaluated farming practices as a consultant, as a farm-
er on his family’s farm, and as President of Midwestern Bio-
Ag, a biological farming consulting company located in Blue
Mounds, Wisconsin. For his keynote address, Gary will dis-
cuss how healthy soils will produce healthy plants for healthy
livestock and healthy humans and how you can balance your
soils to mitigate the risks of extreme weather patterns and
maintain overall production during inclement conditions.
7www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
A D V E R T I S E M E N T • A D V E R T I S E M E N T
A D V E R T I S E M E N T • A D V E R T I S E M E N T
FarmCreditEast.com
Farm Credit East Congratulates Family Farm
On the Road to OrganicCobblestone Valley Farm: 2012 NOFA-NY Farmers of the Year
Last year, NOFA-NY recognized Cobblestone Valley Farm as a state leader in organic farming. However, for the Knapp family, reach-ing that status was a long row to hoe and required a financial partner like Farm Credit East.
Throughout the the three-year transition process, the Knapp family relied on their partnership with Farm Credit East
to bridge the financial gap. “Farm Credit East has the same attitude as a farmer would have, and never pushed us with a hard sell,” said Maureen. Farm Credit East loan officer Jay Bana shares Maureen’s enthusiasm for their work together. “We really respect what the Knapps do,” said Jay. “And we love working with farms that are committed to running unique, successful operations.”
During a period of drought, the Knapps found themselves facing a cash crush. In addition to providing lending assistance, Jay helped the family think strategically. “Jay was very consulta-tive,” said Maureen. “He asked us questions that got us thinking along different lines, which was incredibly helpful in our overall approach.”
Maureen and her family also rely on Farm Credit East for their appraisal and tax preparation services. “Every time I work with them, I get the sense that they’re in this with us,” said Maureen. “It’s nice to have a partner like that.”
Maureen Knapp of Cobblestone Valley Farm
FIE
LD
C
RO
PS
FIE
LD
C
RO
PS
W O R K S H O P T R A C K I
EFFECTIVELY MANAGING COVER CROPSFarmers use cover crops for multiple reasons. Th e North-
east region with its widely varying climate presents unique
challenges in managing the diff erent cover crop species for
goals such as nitrogen contributions, weed suppression, ero-
sion control and capturing manure nutrients. In this inter-
active workshop, Norm Conrad of NCAT will focus on the
cultural and physical management needed to maximize cover
crop use in the Northeast.
:–:am, Cayuga
WHEAT: Systems for SuccessFrom the rolled oats in the Breakfast of Champions to
pure grain alcohol, Log City Milling and Lake Distilling have
raised the value of regional grains for decades. Join us in
hearing David Smith recount his journey with value added
grains from fi eld to fl ask—he has done it all. Discover mar-
keting options and what the future of regional grain produc-
tion might bring to your table.
:am–:pm, Cayuga
MINERALIZED BALANCED AGRICULTUREGary Zimmer, president of Midwestern BioAg, will lead
this advanced-level workshop on balancing minerals in your
soils. Learn how to read soil tests to determine the key min-
erals to focus on when balancing soils, how to develop a farm
plan to address soil defi ciencies and improve crop and live-
stock systems, and how to best utilize your farm nutrients
for optimal production and performance.
:–:pm, Cayuga
INNOVATIVE CROPPING SYSTEMSParticipants will learn about innovative cropping practic-
es that use ecological phenomena to increase soil health and
cropping system resilience. Matt Ryan, Jeff Liebert and
K. Ann Bybee-Finley will share the results from 2013 Cor-
nell University fi eld experiments. Th ey will discuss general
weed management and soil health principles and recent re-
search on drought tolerant summer annual forage crops mix-
tures and cover crop based organic rotational no-till soybean
production.
:–:pm, Cayuga
8 www.nofany.orgNOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
9www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
www.horizonorganic.com
Peter Slaunwhite (Northern and Eastern New York) 315-272-3218
Steve Rinehart (Western New York) 917- 797- 9058
Horizon® is Seeking New Farmer Partners for the #1 Organic Milk Brand*
WANTED: ORGANIC
DAIRY FARMERS
©20
13 H
ori
zon
. Ph
oto
by
Ker
i Pic
kett
Katmoon Hollow Dairy, Delhi, NY
©20
Find us on , and
DA
IR
YD
AIR
Y
RAISING HEALTHY CALVES AND REPLACEMENTS FOR ORGANIC DAIRY
Raising healthy replacements is critical for the sustainabil-
ity of all dairy farms. Learn from Dr. Guy Jodarski, a veteri-
narian for CROPP Cooperative, about calf health and systems
that produce high quality replacements on organic dairies.
Calf nutrition, rearing systems and parasite control will be
covered.
:–:am, Seneca
MAKING HIGH QUALITY MILKJoin Horizon National Milk Quality Award Winner Steve
Galens of Galens Homestead Acres to learn how to main-
tain high quality milk. Steve will share on-farm manage-
ment practices, monitoring tools and tips on how to receive
the highest dollar for your milk. Also learn how to recognize
mastitis strains, source organic treatments and implement
preventative measures to reduce future mastitis fl are ups and
maintain optimal bacteria levels.
:am–:pm, Seneca
FAST FOOD FOR COWS: Why Hay in a Day Is Bett er
Top quality hay is essential whether you are feeding cows
or selling your hay. Making hay in a day packs more energy
and TDN hay into a consistent bale than delayed harvest, but
requires optimum planning and timing. Hear from experi-
enced farmer Dave Johnson of Provident Farms as he covers
equipment, fi eld operations and timing to make hay in a day.
Dave and Norm Conrad of NCAT will look at forage quality
tests to demonstrate the advantages of fast food.
:–:pm, Seneca
BUILDING HEALTHY SYSTEMS FOR ORGANIC DAIRY PRODUCTION
Promoting health through good practices—soils and
agronomy, nutrition and grazing—is the key to preventing
disease, supporting production and enhancing profi tabili-
ty. Th is session will focus on holistic management for organ-
ic dairies and Dr. Guy Jodarski, a veterinarian for CROPP
Cooperative, will outline how to “build” healthy systems that
are sustainable.
:–:pm, Seneca
W O R K S H O P T R A C K I I
10 www.nofany.orgNOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
♦ Albert Lea Seed is a MCIA certified organic processor ♦
ORGANIC and CONVENTIONAL Viking Corn & Soybeans, Small Grains & Alfalfa
Red & White Clovers, Hay & Pasture Grasses Cover Crops & Annual Forages, Garden Seed & Sweet Corn
Regional Dealer: Lakeview Organic Grain ♦ Penn Yan, NY ♦ 315-531-1038
Contact us for a free catalog! 800-352-5247 ♦ www.alseed.com
Leaders of all natural and organic acceptable livestock supplements, fertilizers and
soil amendments.
Leaders of all natural and organic acceptable livestock supplements, fertilizers and
soil amendments.The Fertrell Company • Bainbridge, PA 17502
800-347-1566 • www.fertrell.com
CORN | PURAMAIZE | SOYBEANS | SUNFLOWERS | ALFALFA | SUDANGRASS | RED CLOVER
www.blueriverorgseed.com800.370.7979
“The 53L96 was 10'-12' talland silage had high grain content."— Tim Christensen, Penn Yan, NY
PLANT ORGANIC. FARM BETTER.
11www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE
BU
SIN
ES
S M
AN
AG
EM
EN
TB
US
IN
ES
S M
AN
AG
EM
EN
T
KEEPING “FAMILY” IN THE FAMILY FARMMike and Gayle Th orpe of Th orpe’s Organic Family Farm
and their children describe what each person does on this di-
verse farm and how everyone works together to thrive in-
dividually and collectively as a family. Learn how Mike and
Gayle have expanded their operation by transitioning addi-
tional land and creating new farm enterprises to provide op-
portunities for leadership/ownership in the family business.
Join us as we explore how to build an organic farm business
that can support your family and allow it to grow.
:am–:pm, Seward
FARM BILL UNRAVELED AGAINLiana Hoodes of the National Organic Coalition (NOC)
and Eric Ooms of NY Farm Bureau will discuss the impact of
the newly-passed Farm Bill on organic agriculture and food
policy in the United States. As Executive Director of NOC, Li-
ana Hoodes represents our concerns in Washington, DC. Eric
Ooms is the Vice President of New York Farm Bureau and a
partner in Adrian Ooms & Sons Inc. dairy farm in Kinder-
hook, NY. Eric will explain dairy policy in the Farm Bill and
what it means for farmers. Bring your questions, thoughts,
and concerns to what promises to be an informative and
stimulating workshop.
:–:pm, Seward
PROFITABLE FEEDING OF ORGANIC DAIRY COWS
Finding the feeding program that optimizes both milk pro-
duction and profi t can be a challenge, especially in organics.
Karen Hoff man of the USDA Natural Resources Conserva-
tion Service will lead a workshop that covers various supple-
mental feeding strategies to meet those goals during both the
grazing season and the winter feeding period and helps you
to determine your profi t point.
:–:pm, Seward
W O R K S H O P T R A C K I I I
NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE www.nofany.org12
2014 CONFERENCE PRESENTERS KEYNOTE SPEAKERGary ZimmerMidwestern BioAg10955 Blackhawk Dr. Blue Mounds, WI 53506 [email protected]
Gary ZimmerMidwestern BioAg10955 Blackhawk Dr. Blue Mounds, WI 53506 (800) [email protected] Balanced AgricultureMatt RyanCornell University515 Bradfi eld Hall Ithaca , NY 14853 (607) 255-4964 [email protected] Cropping SystemsJeff LiebertCornell University505 Bradfi eld Hall Ithaca, NY 14853(607) [email protected] Cropping SystemsK. Ann Bybee-FinleyCornell University521 Bradfi eld HallIthaca, NY 14853(304) [email protected] Cropping Systems
Track II:DAIRYDr. Guy Jodarski204 W. 1st St. Neillsville, WI 54456(715) 937-3078guy.jodarski@organicvalley.coopwww.organicvalley.coopRaising Healthy Calves and Replacements for
Organic DairyBuilding Healthy Systems for Organic Dairy
ProductionSteve GalensGalens Homestead Acres3023 Taylor RdClifton Springs, NY 14432315-462-5178galens@fl tg.netwww.galenshomesteadacres.blogspot.comMaking High Quality Milk
Dave Johnson Provident Farm1254 Blacks Creek Rd. Liberty, PA 16930(570) [email protected] Food for Cows: Why Hay in a Day is
BetterNorm ConradNational Center for Appropriate
Technology (NCAT)900 Rutter Avenue Suite 16 Forty Fort, PA 18704(570) [email protected] Food for Cows: Why Hay in a Day is
Better
Track III:BUSINESS MANAGEMENT:Michael and Gayle Th orpeTh orpe’s Organic Family Farm12866 Rt. 78 East Aurora, NY 14052 (716) [email protected] Keeping “Family” in the Family FarmLiana HoodesNational Organic Coalition (NOC)3440 State Route 52 Pine Bush, NY 12566 (914) 443-5759Liana@NationalOrganicCoalition.orgwww.nationalorganiccoalition.orgFarm Bill Unraveled AgainEric OomsNew York Farm Bureau159 Wolf RoadPO Box 5330Albany, NY 12205(518) [email protected] www.nyfb.org Farm Bill Unraveled AgainKaren Hoff manUSDA Natural Resources
Conservation Service99 North Broad St Norwich, NY 13815(607) 334-4632karen.hoff [email protected] table Feeding of Organic Dairy Cows
P R E S E N T E R S
Track I: FIELD CROPSNorm ConradNational Center for Appropriate
Technology (NCAT)900 Rutter Avenue Suite 16 Forty Fort, PA 18704(570) [email protected] ectively Managing Cover CropsDave SmithLake Distilling2187 Townline RdKing Ferry, NY 13081(315) [email protected]: Systems for Success
www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE 13
S P O N S O R S & V E N D O R S
2014 SPONSORS & TRADESHOW VENDORSAlbert Lea SeedMatt Leavitt1414 W Main StPO Box 127Albert Lea, MN [email protected] River HybridsErika Brodersen27087 Timber RdKelly, IA 50134800-370-7979info@blueriverseed.comwww.blueriverorgseed.comSILVERCountry Folks NewspapersRichard Barrett6113 State Hwy 5Palatine Bridge, NY [email protected] Marketing ServicesSara Barth5001 Brittenfi eld PkwySyracuse, NY 13057800-654-8838 ext. [email protected]
Farm Credit EastKristie Schmitt240 South RdEnfi eld, CT 06082800-562-2235kristie.schmitt@farmcrediteast.comwww.farmcrediteast.comGOLD Farm Family Insurance CompaniesJustine TrussoPO Box 656Albany, NY 12201800-THE-FARMjustine_trusso@farmfamily.comwww.farmfamily.comPLATINUMFood Not Fracking
(TCI/Sane Energy Project)Clare Donohue459 Columbus Ave, Unit 512New York, NY [email protected]
Green Mountain Feeds, IncTam MillerPO Box 505Bethel, VT [email protected] MachineryClyde Morter14213 Washington StWoodstock, IL [email protected] neweeder.com
Horizon OrganicPeter Slaunwhite12002 Airport WyBroomfi eld, CO 80021303-635-4574robyn.nick@whitewave.comwww.horizondairy.comPLATINUMKing’s AgriSeedsRod Porter4254 W Seneca RdTrumansburg, NY 14886607-227-0836rodporter@kingsagriseeds.comwww.kingsagriseeds.com
Kreher EnterprisesDuwayne GrabenstatterPO Box 410Clarence, NY [email protected]
Lakeview Organic GrainMary Howell Martens119 Hamilton Pl, Box 361Penn Yan, NY 14527315-531-1038mh@lakevieworganicgrain.comwww.lakevieworganicgrain.comGOLDLancaster Ag ProductsDaniel Hoover60 N Ronks RdRonks, PA 17545717-687-9222SILVERMidwestern BioAgGary Zimmer10955 Blackhawk DrBlue Mounds, WI 53506800-327-6012rgzimmer@mhtc.netwww.midwesternbioag.comSILVERNature’s Best Organic FeedsDean SchuelkePO Box 38Kreamer, PA [email protected]
National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)
Norm Conrad900 Rutter Ave, Ste 16Forty Fort, PA [email protected]
NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE www.nofany.org14
Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Alliance
Liz Bawden30 Keets RdDeerfi eld, MA [email protected] Center for Agricultural
Medicine & HealthTodd FiskeOne Atwell RdCooperstown, NY [email protected]
Organic Valley/CROPPAlie HubingOne Organic WyLaFarge, WI 54639608-625-7795alie.hubing@organicvalley.coopwww.organicvalley.coopPLATINUM
Paradise Energy SolutionsJoseph Zietz3700 Rte 14Himrod, NY 14842845-663-6278jzietz@paradiseenergysolutions.comwww.paradiseenergysolutions.com
Principal Financial GroupKevin Faatz200 Salina Meadows Pkwy, Ste 100Syracuse, NY [email protected]
RangeLine Group LLCKevin Parr610 Salt RdWebster, NY [email protected]
SQM OrganicSam Carruth2727 Paces Ferry RdBldg 2, Ste 1425Atlanta, GA [email protected]
Th e Fertrell CoJeff MattocksPO Box 265Bainbridge, PA 17502717-367-1566jeff [email protected] Niagara Cooperative, IncMike Davis700 Ellicott St, Ste 2Batavia, NY 14020585-815-6820mdavis@upstateniagara.comwww.upstateniagara.comSILVERUSDA RMAGene Gantz2301 N Cameron StHarrisburg, PA [email protected]
S P O N S O R S & V E N D O R S
www.nofany.org NOFA-NY ORGANIC DAIRY AND FIELD CROP CONFERENCE 15
S C H E D U L E & S I T E M A P
NOFA-NY Organic Dairy and Field Crop Conference Agenda
Organic Dairy and Field Crop Conference Site Map
8–9am Registration
9–9:15am OPENING REMARKS
Track (I) Field Crops (II) Dairy (III) Business Management
9:30–10:45am
Eff ectively Managing Cover CropsRaising Healthy Calves & Replacements
for Organic DairyKeeping “Family” in the Family Farm
Mike & Gayle Th orpe & Family
Speakers Norm Conrad Dr. Guy Jodarski
10:45–11am
Break
11–12:15am
Wheat: Systems for Success Making High Quality MilkKeeping “Family” in the Family Farm
(continued)
Speakers Dave Smith Steve Galens Mike & Gayle Th orpe & Family
12:15–1:15pm
Lunch
1:30–2:15pm
KEYNOTE – Gary Zimmer
2:30–3:45pm
Mineralized Balanced AgricultureFast Food for Cows:
Why Hay in a Day Is BetterFarm Bill Unraveled Again
Speakers Gary Zimmer Dave Johnson & Norm Conrad Liana Hoodes
3:45–4pm Break
4–5:15pm Innovative Cropping SystemsBuilding Healthy Systems for Organic
Dairy ProductionProfi table Feeding of Organic Dairy Cows
Speakers Matt Ryan, Jeff Liebert & Ann Bybee-Finley Dr. Guy Jordarski Karen Hoff man
Lunch and Keynote (Ballroom)
Field Crop Track (Cayuga)
Dairy Track (Seneca)
Business Management Track (Seward)
Tradeshow (Courtyard)
Naturally Interested in Your Future
United States Department of Agriculture
Risk Management AgencyThis institution is an equal opportunity provider.
•• 2014 2014 •• CONFERENCE CONFERENCE
SPONSORSSPONSORS •• 2014 2014 ••
PLATINUMPLATINUM
GOLDGOLD
CORPORATECORPORATE
SILVERSILVER
PATRONPATRON