Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Allegany County in conjunction with Cornell University Regional Grape Program staff is hosting an Introduction to IPM and Managing Vineyard Pests Workshop for existing and potential commercial grape growers. This half day program will be held Nov. 6th (Thursday) from 8:30-12:30. Luke Haggerty, Cornell Viticulture Extension Specialist and Tim Weigle, Cornell Statewide Grape IPM Specialist, will be presenting at the workshop. This is a regional workshop and interested parties from surrounding areas are encouraged to attend.
Topics will cover:
* how to select the best site for growing grapes,
* environmentally and economically sensible ways to protect crops from insects,
* selecting the grape varieties that will grow in your climate and,
* how to plant your grapes and establish the structure for their optimal growth.
Growers are encouraged to ask questions and actively participate in the course. NYSDEC pesticide credits have been applied for in categories 1a, 10, and 22.
Cost of the program is $15.00 per person or $25.00 for two people from the same farm/household. Pre-registration is required. If you are interested in signing up for this program, please contact Colleen Cavagna at 585-268-7644 ext. 12 or cc746@cornell.edu.
What: Introduction to IPM and Managing Vineyard Pests Workshop When: Nov. 6th (Thursday), 2014 Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension Belmont Office (5435A County Road 48, Belmont NY) Time: 8:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Cost: $15.00 per person or $25.00 for 2 people from the same farm/household. Pre-registration is required. Contact: Colleen Cavagna at cc746@cornell.edu or 585-268-7644 ext. 12.