From Barn to Market:
A Workshop for NY Pork Producers

Join us for an evening packed with practical, evidence-based information to help you produce quality pork and strengthen your direct-to-consumer markets for a more profitable operation.

Admission is $10 per person and includes dinner.

What you'll learn


State of NY Pork

Get the latest industry data and insight into New York Pork Producer's mission from Executive Director Emma Kron, plus an introduction to the National Pork Checkoff.

Production Best Practices

Learn proper handling techniques, how feed and genetics impact carcass quality, and key biosecurity steps to protect your herd, with CCE Livestock Specialist Amy Barkley.

Marketing & Pricing Strategies

Discover how to price and market your pork effectively using real farmer's market and retail pricing data, with Matt LeRoux from Cornell’s Dyson School of Economics & Management.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your operation, this workshop will equip you with tools for long-term success.

November Dates & Locations

Program runs 5:30-8:30 at all locations


Monday, November 2

Hosted by CCE-Oneida Co. at Chadwicks American Legion Clonan Post, 3454 Oneida St., Chadwicks, NY

Contact: Marylynn Mattison-Collins, mrm7@cornell.edu

Tuesday, November 3

Hosted by CCE-Steuben Co. at Prattsburgh Fire Department, 13 Allis St., Prattsburgh, NY

Contact: Susan Walker, smw272@cornell.edu

Wednesday, November 4

Hosted by CCE-Niagara Co. at 4-H Training Center, 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport, NY

Contact: Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu

Thursday, November 5

Hosted by CCE-Cattaraugus Co., 28 Parkside Drive, Ellicottville, NY

Contact: Sheldon Kenyon, smk348@cornell.edu

December Dates & Locations

Program runs 5:30-8:30 at all locations


Monday, December 7

Hosted by CCE-Delaware Co. at Walton Agricultural Conservation Center, 44 West Street, Walton, NY

Contact: Rich Toebe, rrt43@cornell.edu

Tuesday, December 8

Hosted by CCE-Albany Co., 24 Martin Rd., Voorheesville, NY

Contact: Rachel Moody, ram72@cornell.edu

Wednesday, December 9

Hosted by CCE-Ulster Co., 232 Plaza Rd., Kingston, NY

Contact: Kathryn Brignac, klb339@cornell.edu

Thursday, December 10

Hosted by CCE-St. Lawrence Co., 2043B State Hwy 68, Canton, NY

Contact: Carmen Hostetter, crh248@cornell.edu

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