From Barn to Market: A Workshop for NY Pork Producers
- Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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.
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 market and price your pork effectively using real pricing data and free tools, 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.
Admission is $10 per person and includes dinner.
Support for these workshops is provided by the Pork Checkoff and the National Pork Board.
Fee
$10
Register
https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=nyporkproducers_240
Contact
Carmen Hostetter
4-H & Commercial Livestock Educator
crh248@cornell.edu
315-379-9192 ext 224
Location
Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County
2043B State Highway 68
Canton, NY 13617
Last updated October 2, 2026