LIBERTY, NY — An educational workshop on livestock herd health management for farmers looking to develop agricultural knowledge will take place on Monday, July 20. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) will offer this program from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the CCESC Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd.

Dr. Kim Crowe, of Dr. Joe D’Abbraccio’s Catskill Veterinary Services, will present this opportunity for a dairy management update and Milk Quality Assurance Compliance with regulatory standards, including herd health protocols. Participants can gain a valuable understanding of best management practices meant to improve herd health and enhance milk and meat yields.

Crowe has advanced training in dairy herd health management and addressing diseases in dairy cows. He is a 2010 graduate of St. Matthew’s University and completed a field service residency at University of Pennsylvania. Currently, he is a faculty member at Vermont Tech in Randolph Center, VT.

The cost to attend is $10 per person or $5 per CCESC enrollee. Lunch is included, sponsored by Dr. D’Abbraccio.

Anyone can enroll in the CCESC association for an annual donation of $25 per household. Enrollees must identify membership status at time of payment in order to receive discounts.

Space is limited and pre-registration with non-refundable payment is required in advance. Seats are guaranteed only with payment. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit. Additional donations for CCESC programs are appreciated.

Visit www.sullivancce.org, email sullivan@cornell.edu or call 845/292-6180.