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COMMISSIONER TO ADDRESS MAPLE PRODUCERS on the Future of Maple in New York State

By: Lutie Batt, Maple, Fruit and Horticulture Community Educator, Master Gardener Coordinator, CCE of Wyoming County

On Saturday January 16, 2010, New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker will be the keynote speaker for the WNY Maple School held at Letchworth Central High School, Gainesville, NY. This annual event is a regional educational conference for maple enthusiasts from beginners to the more experienced maple producers.

Attendees will have a choice of educational presentations, a trade exhibit, a hot sandwich lunch, and a great chance to casually exchange ideas with other maple producers. Experienced maple producers and hobbyists are all invited to attend. Guest speakers include experts from the maple industry, DEC, the Cornell Maple Program, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Wyoming County Tourist Promotion Agency, and the SBDC Outreach Center.

Topics planned for the workshops this year include: equipment operation and maintenance, new equipment, marketing, wildlife management, and more. Attendees will also learn about the Wyoming County Maple Producers' Association and the Western New York Maple Producers' Association.

Admission for the day's program has been kept at $10.00. The price includes attending workshops, equipment exhibit, and sandwich lunch.

Pre-registration is not required, but would be greatly appreciated to help us better plan program seating space and lunch. Pre-registration by Friday, January 8th is highly encouraged. Download details and a registration from for this conference here. Or stop down at the Cornell Cooperative Extension office at 401 North Main Street in Warsaw, NY. You can also call us at (585) 786-2251.

Letchworth Central School is located at 5550 School Road in Gainesville, NY. Participants will have several workshops to choose from for morning and afternoon sessions. Those pre-registering through the contacts above can review class choices before arriving at the school. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County provides equal program and employment opportunities.