ORANGE COUNTY – The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster Counties is presenting an online class to teach people about pigs.
The online class, “PIGS! How to get Started,” on Thursday, June 4th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm via Zoom, an online platform.
This event is open to all with an interest in pigs, including FFA and 4-H members. Cornell will cover the basics of pig production, breed selection, production systems, herd management practices, cost of production, and basic marketing regulations and outlets. Attendees can participate via a computer or phone.
There is a registration fee of $5. Once you are registered, the Zoom link to participate in the class will be emailed to you. For more information, call Rachel at 845-344-1234 x258, e-mail ram72@cornell.edu or Michelle at mml249@cornell.edu. Please pre-register by Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at http://weblink.donorperfect.com/PIGSWEBINAR2020.
Cornell Cooperative Extension and its partnerships provide programs for Orange County residents on youth and family development; nutrition, health, and food safety; community and economic vitality; and agricultural sustainability through Cornell based research. Committed to Orange County, we design programs to meet local needs to enable people to improve their lives and communities. For more information call Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County at 845-344-1234 or visit our website at www.cceorangecounty.org.
