Webinar Schedule and Participants' Guide
Webinar Dates
Live instruction for 2025 has concluded. You are welcome to enroll now to complete this course on a self-paced schedule and join our next live session in Winter 2026. All webinars are recorded and posted in your online classroom to watch anytime. Once enrolled in this course, you will retain access to all materials indefinitely and may return to participate in future live offerings of the course as well. Please join us!
To access the webinars during our next live session, you will simply need to click on the webinar join link that is posted in the Weekly Resources section of this course. This link only works on the appointed day and time for the webinar, so while you can try clicking it sooner, it won't open the webinar meeting for you.
You may also join our webinars from a mobile device by installing the official Zoom app from your preferred app store. Then, when it's time for a webinar, simply open your Zoom app and enter the 9-digit meeting ID that will be posted along with the webinar link.
Weekly Topics
Week 1: Field Scouting and Integrated Pest Management
This week we will discuss the importance of field scouting, insect pest identification and tools for sustainable management of common vegetable insect pests.
Week 2: Soil Fertility Management
This week we will discuss how to use soil tests and the vegetable guidelines to tailor your fertility program.
Week 3: Common Vegetable Diseases
This week we will discuss the common vegetable diseases in New York and their management.
Week 4: Weed Control Options
This week we will discuss weed management options including cultivation, mulching and flaming.
Week 5: Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
This week we will discuss the importance of harvest and post-harvest BMP's (best management practices) in vegetables.
Week 6: Selling your Product, Class Wrap Up and Final Questions
How to Join Zoom - Zoom Participant's Guide
Review the document below for more detailed instructions on how to use the webinar technology.