Successful dairy farms need leaders who have effective skills with people. The Agricultural Supervisory Leadership (ASL) Certificate Program offered by Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is a great way to learn those skills. Dairy managers, supervisors, and everyone aspiring to learn leadership should take advantage of an exciting scholarship opportunity to help pay for the ASL courses. Six online courses are offered in the ASL Program. Each course is made up of six weeks of instruction on topics aimed at building your leadership and management skills. Instruction includes a combination of prerecorded presentations, reading assignments, written exercises, live discussion sessions, and quizzes.
To get the most out of the course, students should plan to spend a minimum of two hours each week on combined course activities. Those who complete all six courses and achieve 70 percent or better on all weekly quizzes will receive an Agricultural Supervisory Leadership certificate.
Scholarship Opportunity for Dairy Producers
Thanks to the generous support from the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC), eligible participants can apply for a $100 scholarship to cover a portion of their registration fees. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must select "Dairy" when prompted about their industry during the registration process. Limited scholarship opportunities are available. Eligible participants must be from the states of: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Registration for two ASL courses remains open through November 8th:
ASL101: Transition to Supervisor This course is taught in English. The flagship online course, Transition to Supervisor, equips aspiring and new managers with essential leadership skills tailored for the agricultural industry. The course covers a range of crucial topics, including making the transition to supervisor, improving communication, understanding differences, managing conflict, leading a multicultural team, and building strong relationships. Visit https://agworkforce.cals.cornell.edu/agricultural-supervisory-leadership-certificate-program/ to learn more and register today.
ASL102-SP: Liderar para obtener resultados de calidad This course is taught in Spanish. Whether you are a manager with many years of experience looking for ways to improve your skills or you are just starting out and want to learn more, this “Leading for Quality Results” course will provide you with the tools you need to successfully lead your team and your farm. You will learn how to align your expectations with employee performance to achieve consistent excellence. You will discover techniques to delegate tasks efficiently, empowering your colleagues to be more independent and excel in their roles. Visit https://agworkforce.cals.cornell.edu/liderazgo-en-supervision-agricola/ to learn more and register today.
This comprehensive program is designed to equip agricultural professionals with essential supervisory skills that can significantly improve team dynamics, productivity, and overall farm management. By participating, you will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to address the unique challenges faced in the dairy industry.
How to Receive a Discount:
To receive the benefits of the scholarship and participate in this transformative program, when registering, ensure you select either “NYS Dairy” or “Northeast Dairy” in the industry question to qualify for scholarship consideration. The system will ask the registrant to select whether they are participating from within New York State, one of the NEBIC qualifying states, or a state outside of the Northeast region. Please note that this scholarship/discount is only available to those residing in: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership capabilities and make a positive impact on your farming operation. Apply today and take the next step toward becoming a more effective leader in the dairy industry!
For questions or more information, contact cu-agworkforce [at] cornell.edu
About Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is committed to fostering innovation and leadership in the agricultural sector. For more information visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/
About Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development
Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development’s mission is to help farms and agribusinesses build committed and effective teams who will carry out the important work of feeding the world. Agricultural work can be engaging and rewarding for everyone involved when effective human resource management practices are implemented. Program areas concentrate on management education, workforce regulation and compliance, expanding communication channels, and researching agricultural workforce challenges. Through initiatives like the Agricultural Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program, we aim to empower producers with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. For more information visit: https://agworkforce.cals.cornell.edu/
About the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
NE-DBIC serves 11 states in the Northeast, and is dedicated to supporting dairy businesses by providing resources, training, and innovative solutions to enhance profitability and sustainability. By partnering with Cornell, NE-DBIC aims to strengthen the leadership capacity within the dairy industry. For more information visit: https://nedairyinnovation.com/
