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Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) puts knowledge to work in pursuit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability and social well-being.

Rooted in every county of the state, we bring local experience and research-based solutions together, helping New York state families and communities thrive in our rapidly changing world.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) connects communities with research from Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the College of Human Ecology to enrich and empower New York state neighbors, local businesses, towns and cities. With a presence in all New York state counties and the five boroughs of New York City, local CCE offices provide programming and resources tailored to the needs of their communities. To find the people, resources and opportunities in your area, contact or visit an office near you. 

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Angela Odoms-Young (second from left) at a community gardening event in Queens, N.Y.
Angela Odoms-Young (second from left) at a community gardening event in Queens, N.Y.

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A Christmas tree plot with a fresh dusting of snow.

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Cornell IPM and CCE help tree farms deck the halls sustainably
Christmas tree farming is more than a holiday tradition in New York; it’s a vital part of the state’s economy. Spanning more than 22,000 acres and generating up to $22 million in annual sales, the industry delivers festive cheer while sustaining...
  • Cornell AgriTech
  • Cornell Cooperative Extension
  • Cornell Integrated Pest Management
4-H member Nate de Jong on stage at Grow NY

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4-H and FFA youth get down to business at Grow-NY
Competing for a grand prize of $1,000, eight finalists took the stage to pitch food-system innovations at the Grow-NY Youth Competition November 13 in Canandaigua, New York. The event, held on the final day of Empire State Development’s Grow-NY...
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