Our Mission

  • Connect to stakeholders
  • Identify and meet needs related to crop production, soil health, and integrated management of weeds, pests, and diseases
  • Provide resources in the form of trainings and field days, publications, and testing services

Resources

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Field Crops

Extension resources for field crops including corn, forages, small grains, and soybeans. Weather information, crop updates, and the quarterly publication "What's Cropping Up."

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New York Center for Organics Recycling and Education (NYCORE)

Statewide program that serves the public through research, outreach, education, training, and technical assistance, with a focus on organic residuals management.

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Weed Science

Weed identification and management resources to help you reduce the impact of these unwanted plants in fields, gardens, landscapes and ecosystems.

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Soil Health

Testing services, soil health manual and training and educational programs that go beyond soil fertility to include critical biological and physical aspects of soil.

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Natural and Working Lands

Helping farmers, forest owners, and landowners reduce greenhouse gases to address climate change, improve air and water, and support vibrant communities.

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Institute for Resource Information Sciences (IRIS)

IRIS integrates environmental information science and technology to support education and research with maps, aerial photos, satellite imagery, and other remotely sensed data.