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Partnering with Melissa Davis, PCD/the Hub 

Farm business planning – resources and support with CCE Madison, the CNYDLFC team, and Partnership for Community Development 

Agritourism, Marketing, and growing your farm business 

Beginning a farm or transitioning from farming to garden 

Crop questions – vegetables and specialty crops – if we can’t answer, we’ll find the answer for you! 

Farmland access and protection

Coffee Conversations at the Wild Bunch Cafe

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Take a break from planting and grab a coffee with CCE Madison Crop questions – vegetables and specialty crops – if we can’t answer, we’ll find the answer for you!

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Board Member Meeting

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Attend a Board Meeting!At CCE Madison, we invite community members to attend our Board of Directors meetings. These meetings offer an opportunity to learn more about our programs, stay informed on local initiatives, and see how decisions are made that impact our community.We value transparency an...

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Looking to start or grow your roadside stand or farmstand? Join us to explore key considerations for getting started and strategies for growth. This workshop features an interactive panel with Kara Atwood and Joy’s Sourdough, sharing behind-the-scenes insights and real world roadside stand experience.

Roadside Stand Success

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Looking to start or grow your roadside stand or farmstand?

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Come lend a hand and learn along the way as we plant our Teaching Garden for the season.

Growing Together: Teaching Garden Planting Session

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Come lend a hand and learn along the way as we plant our Teaching Garden for the season.

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

Discover the World of Dahlias

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Dahlias offer incredible diversity in form and color and are a highlight of the summer and fall garden. This talk will cover dahlia selection, planting, care, and seasonal maintenance.

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Bring your pressure canners and have them calibrated before the season starts and ask questions and see what classes are coming up that you are interested in.

Preservation Series-Calibrate your Pressure Canner

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Bring your pressure canners and have them calibrated before the season starts and ask questions and see what classes are coming up that you are interested in.

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Madison County Solid Waste and Madison County Cooperative Extension are joining forces to host a composting workshop. Learn how turning food scraps and yard waste into compost can improve soil health and reduce waste. This session covers compost basics, what to add (and what to avoid), and simple tips to get started at home.

Composting Workshop

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Learn how turning food scraps and yard waste into compost can improve soil health and reduce waste.

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Partnering with Melissa Davis, PCD/the Hub 

Farm business planning – resources and support with CCE Madison, the CNYDLFC team, and Partnership for Community Development 

Agritourism, Marketing, and growing your farm business 

Beginning a farm or transitioning from farming to garden 

Crop questions – vegetables and specialty crops – if we can’t answer, we’ll find the answer for you! 

Farmland access and protection

Coffee Conversations-The Crusty Cup

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Take a break from planting and grab a coffee with CCE Madison Partnering with Brandy Colebrook, NY Agricultural Land Trust Farmland Protection – how does the process work and what can you do to protect and steward your farm to the next generation

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Madison County 4-H Horse Club

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

More information coming soon!

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CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop Production

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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As a life-long gardener and retired environmental engineer, Maggie Reilly is a master at blending art and science when creating beautiful and diverse landscapes.

Her presentation will focus on how to use native plants in traditional garden design to create outdoor spaces that are healthy, inspiring, and enriching. Maggie has been a speaker at the Hamilton Arboretum Speaker Series and local garden clubs. She is going to have a weekly spot, Maggie’s Minute, on "Along the Mohawk” podcast discussing native gardening. She is also Vice President of Wild Ones Mohawk Valley.

Wild Ones Presents: Native Landscapes and Your Garden: Growing Healthier Ecosystems at Home

Thursday, June 18, 2026

As a life-long gardener and retired environmental engineer, Maggie Reilly is a master at blending art and science when creating beautiful and diverse landscapes.

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The Ag Workforce Central Virtual Office Hour is a webinar series featuring Cornell experts and guest speakers on timely topics for the agricultural workforce. Virtual Office Hour offers participants the opportunity to access expert insights, practical strategies, and interactive discussions on topics such as regulatory compliance, leadership development, and fostering a culture of engagement within farm businesses.

Organizing Work for High-Quality Results

Friday, June 19, 2026

Organizing Work for High Quality Results teaches farm supervisors how to develop clear expectations and delegate effectively.

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​In collaboration with Crawford Farms, we’re excited to invite the community to experience one of New York’s leading Standardbred breeding and harness racing operations.

Crawfords Farm Tour

Saturday, June 20, 2026

​In collaboration with Crawford Farms, we’re excited to invite the community to experience one of New York’s leading Standardbred breeding and harness racing operations.

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Discover the joy of growing herbs right in your home. With just a few easy techniques, you can cultivate vibrant indoor herbs that elevate your cooking with bright, fresh flavor while helping you cut back on salt. Build your own indoor herb garden and enjoy fragrant greenery, delicious harvests, and a touch of nature throughout every season

Herbs for All Seasons Class

Monday, June 22, 2026

Build your own indoor herb garden and enjoy fragrant greenery, delicious harvests, and a touch of nature throughout every season.

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Board Member Meeting

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Attend a Board Meeting!At CCE Madison, we invite community members to attend our Board of Directors meetings. These meetings offer an opportunity to learn more about our programs, stay informed on local initiatives, and see how decisions are made that impact our community.We value transparency an...

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This program will help you learn the basics of Hot Water Bath Canning by demonstrating how to prepare and can a high-acid food.

Preservation Series-Introduction to Hot Water Bath Canning-Making Jams and Jellies

Saturday, July 11, 2026

This program will help you learn the basics of Hot Water Bath Canning by demonstrating how to prepare and can a high-acid food.

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Whether you have a front porch, back patio, balcony or sunroom, container gardens are the perfect place to grow healthy vegetables. They’re easy to maintain and can grow in everything from a recycled plastic tub to a wood or ceramic container. Step by step, we’ll show you how to get started.

Container Gardening Class

Monday, July 13, 2026

Whether you have a front porch, back patio, balcony or sunroom, container gardens are the perfect place to grow healthy vegetables.

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower Production

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

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Open Farm Day 2026

Saturday, July 25, 2026

On this special weekend, farms across Madison County open their doors to the public for tours, demonstrations, hands on activities, and opportunities to meet the farmers who grow and raise our food. Visitors can explore working farms, learn how food is produced, and experience agriculture up clos...

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Open Farm Day 2026

Sunday, July 26, 2026

On this special weekend, farms across Madison County open their doors to the public for tours, demonstrations, hands on activities, and opportunities to meet the farmers who grow and raise our food. Visitors can explore working farms, learn how food is produced, and experience agriculture up clos...

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Board Member Meeting

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Attend a Board Meeting!At CCE Madison, we invite community members to attend our Board of Directors meetings. These meetings offer an opportunity to learn more about our programs, stay informed on local initiatives, and see how decisions are made that impact our community.We value transparency an...

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Madison County Fair

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Each July, the Madison County Fair in Brookfield, New York brings together community, agriculture, and family fun for a week of exciting events and timeless fair traditions. In 2026, the fair runs from July 30-August 2, offering something for everyone... classic midway rides, livestock shows, agr...

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This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

Preservation Series-Pressure Canning Vegetables

Saturday, August 15, 2026

This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

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CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer Needs

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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The Great New York State Fair

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

The Great New York State Fair in Syracuse is one of the biggest celebrations of community, agriculture, creativity, and fun in the state! Running August 26 through Labor Day, September 7, 2026, this 13-day event brings fairgoers a spectacular mix of delicious food, thrilling rides, live entertain...

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Sourdough Class

Monday, September 14, 2026

​Learn all the steps for traditional sour dough making and take home your own sour dough starter kit with recipe included!

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CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Mischievous Mildews

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

Preservation Series-Canning Tomatoes and Salsa

Saturday, September 19, 2026

This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

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Board Member Meeting

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Attend a Board Meeting!At CCE Madison, we invite community members to attend our Board of Directors meetings. These meetings offer an opportunity to learn more about our programs, stay informed on local initiatives, and see how decisions are made that impact our community.We value transparency an...

Read more

This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

Preservation Series-Pressure Canning Meat

Saturday, October 17, 2026

This class will give you the confidence to continue pressure canning in your own home. Bring your questions and be prepared to help with the process.

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Redo of marketing banner

CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

Read more

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Forcing Tulips

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

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Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s Way

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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Board Member Meeting

Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Attend a Board Meeting!At CCE Madison, we invite community members to attend our Board of Directors meetings. These meetings offer an opportunity to learn more about our programs, stay informed on local initiatives, and see how decisions are made that impact our community.We value transparency an...

Read more

Redo of marketing banner

CCE Business Development & Marketing Zoom Series

Tuesday, December 15, 2026

Join CCE for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series!These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system,...

Read more

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

CCE Cut Flower Program Webinars-High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones

Wednesday, December 16, 2026

Join the CCE Cut Flower Program Work Team for webinars supporting both new and established cut flower operators.

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