Oct 06, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County invites farmers, landowners, and individuals across New York State of all experience levels to attend a biweekly webinar series running noon to 1 p.m. starting Oct. 6 and ending Dec. 1. The schedule for the series is as follows: Oct. 6 - “Agricultural Assessment” with NYS Office of Real PropertyOct. 20 - “Land Use Zoning Explained” with Pace UniversityNov. 3 - “Land Conservation Programs Overview” with Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Broome County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Otsego Land TrustNov. 17 - “Designing a Land Lease for You” with Sam Rose (Cornell Small Farms Program)Dec. 1 - “Accessing State or County Owned Land” with Todd Hyman of Hylight Farms, NYS Office of General Services, Finger Lakes National Forest Grazing Program, and Wesley Daisley of Ontario County Department of Public WorksNote: Some sessions may run longer than the allotted time, depending on content. Individuals may select any or all of the sessions they wish to attend.This webinar series will provide individuals with practical information about accessing, conserving, using, and leasing land. The overall goal of this series is to help participants make more informed land-use decisions, identify resources, and better understand opportunities around increasing access to, and conserving, agricultural land. Professionals statewide will offer useful information as well as participate in a Question-and-Answer session at the end of each webinar. Prepare your questions and come ready to learn!

Oct 08, 2026, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Join us for our Annual Meeting on October 8th at Meier’s Creek Cazenovia.This gathering is an opportunity to reflect on the work happening across Madison County and the role local agriculture continues to play in our communities. Let's recognize the partnerships, and programs that support farms, families, and the future of agriculture in our county.We hope you’ll join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community.Event Details:October 8, 20265:30 PM to 9:00 PMMeier’s Creek CazenoviaPlease register in advance so we can plan for seating and dinner.

Oct 13, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

2nd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep dive into Agritourism Insurance

Oct 14, 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Knapweed has become a problem in NY. Whether you're a grazier, a hay producer, or a grassfed dairy producer, you've no doubt seen this plant, and you've probably seen it become more and more common in your hayfields and pastures. Join Cornell researchers and your fellow farmers as we take a walk through two of our field trial plots, where we'll see how soil fertility and cutting frequency/timing affect forage biomass production and knapweed competition. What worked well? What didn't? And is it economical?We'll discuss all of the above, we'll have lunch, and we'll have a soil health demonstration and discussion of your experiences and future directions for the project.Wednesday, Oct 1410:30 AM - 1 PM (Sign-in and refreshments begin at 10)Stone Quarry Art Park, 3883 Stone Quarry Rd, CazenoviaLunch includedFreeHosts/sponsors:Central NY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops regional team, CCENY Soil Health Program, Cornell CALSStone Quarry Art Park

Oct 17, 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm

We're excited to announce a series canning classes! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our series has something for everyone. Join us for one or all of the classes, each designed to help you preserve your harvest and enjoy delicious, home-canned goods all year long.This program will help you learn the basics of Pressure Canning by demonstrating how to prepare and can a low-acid food item (probably meat depending on what's available). Pressure canning is used in low-acid foods such as meats, green beans, squash and corn. 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.Betty Clark is a Master Preserver Volunteer with many years of experience with canning.

Oct 20, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. TOPICS & DATES:February 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Oct 20, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County invites farmers, landowners, and individuals across New York State of all experience levels to attend a biweekly webinar series running noon to 1 p.m. starting Oct. 6 and ending Dec. 1. The schedule for the series is as follows: Oct. 6 - “Agricultural Assessment” with NYS Office of Real PropertyOct. 20 - “Land Use Zoning Explained” with Pace UniversityNov. 3 - “Land Conservation Programs Overview” with Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Broome County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Otsego Land TrustNov. 17 - “Designing a Land Lease for You” with Sam Rose (Cornell Small Farms Program)Dec. 1 - “Accessing State or County Owned Land” with Todd Hyman of Hylight Farms, NYS Office of General Services, Finger Lakes National Forest Grazing Program, and Wesley Daisley of Ontario County Department of Public WorksNote: Some sessions may run longer than the allotted time, depending on content. Individuals may select any or all of the sessions they wish to attend.This webinar series will provide individuals with practical information about accessing, conserving, using, and leasing land. The overall goal of this series is to help participants make more informed land-use decisions, identify resources, and better understand opportunities around increasing access to, and conserving, agricultural land. Professionals statewide will offer useful information as well as participate in a Question-and-Answer session at the end of each webinar. Prepare your questions and come ready to learn!

Oct 20, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

3rd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 15: Produce Auctions: Are they right for me?October 20: Business Structures 101 with Coughlin & Gerhart, LLPNovember 17: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Oct 21, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.Registered participants will receive Zoom information by email.Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for Agricultural Leasing 101, a two-part online program covering the business and legal considerations of agricultural leasing. Whether you are a farmer looking to lease land or facilities, a landowner considering leasing agricultural property, or currently involved in a lease arrangement, this program will provide information and resources to help you make informed decisions.Each session will include approximately 45 minutes of presentation followed by 15 minutes for questions and discussion.October 21 | Agricultural Leasing FundamentalsPresented by Raevyn Saunders, Farm Business Management Specialist, Central NY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops TeamThis session will cover the fundamentals of agricultural leasing and considerations for developing an arrangement that works for both parties.Topics will include: Common types of agricultural leasesDetermining fair lease ratesCosts, responsibilities, maintenance, and improvementsConsiderations for both landowners and tenantsTools and resources for evaluating lease arrangementsOctober 28 | Legal Considerations for Agricultural LeasesPresented by Erika H. Hooker, Partner and Attorney, Bousquet Holstein PLLCThis session will focus on important legal considerations when developing and maintaining an agricultural lease agreement in New York.Topics will include: Building a clear lease agreementNew York legal considerationsLiability and insuranceRenewal, termination, and dispute resolutionCommon legal issues and when to seek legal counselMeet the PresentersRaevyn Saunders Farm Business Management Specialist, Central NY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops TeamRaevyn works with farmers across Central New York on farm business management topics including financial analysis, cost of production, business planning, risk management, and agricultural leasing. She provides one-on-one assistance and educational programming to help farmers evaluate business decisions and strengthen their farm operations.Erika H. Hooker Partner, Bousquet Holstein PLLCErika H. Hooker is a Partner in the Trusts and Estates and Agriculture Practice Groups at Bousquet Holstein PLLC. Erika is the lead attorney and advisor to large farms and agriculture businesses across New York state with intergenerational transfer, wealth preservation, and estate tax concerns. She has advised clients in multi-million-dollar farm sales and purchases, assisted and led the negotiation of renewable energy leases for farms, and overseen the transfer of major operations and ownership between several generations of family businesses.

Oct 21, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

October 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones

Oct 29, 2026, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Interested in producing Value-Added products in your home or commercial kitchen?  Come learn about the requirements for holding a Food Processing License or Home Processors Exemption. Contact Katie Livingston at ktl36@cornell.edu with questions Register at: https://bit.ly/4yWIuk4October 29th 5:30 PM - 6:30pm 100 Eaton Street, Morrisville 13408

Nov 03, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County invites farmers, landowners, and individuals across New York State of all experience levels to attend a biweekly webinar series running noon to 1 p.m. starting Oct. 6 and ending Dec. 1. The schedule for the series is as follows: Oct. 6 - “Agricultural Assessment” with NYS Office of Real PropertyOct. 20 - “Land Use Zoning Explained” with Pace UniversityNov. 3 - “Land Conservation Programs Overview” with Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Broome County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Otsego Land TrustNov. 17 - “Designing a Land Lease for You” with Sam Rose (Cornell Small Farms Program)Dec. 1 - “Accessing State or County Owned Land” with Todd Hyman of Hylight Farms, NYS Office of General Services, Finger Lakes National Forest Grazing Program, and Wesley Daisley of Ontario County Department of Public WorksNote: Some sessions may run longer than the allotted time, depending on content. Individuals may select any or all of the sessions they wish to attend.This webinar series will provide individuals with practical information about accessing, conserving, using, and leasing land. The overall goal of this series is to help participants make more informed land-use decisions, identify resources, and better understand opportunities around increasing access to, and conserving, agricultural land. Professionals statewide will offer useful information as well as participate in a Question-and-Answer session at the end of each webinar. Prepare your questions and come ready to learn!

Nov 04, 2026, 8:00am - 7:00pm

Hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team, the two-day conference will provide valuable educational opportunities, networking, and practical tools for individuals interested in developing, strengthening, or expanding agritourism enterprises.The conference will feature two educational tracks, more than 18 expert speakers, and representatives from New York’s agricultural and tourism industries. Attendees will gain insights into current trends, innovative business strategies, marketing opportunities, visitor engagement, and sustainable growth practices that support successful agritourism operations.

Nov 05, 2026, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team, the two-day conference will provide valuable educational opportunities, networking, and practical tools for individuals interested in developing, strengthening, or expanding agritourism enterprises.The conference will feature two educational tracks, more than 18 expert speakers, and representatives from New York’s agricultural and tourism industries. Attendees will gain insights into current trends, innovative business strategies, marketing opportunities, visitor engagement, and sustainable growth practices that support successful agritourism operations.

Nov 10, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

2nd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep dive into Agritourism Insurance

Nov 17, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County invites farmers, landowners, and individuals across New York State of all experience levels to attend a biweekly webinar series running noon to 1 p.m. starting Oct. 6 and ending Dec. 1. The schedule for the series is as follows: Oct. 6 - “Agricultural Assessment” with NYS Office of Real PropertyOct. 20 - “Land Use Zoning Explained” with Pace UniversityNov. 3 - “Land Conservation Programs Overview” with Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Broome County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Otsego Land TrustNov. 17 - “Designing a Land Lease for You” with Sam Rose (Cornell Small Farms Program)Dec. 1 - “Accessing State or County Owned Land” with Todd Hyman of Hylight Farms, NYS Office of General Services, Finger Lakes National Forest Grazing Program, and Wesley Daisley of Ontario County Department of Public WorksNote: Some sessions may run longer than the allotted time, depending on content. Individuals may select any or all of the sessions they wish to attend.This webinar series will provide individuals with practical information about accessing, conserving, using, and leasing land. The overall goal of this series is to help participants make more informed land-use decisions, identify resources, and better understand opportunities around increasing access to, and conserving, agricultural land. Professionals statewide will offer useful information as well as participate in a Question-and-Answer session at the end of each webinar. Prepare your questions and come ready to learn!

Nov 17, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. TOPICS & DATES:February 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Nov 17, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

3rd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 15: Produce Auctions: Are they right for me?October 20: Business Structures 101 with Coughlin & Gerhart, LLPNovember 17: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Nov 18, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

November 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones

Dec 01, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County invites farmers, landowners, and individuals across New York State of all experience levels to attend a biweekly webinar series running noon to 1 p.m. starting Oct. 6 and ending Dec. 1. The schedule for the series is as follows: Oct. 6 - “Agricultural Assessment” with NYS Office of Real PropertyOct. 20 - “Land Use Zoning Explained” with Pace UniversityNov. 3 - “Land Conservation Programs Overview” with Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Broome County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Otsego Land TrustNov. 17 - “Designing a Land Lease for You” with Sam Rose (Cornell Small Farms Program)Dec. 1 - “Accessing State or County Owned Land” with Todd Hyman of Hylight Farms, NYS Office of General Services, Finger Lakes National Forest Grazing Program, and Wesley Daisley of Ontario County Department of Public WorksNote: Some sessions may run longer than the allotted time, depending on content. Individuals may select any or all of the sessions they wish to attend.This webinar series will provide individuals with practical information about accessing, conserving, using, and leasing land. The overall goal of this series is to help participants make more informed land-use decisions, identify resources, and better understand opportunities around increasing access to, and conserving, agricultural land. Professionals statewide will offer useful information as well as participate in a Question-and-Answer session at the end of each webinar. Prepare your questions and come ready to learn!

Dec 01, 2026, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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 and community involvement, and welcome anyone interested in the work we do across agriculture, youth development, and community programming.

Dec 08, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

2nd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep dive into Agritourism Insurance

Dec 15, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

3rd Tuesday monthlyNoon-1pmSeptember 15: Produce Auctions: Are they right for me?October 20: Business Structures 101 with Coughlin & Gerhart, LLPNovember 17: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Dec 15, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. TOPICS & DATES:February 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for Participation

Dec 16, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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