CCE Cortland Agriculture

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s South-Central NY Agriculture Program serves farmers and rural landowners in Chemung, Cortland, Tioga, Tompkins and Schuyler Counties in New York State.

We work with farm businesses to:

• Improve enterprise viability
• Explore opportunities for new business development
• Support local markets
• Diversify farm enterprises

We support adoption of sustainable farming practices to:

• Produce high quality agricultural products
• Practice proper animal husbandry
• Decrease pest damage
• Improve post-harvest food quality
• Ensure food safety
• Protect the environment
• Conserve energy and natural resources
• Improve farm profitability

The extension works with farmers in several capacities:

• Educational conferences, workshops, meetings, tours and classes
• Facilitating farmer-to-farmer communication
• Research-based publications and fact sheets
• Newsletters, meeting notices, and timely updates
• Personal consulting via phone, email, and in person
• Soil testing and diagnostic services

Last updated January 14, 2025