Vegetable Grading and Packaging
Join us for a hands-on, on-farm experience to aide in understanding how to determine quality and grade of agricultural products. Learn how to grade vegetables and package for different markets. Hand-on training with peppers, tomatoes and cucumbers.
Low Tunnel Construction – Fall Vegetable Crops
Late summer is the time to sow seeds for fall crops like broccoli, kale, cabbage and salad greens. Join us on August 3rd & construct your own 4 ft. low tunnel hoops & learn tips & techniques from Master Gardener Volunteers at Cutler Botanic Garden.
Wednesdays = Vestal Farmers Market
Wednesdays, 9am-1pm in the parking lot of the Vestal Library you can find a farmers market that has been there more than 25 years! They have local farms with fruits, vegetables, baked goods, maple syrup and more!
Agriculture
Broome County’s diverse agricultural and horticulture industry encompasses over one-third of the county land mass with businesses in every town and municipality.
Environment
CCE Broome County is your resource for information on recycling, composting, forest management and invasive species. We offer free programs to schools, youth organizations and adult groups.
Family & Parenting
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County has a long history of offering strength based curriculum and trainings focused on strong families in our community.
Gardening
Our Home Gardening programs are designed to increase the homeowner’s ability to solve horticulture problems and develop an appreciation of natural resources.
Nutrition
Our nutrition programs are designed to educate participants the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors necessary to improve their overall diet and nutritional well-being.
4-H Youth Programs
4-H Youth Development creates opportunities for youth to develop skills, practical knowledge, and wisdom through observing, doing, and reflecting on experiences.
Last updated July 25, 2017