Agriculture

Our agriculture programs help farmers and agricultural professionals in Central New York improve their operations, increase profitability, and adopt sustainable practices. Whether you're a beginning farmer looking to get started or an established producer exploring new techniques, we provide research-based education to help you succeed. From crop production to business planning, our programs connect you with the latest agricultural knowledge and a network of local farming experts.

Our Programs

A man operating a hay bailer
New Farmer Program

New farmer's can join a 6-month cohort to learn to navigate hurdles and challenges in the field.

Jolene Mesch, 13, presents her steer for sale at the 4-H Livestock Program’s annual auction, run by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County.
Livestock Program

Learn about the latest innovations in livestock from one of our ag specialists.

Garden plots located in New York City.
Farm to School

CCE's farm to school program connects local food with local school systems.

Meet the Team