Cooperative Extension puts a wealth of useful research-based information at your fingertips!

Please reach out to our staff if you'd like to schedule an appointment. In addition to what you'll find here on our website, we offer free or low-cost workshops on topics that range from how to garden, parenting and youth education! We're here to help, with information -- and people -- you can trust!

EVERY VOICE MATTERS!

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking continued support from the state in the form of a $6.12 million appropriation for 2024/2025 within the SUNY Executive Budget. This funding is crucial for leveraging County support and placing Extension professionals in local communities, allowing for increased impact in areas such as youth development, farmer education and applied research, economic development, and healthy eating. Last year's record funding level of $6.12 million, including $500,000 for CCE in NYC, helped to significantly increase the organization's impact. Cornell Cooperative Extension is hopeful that continued funding at this level will allow them to continue making a positive difference in local communities across the state.

Please help us in maintaining our funds by writing to the governor. A Word document sample of the letter has been provided for download HERE: 224_Letter_to_the_Governor_October_2023.docx Thank you all for your continued support.

Our latest newsletter is available now! Click image below:

Join 4-H in Putnam County

Visit our page for details on how to join and become a member of 4-H

4-H S.T.E.P. Programs

Visit our page to view our list of S.T.E.P. (*Short-Term Exploratory Projects) programs currently offered.

Spotted Lanternfuly has recently been found in New York State

Spotted Lanternfly

The invasive spotted lanternfly has been found in counties across NY State. Learn how to identify and control it here.

Putnam County Local Food Guide

Local food, farms, farm stands, and community supported agriculture in Putnam County, NY.

Join the Putnam Pollinator Pathway!

CCE PC has launched the Putnam Pollinator Pathway initiative to inspire, encourage and support the establishment of connected pollinator habitat throughout Putnam County.