Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County

09/14/2026

September is National Food Safety Month!🍎 Help keep you and your family safe from foodborne illnesses by knowing these 4 steps:

1. Clean your hands and kitchen surfaces often
2. Separate raw meats from fuits and vegetables
3. Cook foods to safe temperatures using a food thermometer
4. Chill foods promptly and keep cold foods at 40°F or below

For more food safety tips and questions, get in contact with our Nutrition Educator Wendy Alexander at (716)-664-9502 Ext. 221

09/10/2026

Join us for another Evening In The Garden on Wednesday, September 16th. Great topics. Come see what we are growing!

09/09/2026

A sample collected last Wednesday has tested positive for late blight in Chautauqua County.

If you grow tomatoes or potatoes, now is the time to inspect plants regularly and take appropriate preventative measures. Due to its ability to travel long distances and destroy entire fields, growers need to know how to diagnose and manage the disease. Early action can help limit the spread of this destructive disease.

For more information on identifying Late Blight and management practices please visit: https://www.vegetables.cornell.edu/crops/tomatoes/late-blight/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6DaNWHecEE

08/06/2026

A dinner you DEFINITELY won't want to miss! Make sure to get your tickets for this year's Chautauqua Farmer- Neighbor Dinner. We'll see you there!

07/27/2026

Check out the summer edition of The Optimistic Gardener!

Hope you enjoy this issue of The Optimistic Garden!
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07/21/2026

Can you help us fill in the table? 🌾
The Chautauqua County Farmer- Neighbor Committee is looking for donations to help make this year's dinner a success. Every contribution, big or small, helps bring our community together!

07/13/2026

Have you secured your tickets yet?🎟️

The 9th Annual Chautauqua Farmer-Neighbor Dinner is your chance to enjoy a delicious meal, connect with local farmers, and celebrate the industry that feeds our community. Grab your tickets now to secure your seat!

07/07/2026

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact on your community?

We are currently hiring for three positions based in our Jamestown office. For more information, and to apply today, visit our website at https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/jobs

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07/01/2026

Mark those calendars! Come join us for an evening of learning in the Demo Garden space🌱

TONIGHT! Don't miss this great event! (If possible, please bring a pair of needle-nosed pliers)

05/29/2026

Check out some of the incredible research happening over at the Lake Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Laboratory!🍇