Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension

06/05/2026

Just 5 more spots left in this free workshop, sponsored by Edith B Ford Memorial Library, Ovid! Learn to preserve 🍓 on Wednesday, June 10th - just in time before the Ovid Strawberry Festival on the 13th.

Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/strawberrypreserve2026_245
If you do not have access to the internet, please call CCE Seneca at (315) 539-9251.

Information and registration can also be found on our website at: https://senecacountycce.org/events/2026/06/10/strawberry-preserve-workshop-2026

We are really excited to work with Edith B Ford Memorial Library, Ovid, who are funding the cost for the first 25 participants!

Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/strawberrypreserve2026_245
If you do not have access to the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251.

Participants will learn how to:
🍓make strawberry jam & jelly
🍓dehydrate strawberries and make fruit roll-ups
🍓freeze strawberries

Participants will taste samples during the workshop and receive educational materials, recipes, and some strawberry freezer jam to take home.

Information, including registration, can also be found on our website at: https://senecacountycce.org/events

06/04/2026

All set up and excited to be here for the first market day at Gems Waterloo.

We have samples of fresh rhubarb lemonade and zucchini muffins today so stop on over and say hi 👋

06/02/2026

WE ARE HIRING!! All applications must be received on-line by 11:59pm on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Closing dates may change based on Association needs.

Looking for a Environmental/Natural Resource Educator who will work collaboratively with CCE of Seneca and Cayuga Counties and Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District to develop, assess, deliver, and evaluate new and existing programs.

Educational efforts include the subjects of climate change, recycling, lakes and watersheds, invasive species, solid waste management, composting, alternative energy and other related topics as needed or assigned. Additionally, the position includes the promotion of, and engagement with Cornell Climate Stewards, 4-H Shooting Sports, Envirothon, and other youth and adult civic leadership opportunities. This position may work with Cornell, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Farm Bureau, Seneca County Government Departments, area sportsmen’s clubs, lake/watershed associations, and other relevant organizations to provide programming and projects in the areas of Fisheries, Wildlife, Master Naturalist, and Master Forester programs.

The Educator serves as an influential subject matter expert working with CCE staff, Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District staff, youth, and volunteers, as well as partner organizations, governmental offices, members of the public, and others. This position works independently and with limited supervision, influencing policies and decisions for the Association.

The Educator reports to, and is located at Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension, with additional programmatic oversight and guidance from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County and Seneca County Soil & Water Conservation District.

TO APPLY, go to:

The Environmental/Natural Resource Educator works collaboratively with CCE of Seneca and Cayuga Counties and Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District to develop, assess, deliver, and evaluate new and existing programs. Educational efforts include the subjects of climate change, recycling,....

06/01/2026

June means the count down is on for Farmers Market season to begin! First up is at Gem's -Waterloo on Thursday, June 4th. We look forward to seeing you on opening day!

06/01/2026

Happy World Milk Day! Thank you to all those who work in the Dairy Industry. We are grateful for all of you do everyday to bring us this nutritious resource! We are grateful to have the opportunity to share and educate youth, teachers, and the public through New York Agriculture in the Classroom Dairy in the Classroom.

Seneca County 4-H NY is the youth development program of Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension

🥛🌎 Happy World Milk Day & Giveaway Alert 🌎🥛
Today, we celebrate more than just a nutritious beverage. We celebrate the farmers, families, and communities that make dairy possible every day.
As New York State Dairy Ambassadors, we are proud to represent an industry that works around the clock to provide wholesome, nutrient-rich milk while caring for our animals, our land, and our future. From helping build strong bones and muscles to supplying essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and protein, milk continues to play an important role in healthy diets around the world.

Did you know? New York is the 5th leading dairy state in the nation, with 2,800  dairy farms contributing to local economies and producing high-quality milk for consumers near and far.
This World Milk Day, take a moment to thank a dairy farmer, learn more about where your food comes from, and raise a glass of milk to the people behind every gallon.

🎉 WORLD MILK DAY GIVEAWAY! 🎉
To celebrate, we’re giving one lucky winner their choice of an Undeniably Dairy Nike Sling Bag or an Undeniably Dairy Gray Insulated Cooler! The Contest will start today, June 1 and will end June 4.  The winner will be selected at random and announced on June 5.
How to enter:
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✅ Comment with your favorite dairy product
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05/29/2026

Farmstand opening June 1st! Mushrooms, microgreens, lettuce, eggs and more. Follow us on FB and Instagram for restocking notices. Grown with Mush Love! 🍄🌱🌿

05/28/2026

Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension was happy to join the United Way of Seneca County annual Taste of Spring fundraiser tonight.... offering delicious Wagner grape juice as a non-alcoholic option to attendees.

And check out the raffle basket we donated... featuring all kinds of local products, childrens gardening books and herbs!

05/28/2026

Sign-up today for Arts Day coming up Sunday June 28th from 11am - 2pm at Seneca County Community Garden

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance dedicated to honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States military. Let us pause for a minute of silence at 3:00pm for the National Moment of Remembrance 🇺🇸