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Chenango County
Broiler chickens at Nick's Organic Farm in Adamstown, MD (USDA).
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Poultry is just one of the areas where we provide resources and support!

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Agriculture

Agriculture has been a cornerstone of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County since we were founded in 1915. Today, agriculture continues to be the biggest industry in Chenango County, and one of our central goals is to keep the agricultural industry growing and strong. 

Delivering recycled Ag plastics from Chenango County to Madison County, 2013.

Recycling Ag Plastics

Recycling agricultural plastics is a big challenge for farmers and communities. Learn about Cornell's RAPP project and local efforts to recycle plastics in Chenango County.

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Available Land

CCE Chenango is interested in receiving information about farms and agricultural lands that are for sale, rent, or lease in Chenango County.

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This photograph depicts a woman shopping at a mobile produce market, making healthy food choices from an array of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Winter Farmers' Markets

You'll find the freshest local vegetables, meats, specialty products, and more at Chenango County's local farmers' markets.

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No Open Burning!

Open burning is punishable by law and can lead to fines starting at $375, so be sure you know the law. Find regulations, and alternatives to burning, here.

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Grazing Videos

We've created a number of useful videos on aspects of grazing that are hosted on YouTube. Watch them here on our site to learn more!

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Broiler chickens at Nick's Organic Farm in Adamstown, MD (USDA).

Poultry

Find research and links to reliable information for a variety of poultry topics and 4-H poultry programs here.

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Contact

Rich Taber
Grazing/Ag Economic Development Specialist
rbt44@cornell.edu
(607) 334-5841 ext. 1121

Last updated May 26, 2020

Agriculture

Ag in Chenango County

Check out the Agriculture in Chenango County by clicking on the map!

Chenango County Producer Map Screenshot

Transitioning Dairy Cows

Chenango County Grazing Videos

Other Grazing Videos

YouTube logoCCE Chenango has created a series of grazing videos that focus on what is happening in Chenango County

2017 Ag Census

Here is the link to the 2017 Ag Census.

Events

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What We Do!

Our agriculture program focuses on providing resources, consulting and support in the areas of Dairy, Livestock, Poultry, Field Crops, Farm Business Management.

If you have questions about any of these topics please contact Ken Smith at 607-334-5841 ext. 1119 (kas294@cornell.edu) or Rich Taber, Grazing and Ag Economic Develpment Specialist at ext. 1121 (rbt44@cornell.edu)

You may also contact Central New York Dairy & Field Crops Team Area Extension Educators Dave Balbian, Area Dairy Management Specialist (CCE Fulton/Montgomery) 518-312-3592 ( drb23@cornell.edu) and Kevin Ganoe- Area Field Crop Management Specialist (CCE Herkimer) 315-866-7920 (khg2@cornell.edu)