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CCEDC is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of members of the community, and each program area has its own advisory committee.

Through quality educational programs, Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County builds strong, healthy youth, adults, families and communities while enhancing the economic, social, agricultural and natural resources of Dutchess County. CCEDC works to extend the educational resources of Cornell University and the New York State Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Human Ecology and Veterinary Medicine, the Land Grant university system and other educational institutions, to the people of Dutchess County to foster economic, social and environmental improvement of its individuals, families and communities. CCEDC is a subordinate governmental agency consisting of an unincorporated organization of residents of Dutchess County in cooperation with Cornell University and the United States Department of Agriculture; and in accordance with subdivision 8(b) of section 224 of the County Law as amended. CCEDC works through four main program areas: Agriculture & Horticulture, Environment and Energy, Family & Consumer Education and 4-H Youth Development.

10/21/2026

🍂 The Fall Edition of Dutchess Dirt is officially here! 🍂
Put the garden to bed without putting nature away. Our latest quarterly newsletter is packed with science-backed tips and local autumn inspiration to help your landscape thrive through the colder months.
Here is what you’ll find in this issue:
🏡 Garden Gate: A stunning look at the classical bones and autumn views of Wethersfield Estate & Garden in Amenia.
🌱 Roots of Sustainability: Recapping the 2026 Resilient Gardens Conference and introducing Dutchess County’s first Climate Stewards class.
✂️ Green Thumb Guide: A selective fall cleanup checklist (knowing exactly what to remove vs. what to leave for wildlife habitat!).
🪱 The Dirt Diaries: How to care for your soil from the ground down this fall.
🧑‍🌾 Gardener Spotlight: Stepping back into 19th-century history with local legend Henry Winthrop Sargent.
🍳 Garden to Gourmet: Five seasonal, plant-based Mediterranean recipes submitted by our Master Gardener Volunteers.
🐛 Pest Patrol: The biology, trapping, and latest research updates on the Spotted Lanternfly.
👉 Read the full newsletter today: https://conta.cc/4wleTz6

10/19/2026

Are you looking for ways to understand your utility rights and make your home more energy efficient? Join PULP (Public Utility Law Project of New York), CLP (Communities for Local Power), and other energy organizations for an informative webinar on October 20.

📅 Date: October 20

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

💻 Location: Online via Zoom

Learn about utility rights, explore energy efficiency, and get information to help you navigate your energy needs.

🔗 Save your place today: http://tinyurl.com/wwhcvwf

Share this with someone who could benefit from learning more about their energy rights and options!
New York's Public Utility Law Project Communities for Local Power

10/16/2026

The leaves are changing color, the air is getting colder, that could only mean one thing...
Fall is here!
Make sure to stop by Taste NY and pick up some awesome local products to ‘Fallfill’ your autumn needs!

10/14/2026

☁️Did you know the Mid-Hudson Regional Clean Energy Hub offers free, unbiased guidance to help residents across our region access clean energy solutions? Whether you want to draft-proof your home, upgrade to an efficient heat pump, or explore solar options, our team is here to help you navigate NYSERDA incentives and no-cost home energy assessments.

☂Contact [email protected] or (845) 605-0580 to connect with your local Community Energy Advisor today!

10/12/2026

🌐 Stronger Together: A Family & Community Well Being Summit

Join CCEDC’s Family & Consumer Education Program for a free day focused on Digital Safety & Health: Youth & Adults.

📅 November 14, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
📍 Farm & Home Center, Millbrook

Learn practical tools for navigating social media, screen time, online safety, privacy, digital footprints, and common family challenges. Connect with local resources, enjoy lunch and refreshments, and leave with tools you can use.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents, caregivers, educators, healthcare workers, and family service providers are welcome.

🎟️ Registration is FREE. Reserve your spot today! ccedutchess.org
FCE at Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County

10/10/2026

🌱 NY FarmNet is hiring!

Looking for meaningful part time work supporting New York farm families?

📍 Hudson Valley
💻 Primarily remote
🤝 Family Consultant + Financial Consultant positions
🚜 Flexible schedule with regional travel

Learn more and apply through NY FarmNet at Cornell Cooperative Extension. INFO: ccedutchess.org/jobs
FarmNet

10/09/2026

🍎The Fall season is back and so is our Hot Apple C***r!
Stop by Taste NY at Todd Hill and pick one up to help keep yourself warm on these cold days! 🍂

10/08/2026

Mark your calendar for CCEDC’s 113th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 4, at the Farm and Home Center, Room A!

Refreshments: 6:30 PM
Business Meeting: 7:00 to 8:00 PM

Join us as we look ahead to the year ahead and share:
CCEDC’s strategic direction
Annual financial report
Recognition of outstanding community volunteers and leaders
Voting on the new Board slate and updated Constitution

We look forward to seeing and celebrating you there!

10/08/2026

🍀 On Thursday of National 4-H Week, help us shine a light on all the mentors, educators, and volunteers who are making positive impact on you people’s lives in 4-H. Share who you’re thankful for and celebrate how they are making a difference TODAY- Thursday, October 8!

💚 Three Dutchess County 4-H members spoke to a full house of Dutchess County legislators about their 4-H experiences. Armen Platyan, Tabitha Canning and Coghlan Mullen spoke eloquently about the friendships, skills and life lessons they have gained during their time in Dutchess County 4-H. Legislator Chris Drago introduced the group and presented a proclamation celebrating National 4-H Week 2026.

Photographed: CCEDC Executive Director Sam Storey, Coghlan, Tabitha, Armen, 4-H Program Leader Carolyn McGraw and Legislator Chris Drago.

➡️ Share your ‘Thankful’ story on social, tag others in your 4-H community, tag National 4-H and use:

Address

2715 Route 44, Suite 1
Millbrook, NY
12545

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18456778223

Website

http://ccedutchess.org/

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