Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga County

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga County Founded in 1915 & Serving Tioga County for over 100 years.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a key outreach system of Cornell University with a strong public mission and an extensive local presence that is responsive to needs in New York communities. If you have a disability and are having trouble accessing information on this website or need materials in an alternative format, please contact the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga office for assistance

at (607) 659-5694 or [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employment. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

06/09/2026

ICYMI: In May, Governor Hochul announced that she had requested a USDA Disaster Designation for counties in the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, Central New York, Southern Tier, and Western New York regions. The request was in response to frost conditions in April that significantly impacted many fruit operations, including apple, stone fruit, grape, and strawberry growers. A Disaster Designation would allow affected farmers to apply for USDA low-interest emergency loans.

New York is a major specialty crop state. The apple, grape, and stone fruit industries represent an important and large component of New York’s agricultural economy. While we continue to monitor reports of damage, and await an update on the disaster designation, we encourage New Yorkers to continue their support for local growers, whether by buying fresh products from a farm in your community or seeking out products grown and produced here in New York State.

Read more: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-requests-disaster-declaration-growers-who-sustained-significant-crop-loss

The Master Gardener's annual plant sale is TOMORROW! Join us Saturday, June 6th, 8am-12pm, at 56 Main Street, Owego, for...
06/05/2026

The Master Gardener's annual plant sale is TOMORROW! Join us Saturday, June 6th, 8am-12pm, at 56 Main Street, Owego, for a great variety of plants at reasonable prices. Come early for the best selection!

06/04/2026

🚨 Support for small meat and poultry processing plants is here!

Secretary Rollins today launched the Small Processors Action Plan, a new set of actions designed to make it easier for these businesses to interact with USDA, get timely answers, and resolve issues, without weakening inspection or food safety standards.

Additionally, we've announced $60M in funding through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program to expand American meat and poultry processing. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 7, 2026.

🔗 https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2026/06/03/usda-announces-improved-support-reduced-burdens-and-60-million-investments-support-small-meat-and

06/04/2026

FSA is proud to invest in the future of agriculture by offering Youth Loans to help our future farmers and ranchers finance and gain hands-on experience managing an income producing agricultural project.

To apply, you must be 10 to 20 years old and have the support of a project advisor like your 4-H club leader or FFA advisor.

Loan funds can be used to buy livestock, seed, equipment, and supplies or to purchase, rent or repair tools and equipment or pay operating expenses for the project. fsa.usda.gov/resources/loans/youth-loans

Weekly Storytimes & PlaygroupsOur focus is on young children brought in by parents, grandparents & caregivers. All ages ...
06/03/2026

Weekly Storytimes & Playgroups
Our focus is on young children brought in by parents, grandparents & caregivers.
All ages are welcome
All sessions are staffed by CCE Tioga educators who promote developmentally appropriate play, skill building and social skills.

Berkshire
Wednesdays 10:30am-12:00pm. Berkshire Free Library, 12519 NY Route 38, Berkshire

Apalachin
Friday June 5 10:30am-11:30am. Story Walk. Waterman Conservation Center, 403 Hilton Road, Apalachin.

Candor
Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11:30am. Candor Library, 2 Bank Street, Candor

Spencer
Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am. Playtime at Inspire, 57 E. Tioga St, Spencer

Mondays 10:15am. Spencer Library, 41 North Main Street, Spencer

Waverly
Tuesdays 10:30am-11:45am. Waverly Free Library, 18 Elizabeth Street, Waverly

Nichols
Thursdays 10:30am-11:45am. Cady Library, 42 East River Road, Nichols

For more information:
Email: Donna- [email protected] or Joan- [email protected]
Call: 607-659-5694
Website: tioga.cce.cornell.edu

Our Community Energy Advisor, Caitlin, will be tabling at this wonderful event in Spencer this weekend! Stop by Nichols ...
06/03/2026

Our Community Energy Advisor, Caitlin, will be tabling at this wonderful event in Spencer this weekend! Stop by Nichols Park on Saturday, June 6th between 11am and 2pm to get resources on energy efficiency, clean heating and cooling, and more!

05/29/2026

🌽 The 2026 Sweet Corn Trapping Network is officially underway!

Now in its 33rd year, the network monitors the major insect pests of sweet corn at 33 sites across New York using pheromone traps. From now through the third week of September, weekly trap reports will help growers stay ahead of pest pressure and make informed management decisions throughout the season.

Traps are beginning to come online statewide, and the first corn earworm moths of the season have already been captured in Hurley, NY. As temperatures warm and more sweet corn is planted, monitoring activity will continue to increase.

You can follow weekly trap catches and updates here: https://blogs.cornell.edu/scptnetwork/

We’re also asking growers, gardeners, and others involved in sweet corn production to complete a short survey on research, extension and trapping needs. Your feedback will help guide future improvements and support continued funding for the network.

Take the survey here: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6sBklolcQxK1si2



📸 In this photo, traps are set beside sweet corn growing under row cover — a technique used by some growers to protect young plants from cool spring temperatures and encourage an earlier harvest.

05/18/2026

Mental health matters in agriculture. 💚A survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation reveals that 46% of farmers and farmworkers find it difficult to access a therapist or counselor. Distance, stigma, and cost should never stand in the way of well-being.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, remember that you do not have to carry the weight alone. NY FarmNet is here to provide free, confidential, and specialized support tailored directly to the farming community. 🌾🚜

Reach out today. Help is always available.

05/17/2026

NEWS FLASH!

The Livestock Clinic will now be
Saturday, June 6 Only & it is FREE to everyone!
Donations are welcome but not required.

Registration is REQUIRED & OPEN until the evening of Sunday, May 17th.

The UPDATED registration packet is available with a registration form PDF or you can register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/_249
Questions? Email Robyn at [email protected]

Saturday ONLY Event Schedule

*9 to 10 am
Beef with Bryan Stocks

*10:15 to 11:15 am
Swine with John Stierly

*11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Goat with Rosie Hines

*12:30 to 1 pm
Lunch
2 Food Trucks will be on the grounds plus this is the first day of the Farmer's Market

*1 to 2 pm
Sheep with Kaleen Stierly

*2:15 to 3:15 pm
Poultry with Josh & Emily Hurd

*3:30 to 4:30 pm
Rabbit with Melissa & Landon Ordway

We thank you Generous Sponsors!
Sure-Point Ag Systems
Marrell Cortright
4-H Foundation, H.A. Willman Fund

05/13/2026

Calling all 4-H & FFA members!
Tioga & Broome County Livestock Youth Clinic
🐐🐑🐖🐄🐇🐓
📅 June 5 & 6, 2026
📍 Tioga County Fairgrounds, Owego, NY
🔗 Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/_249
This clinic is open to 4-H and FFA youth of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced exhibitors.
Youth can attend with or without an animal and will have the opportunity to learn about goats, sheep, beef, swine, poultry, and rabbits. Youth who register may request to bring one animal, but animal spots are limited by species and must be approved through the registration process.
This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced clinicians, strengthen animal care and showmanship skills, and prepare for a successful fair season.
✅Registration DUE by MAY 17

Contact:
Robyn Estrella, Tioga County 4-H Educator at 607-659-5694 ext.1 [email protected]

Address

343 Cass Hill Road
Candor, NY
13743

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+16076595694

Website

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