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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County

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Neighbors You Know, Knowledge You Trust Lawrence Counties. Food and Nutrition in Community Education:
Everyone eats!

Agriculture and Natural Resources
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (CCEJC) has built a strong and solid reputation based on knowledge and expertise in the North Country agricultural community. Our staff can assist you in achieving your goals of profit in agriculture, abundant and safe food, a clean environment, and effective stewardship of natural resources. Community Development
CCEJC's well trained staff offers assistance on a variety of energy programs for both businesses and residents of New York State, and recycling and composting education programs for residents of Jefferson, Lewis, and St. CCEJC offers nutrition education for everyone! From breastfeeding your infant, to enhancing your parenting skills, to offering strategies to reduce childhood obesity, to senior nutrition, we help families save money while enjoying a healthy lifestyle. Youth and Family
A famous man once said, “A family in harmony will prosper in everything!” At CCEJC we wholeheartedly agree and promote healthy youth and family living. Our programming develops life skills and provides educational opportunities through a fun experiential learning style. We offer afterschool, school, 4-H, and military youth programming, parenting programs, and military family support programs at Fort Drum. We also own and operate 4-H Camp Wabasso in Redwood, New York, the only overnight residential youth camp in Jefferson County.

11/09/2026

Check out this great program for pork producers! Our friends at Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County will be hosting one of these workshops on Thursday, December 10th!

📢 Calling all NY Pork producers!

Join us for From Barn to Market: A Workshop for Pork Producers, an evening of practical, evidence-based information designed to help pork producers strengthen their operations and direct-to-consumer markets.

You’ll learn about:
🐖 The State of Pork in NY
🌾 Production Best Practices
📈 Marketing & Pricing Strategies

Plus, dinner is included with admission!

📍 Multiple locations throughout New York
📅 November & December 2026
⏰ Program runs 5:30 - 8:30 pm at all locations
🎟️ $10 per person

🔗 See the full schedule and register: meatsuite.com/nypork

Monday, Nov. 2 - Chadwicks, NY
Tuesday, Nov. 3 - Prattsburgh, NY
Wednesday, Nov. 4 - Lockport, NY
Thursday, Nov. 5 - Ellicottville, NY

Monday, Dec. 7 - Walton, NY
Tuesday, Dec. 8 - Voorheesville, NY
Wednesday, Dec. 9 - Kingston, NY
Thursday, Dec. 10 - Canton, NY

📸 : Asgard Farm, LLC

11/05/2026

Youth in grades 6–12 at Sackets Harbor Central School have had the opportunity to join the 4-H Makerspace during their study hall and lunch periods through their Community Schools programming. This space gives them a chance to explore hands-on activities, try new ideas, and learn by doing!

Through creating, building, and teamwork, youth can develop problem solving skills, build confidence and connect with others all while having fun!

11/04/2026

General Browns 4-H Afterschool Baking Club recently took a field trip to Chrissy Beanz Bakery in Sackets Harbor where they learned how to make cake pops! Thank you to Chrissy Beanz Bakery for a fun afternoon! 🎂🍭

11/02/2026

Did you visit any Jefferson County farmers markets this year? We'd love to hear about your experience!

Fill out the survey at www.jcnylocalfoods.org to help us learn more about how the 2026 farmers market season went in Jefferson County and how we can better support our farmers next year! Everyone who completes the survey will be entered for a chance to win a Taste NY gift basket filled with local products.

Get the freshest and best tasting food grown and produced by your local Jefferson County farmers. Learn about farmers markets, farm stands, food producers, shopping tips, and more. Use the Jefferson County, NY Local Food Guide to shop local to keep your food dollars in our community.

11/02/2026

Interested in this workshop? One will be held locally on December 10th at Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County in Canton!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from CCE Jefferson! 🎃

Before you say goodbye to your pumpkins this fall, there are plenty of ways to enjoy them. Check out some of our staff's favorite ways to get the most out of their pumpkins before winter hits. Looking for something new? Explore some of these ideas:

🎃Save the seeds for next year's garden. It is easier than you think - Wash them and ensure they are completely clean and dry, then put them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until next spring!
🎃Did you know that every part of the pumpkin is edible? Use the flesh and try a new recipe!
🎃Add it to your compost pile! When composting, chop it up. The larger the pieces, the longer it will take to decompose.
🎃Pumpkins can be a great treat for wildlife if given responsibly. Make sure to remove any candles and wax, avoid pumpkins that have been painted or decorated with glitter, and place in an area clear of roads and infrastructure.

What are your favorite ways to get the most out of your pumpkins each year?

10/29/2026

Our upcoming Pollinator Preparation Workshop will be held on November 12th and will cover ways to identify pollinators, protect species and their habitats, care for bee houses, and more!

Explore full workshop details and sign up here: https://cce.cornell.edu/jefferson/pollinator-preparation-workshop

10/27/2026

Register now for a three-part home heating series starting on November 12th. These webinars are free and open to the public on the second Thursday of the month. Registration open through January 13, 2027: bit.ly/homeheatingseries
North Country Clean Energy Hub

10/26/2026

Beyond their beautiful fall colors, maple trees have many benefits! They support wildlife, provide useful materials and even help improve soil health. Explore a few ways maple trees benefit our communities and environment! 🍁

·Maple tapping - One of the best-known uses for maple trees is making maple syrup. This traditional practice involves collecting sap from sugar maple trees and boiling it down to produce syrup.
·Foliage - Sugar maples are the biggest contributor to the vibrant fall foliage we know and love. Red maples are a faster growing maple and provide excellent shade.
·Wood uses - Maple wood is valued for its strength, durability, smooth grain, and light color. It is often used to make furniture, bowls and other household items.
·Wildlife food source - Maple seeds provide food for squirrels and chipmunks while early spring flowers offer nectar for bees and other pollinators.
·Leaf mulch - Fallen maple leaves act as a natural mulch helping retain soil moisture, suppress weeds and add organic matter to the soil.

Interesting in learning more about the value of maple trees? Give our office a call or register for our upcoming Beginner Maple Course!

10/25/2026

Keep the harvest going all year long!

October is the perfect time to turn local, seasonal produce into something you can enjoy all winter. From homemade jams and applesauce to pickles and salsa, canning is a delicious way to preserve locally sourced produce and make the most of the season's harvest.

To learn more about food preservation, give us a call!

Address

203 N Hamilton Street
Watertown, NY
13601

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

Website

http://ccejefferson.org/

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