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Both of our offices are now open to the public. Visitors will be limited to one at a time and masks continue to be required for all.  Questions? Call 518-622-9820 (Acra) and 518-828-3346 (Hudson). Thank you!

Gardening Questions! 

The Master Gardeners are now answering calls on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. You can call our office or leave a message at 518-622-9820 x212. You can also reach us anytime by emailing EXT-colgremg@cornell.edu. Please be patient as the we’re experiencing a high volume of calls and demand for soil pH testing.  

Please support the programs of CCE of Columbia and Greene Counties by donating to us. 

Consider signing up for monthly donations. $5 a month can go a long way with CCE!

Major Donors

Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation
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In These Woods Letter Series

A monthly letter series for all those who interact with the woods. Sign up here and receive the first edition in March.

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Climate Change

CCE's natural resources program helps individuals and communities make long term plans to respond, adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change

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Covid-19 Resources

An updated summary of Covid-19 resources researched by Cornell Cooperative Extension for Columbia and Greene Counties.

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4-H and Youth Development Offerings

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Columbia and Greene Counties (NY) offers 4-H and youth development programs including 4-H clubs, special interest groups, and school and community groups.

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Jobs

Learn about job opportunities and internships that are available with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia-Greene County.

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Water

Labs for Testing Your Drinking Water

Experts recommend that you test your private well drinking water on a regular basis, but especially after you do renovation work on your home or well.

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Last updated September 15, 2021

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Coronavirus Updates

For reliable information and current advisories on Covid 19, visit our colleagues at the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN NY) on their website or social media outlets:
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Another recommended source of up-to-the minute information is the NY State Department of Health.

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