Cornell Cooperative Extension

Farm & Forest Sponsors

Todate, the following individuals and businesses have provided donations in support of our October 2nd fundraiser.

Platinum $1,000
Joseph Snaido/High Rock Home
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
Paul Spoleti
Capital Region Independent Media

Gold $500
Mid-Hudson Fiber

Silver $250
Ed Herrington, Inc.

Bronze $150/Silent Auction Items
Williams Lumber & Home Center
Robin Smith
Mayuko Fujino
Paul Spoleti
Angela Worth/Meadowbrook Farm
Joseph Snaido/High Rock Home
Nile Mitchell
Lois Walsh
Hudson Bagels
Stewart's Shops

And a special shout out to Meadowbrook Farm for hosting the event!

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Flood Damage on Farms

Farms and agribusinesses that are being affected by the recent flooding should report any agricultural damage to the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Agriculture Sector Disaster Damage Portal.

These early assessments help Ag and Markets request resources to help with recovery.

If you know a farm affected by the recent weather please share this link with them.

Gardening Questions

The Master Gardener Volunteers are available to answer your calls at 518-828-3346 x212. Please leave a detailed message, or reach us anytime by emailing [email protected]. Photographs are helpful.

We offer soil pH testing for $5.00 for the first sample ($1 for each additional sample). For more comprehensive analysis, contact the Cornell Soil Health Lab. Turnaround time for pH testing can be up to two weeks due to volunteer availability. For more information go to our Soil Sample page.

For plant and insect identification, you may bring samples to our office. There is a $5.00 charge per sample. Samples must be in a container (such as a bag or jar)—we cannot accept loose samples on paper towels.

Donations

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!

Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley

A weekly podcast by the Master Gardener Volunteers.

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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.

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.

shiitake mushrooms on sale at a farmers' market in NYC

Forest Farming

Shiitake mushrooms are one of the valuable crops that forest owners can cultivate in their woods, along with fruits, nuts, and berries.

MyPlate

MyPlate is the new USDA food guide tool to help people make wise food choices within food and calorie limits. Use their SuperTracker free online tool to track your food and activities.

Last updated August 6, 2026

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