Cooperative Extension puts a wealth of useful, research-based information at your finger tips!

In addition to what you'll find here on our website, we offer free or low-cost workshops on topics that range from how to start an organic garden to making a home spending plan. Explore our links, check out our upcoming events, then give us a call or visit the CCE-Madison offices to learn more. We're here to help, with information -- and people -- you can trust!

New Resources for Farmers and Agricultural Enterprises

Cornell University has developed Sexual Harassment Prevention training information for farmers and agricultural enterprises. Please visit Ag Workforce to see what assistance and trainings are available. This information is also available on our Resources for Farmers page.

Madison County Department of Health EEE Virus

Madison County Dept. of Health is reaching out to inform the community about Eastern Equine Encephalitis found in mosquitoes in Onondaga and Oswego Counties. Please Visit www.healthymadsioncounty.org for more information.

Cow Comfort Workshops

Cornell CALS Pro-Dairy presents Cow Comfort Workshops. 9:30am-3pm December 3rd, 4th and 12th. Find out more here!

What is 4-H?

4-H provides a framework on which young people can build self-confidence, responsibility, and generosity. Find out how 4-H can benefit your family, here on our site!

A food pantry staff member helps a client with his selections.

Food Assistance

Find food pantries, community meals, and programs like ESNY, WIC and Free/Reduced School Meals that can help feed your family.

Emerald Ash Borer

Learn how to identify the Emerald Ash Borer, monitor your Ash trees, detect and report possible EAB in your trees, and more, with resources we've compiled on this site.

"Firewood Stacked Up to Dry Showing Annual Rings"

Heating with Wood

When comparing heating fuels, wood has a lot of advantages. Learn about choosing, storing and safely burning firewood on our "Heating with Wood" pages.