Cornell Cooperative Extension

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 how to make a agriculture business plan. Explore our links, check out our upcoming events, then give us a call to learn more. We're here to help, with information -- and people -- you can trust!

Cleaning Produce

These 7 tips for cleaning fruits and vegetables can help keep your family food safe.

Canning Fruits and Vegetables

If done properly, canning is a wonderful way to preserve foods! This resources provides everything you need to know about canning your food from equipment and preparation, to processing.

graphic to accompany "Don't Let Ticks Bite Me" comic flier from the CDC

Avoiding Tick Bites!

This 1-page comic from the CDC shows kids AND adults how to prevent tick bites at summer camp or when playing outdoors. Print a copy to share with YOUR campers!

Skaneateles Lake Website

Check out the new website with real time lake data, information on harmful algal blooms, how you can help protect water quality, and much more! www.skanlakeinfo.org

Early Morning Farm booth at the Ithaca Farmers' Market, 06/10/2013 (Cornell University Photography)

Local Foods

Find local farmers markets, and learn why buying local is great for you and your community!

Deer Tick

Get the facts on Lyme disease and its prevalence in NY State, other tick-borne diseases, how to remove ticks, and options for tick management including IPM.

Last updated July 7, 2025