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Maple syrup collection from a sugar bush.
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Backyard Chickens for Beginners Workshop

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Agriculture

CCE-Chemung is unique among local organizations in offering a continuum of education and resources that enable it to address a food systems issues in a holistic way. By working at a food-system level, we can more effectively respond to cross-cutting needs such as food safety, food access, local agriculture and community infrastructure. We offer resources for farmers, and consumers, to help strengthen our local and regional food systems.

Firewood

Firewood From Your Forest

You can utilize your woodlot effectively by producing firewood for others as a source of income

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"Firewood Stacked Up to Dry Showing Annual Rings"

Buying Firewood

It's a good idea to buy your wood at least one whole season ahead. Get tips on what to look for, how firewood is sold, and more useful information here.

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Winter Energy Tips

Heating is by far one of our biggest energy expenses. Find tips here on how you can reduce energy costs to heat your home.

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snow

Winter Weather Safety

Find tips on winter driving, personal and pet safety, how to prepare for winter storms, links to Cornell's EDEN website, and more, here on our Emergency Preparedness page

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Last updated February 17, 2023

Agriculture

Forest Connect

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Cornell's ForestConnectprovides forest owners with educational resources to help them make decisions about the management of their property.

Find out about upcoming events in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture in the Southern Tier through the SCNY Ag News.

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Cornell Small Farm Program

Cornell Small Farms Program

The Cornell Small Farms Program provides educational resources for small farmers on various topics such as production, business managment, and marketing. 

Groundswell Center

Goat

The Groundswell Center provides various training programs for those who are interested in farming and working in other aspects of local food production.