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Upcoming 2026 NYS Agritourism Conference

Mon, 08/31/2026 - 10:20am -- Devon Winters
Agritourism Flyer

Save the Date! NYS Agritourism Conference, presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team, will be held November 4th - November 5th, 2026 at Cornell AgriTech in Geneva, NY! Geared towards NYS farms starting or growing an agritourism operation but also valuable for educators, public and tourism officials interested in supporting agritourism across the state.

Interactive Dairy Learning Experience at the Cattaraugus County Fair

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 1:42pm -- Dalton Fries

Fairgoers of all ages are invited to stop by the Cornell Cooperative Extension booth located in the Corporate Building for a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn about New York dairy cows and the important role dairy foods play in a healthy lifestyle.

Dairy in the Classroom Educator Carolyn Wellman will be on-site throughout the fair, providing educational activities for visitors to explore how milk travels from farm to table, testing your knowledge about dairy cows and farms in New York, and discovering the nutritional benefits of dairy products.

Spaces Still Available for Game of Logging Level 2; Registration Now Open for Level 3

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 1:28pm -- CSMaxwell
Game of Logging Logo

CCE Cattaraugus is announcing that spaces are still available for the upcoming Bill Lindloff’s Pro Cuts - Game of Logging (GOL) – Level 2 training scheduled for Thursday, May 28th. 

Additionally, CCE Cattaraugus and Wyoming Counties announce that registration is now open for Game of Logging - Level 3, scheduled for Friday, July 31st.

These hands-on courses are designed for individuals who want to improve their chainsaw safety skills and learn advanced tree-felling techniques in a safe and controlled environment.

Bertrand Chaffee Hospital Staff Appreciation Week Celebrates Wellness with Blender Bike Smoothies

Wed, 05/13/2026 - 1:20pm -- CSMaxwell
Creating Healthy Schools and Communities

During Staff Appreciation Week, staff at Bertrand Chaffee Hospital enjoyed a fun and healthy wellness activity made possible through a partnership with Erie 1 BOCES- Creating Healthy Schools and Communities (CHSC) and Cornell Cooperative Extension-Cattaraugus County.

2026 Agriculture Legacy: Marcie Furl

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 8:11am -- CSMaxwell
Marcie Furl - Ag Legacy

Marcie (Belscher) Furl is a life-long resident of East Otto, New York. She purchased her family home back in 1999 and as a single mother, raised her two boys, Hunter and Gage Furl there. Both boys currently reside in East Otto with Hunter recently buying a home of his own! While Marcie considers being a mom her greatest achievement, she is also grateful to have had the opportunity to serve her community through her career at the Farm Service Agency.

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