Cooperative Extension puts a wealth of useful research-based information at your fingertips!

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess County is limiting public access to the offices. Please reach out to our staff if you'd like to schedule an appointment. 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 garden to parenting and youth education! We're here to help, with information -- and people -- you can trust!

Office Hours

Our office is currently closed to the public, please call (845) 677-8223 with any questions or to talk to our staff. *Please note, if you'd like to meet with our program staff, you must make an appointment first. You may contact staff directly using the information on our staff page.

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Get to Know CCEDC!

CCEDC provides local residents with unbiased, research-based information, tools and education that they can depend on and trust. Learn more about our programs here!

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Stay up to date with all of the goings-on at CCEDC and the Taste of NY Market at Todd Hill!

Taste NY at Todd Hill is open!

Taste NY at Todd Hill is open and offering essential food items with knowledgeable, dedicated staff on site. Follow @TasteNYTaconic or call 845-849-0247 for updates!

4-H Rural Storytelling Project

Dutchess County 4-H partnered with Ulster and Columbia Greene Counties to help 14 young people become better “storytellers".

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Energy Assistance Programs

There are several energy assistance programs in NYS that offer free or reduced cost services, including heating assistance and energy upgrades. Find out if you're eligible!

Last updated April 12, 2021