Master Gardener Hotline On The Road Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Our Master Gardener Volunteers are coming to you!Our Master Gardener Volunteers staff the MG Hotline three days a week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm from March-October, they test soil, identify plants, identify bugs and answer all your gardening questions. We recognize that Ulster County is huge and not everyone is able to make it into our office to drop off samples or work during our hotline hours, so we are coming to a library near you!You can visit the Master Gardeners at the following locations this summer! Bring your soil samples, insect/plants to be identified and ask your gardening questions!Soil Test $3 for the first sample and $1 for each additional samplePlant ID, Insect ID, Plant Disease ID-$5 each.Please bring exact change.Rosendale Library Saturday July 11Woodstock Library Saturday July 18Gardiner Libary Saturday July 25Stone Ridge Library Saturday August 22Ellenville Library September 12 Courtney Churchill, cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Operations Committee Meeting The Board's Operations Committee Meeting precedes the general body meeting. These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 5 PM beginning with the March meeting each year.At Large Meeting of the Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County.These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 6 PM. These meetings are open to the public. Please contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director if you're interested in attending. Advanced notice is requested, but not required to attend. The public may participate from any posted location.Volunteer with the Board of DirectorsIf you're interested in joining the Board of Directors, participating in a committee, or becoming a program advisor, contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director. Our Nominating Committee recruits and evaluates potential Board candidates. Melanie Forstrom, maf357@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 320 ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, July 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= Master Gardener Hotline On The Road Saturday, July 25, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Our Master Gardener Volunteers are coming to you!Our Master Gardener Volunteers staff the MG Hotline three days a week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm from March-October, they test soil, identify plants, identify bugs and answer all your gardening questions. We recognize that Ulster County is huge and not everyone is able to make it into our office to drop off samples or work during our hotline hours, so we are coming to a library near you!You can visit the Master Gardeners at the following locations this summer! Bring your soil samples, insect/plants to be identified and ask your gardening questions!Soil Test $3 for the first sample and $1 for each additional samplePlant ID, Insect ID, Plant Disease ID-$5 each.Please bring exact change.Rosendale Library Saturday July 11Woodstock Library Saturday July 18Gardiner Libary Saturday July 25Stone Ridge Library Saturday August 22Ellenville Library September 12 Courtney Churchill, cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms strengthen agritourism operations, manage risk, enhance visitor experiences, and improve long-term business sustainability. Topics span farm safety, marketing platforms, labor regulations, insurance considerations, customer experience, and season extension strategies.Webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. 2026 Webinar Schedule February 10: Crisis Management & Emergency PlanningMarch 10: Using HipcampApril 14: Farm Safety for Agritourism OperationsMay 12: Labor Laws for Agritourism OperationsJune 9: Website User ExperienceJuly 14: Extending the Agritourism SeasonAugust 11: Agritourism on Dairy FarmsSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep Dive into Agritourism InsuranceWebinars made possible through funding from the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, August 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= ​2026 Cut Flower Webinar Series Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of topics relevant to both new and experienced growers. All webinars will be recorded.Pre-Registration Required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registrationPrice: FreeTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDates:January 21, 2026: The Only Thing That Stays the Same is ChangeFebruary 18, 2026: Wily Weeds: Plan now to outwit them next yearMarch 18, 2026: Regenerative Agriculture 101: Connecting Core Principles to Cut-Flower ProductionApril 15, 2026: Lavender ProductionMay 20, 2026: Local Cut Flowers for WeddingsJune 17, 2026: Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop ProductionJuly 15, 2026: Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower ProductionAugust 19, 2026: Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer NeedsSeptember 16, 2026: Mischievous MildewsOctober 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones Register FreeAll webinars will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Master Gardener Hotline On The Road Saturday, August 22, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Our Master Gardener Volunteers are coming to you!Our Master Gardener Volunteers staff the MG Hotline three days a week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm from March-October, they test soil, identify plants, identify bugs and answer all your gardening questions. We recognize that Ulster County is huge and not everyone is able to make it into our office to drop off samples or work during our hotline hours, so we are coming to a library near you!You can visit the Master Gardeners at the following locations this summer! Bring your soil samples, insect/plants to be identified and ask your gardening questions!Soil Test $3 for the first sample and $1 for each additional samplePlant ID, Insect ID, Plant Disease ID-$5 each.Please bring exact change.Rosendale Library Saturday July 11Woodstock Library Saturday July 18Gardiner Libary Saturday July 25Stone Ridge Library Saturday August 22Ellenville Library September 12 Courtney Churchill, cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Office Closed in Observance Monday, September 7, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd , Kingston, NY 12401 2026 January 19, 2026 - Dr. MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 16, 2026 - Presidents' DayMay 25, 2026 - Memorial DayJune 19, 2026 - JuneteenthJuly 3, 2026 - Independence Day WeekendSeptember 7, 2026 - Labor DayNovember 26 and 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 24, 2026 - Closing at 12noonAll workdays from December 25 through January 1, 2027Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 9:00am Pat D, pod6@cornell.edu, (845) 340 3990 ext. 311 ========================================= Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, September 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms strengthen agritourism operations, manage risk, enhance visitor experiences, and improve long-term business sustainability. Topics span farm safety, marketing platforms, labor regulations, insurance considerations, customer experience, and season extension strategies.Webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. 2026 Webinar Schedule February 10: Crisis Management & Emergency PlanningMarch 10: Using HipcampApril 14: Farm Safety for Agritourism OperationsMay 12: Labor Laws for Agritourism OperationsJune 9: Website User ExperienceJuly 14: Extending the Agritourism SeasonAugust 11: Agritourism on Dairy FarmsSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep Dive into Agritourism InsuranceWebinars made possible through funding from the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Master Gardener Hotline On The Road Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Our Master Gardener Volunteers are coming to you!Our Master Gardener Volunteers staff the MG Hotline three days a week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm from March-October, they test soil, identify plants, identify bugs and answer all your gardening questions. We recognize that Ulster County is huge and not everyone is able to make it into our office to drop off samples or work during our hotline hours, so we are coming to a library near you!You can visit the Master Gardeners at the following locations this summer! Bring your soil samples, insect/plants to be identified and ask your gardening questions!Soil Test $3 for the first sample and $1 for each additional samplePlant ID, Insect ID, Plant Disease ID-$5 each.Please bring exact change.Rosendale Library Saturday July 11Woodstock Library Saturday July 18Gardiner Libary Saturday July 25Stone Ridge Library Saturday August 22Ellenville Library September 12 Courtney Churchill, cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, September 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= ​2026 Cut Flower Webinar Series Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of topics relevant to both new and experienced growers. All webinars will be recorded.Pre-Registration Required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registrationPrice: FreeTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDates:January 21, 2026: The Only Thing That Stays the Same is ChangeFebruary 18, 2026: Wily Weeds: Plan now to outwit them next yearMarch 18, 2026: Regenerative Agriculture 101: Connecting Core Principles to Cut-Flower ProductionApril 15, 2026: Lavender ProductionMay 20, 2026: Local Cut Flowers for WeddingsJune 17, 2026: Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop ProductionJuly 15, 2026: Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower ProductionAugust 19, 2026: Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer NeedsSeptember 16, 2026: Mischievous MildewsOctober 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones Register FreeAll webinars will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm SUNY Ulster, 491 Cottekill Road , Stone Ridge, New York 12484 Fall is the best time to plant perennials, trees and shrubs! The Master Gardener Program holds its Annual Plant Sale, a fundraiser for the Demonstration Gardens and Meadow.The Plant Sale will offer an array of plants from the Demonstration Gardens, plus perennials, shrubs, trees and even houseplants grown by the Master Gardeners! Cash or Check accepted.. Courtney Churchill, cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, September 21, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Operations Committee Meeting The Board's Operations Committee Meeting precedes the general body meeting. These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 5 PM beginning with the March meeting each year.At Large Meeting of the Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County.These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 6 PM. These meetings are open to the public. Please contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director if you're interested in attending. Advanced notice is requested, but not required to attend. The public may participate from any posted location.Volunteer with the Board of DirectorsIf you're interested in joining the Board of Directors, participating in a committee, or becoming a program advisor, contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director. Our Nominating Committee recruits and evaluates potential Board candidates. Melanie Forstrom, maf357@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 320 ========================================= Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms strengthen agritourism operations, manage risk, enhance visitor experiences, and improve long-term business sustainability. Topics span farm safety, marketing platforms, labor regulations, insurance considerations, customer experience, and season extension strategies.Webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. 2026 Webinar Schedule February 10: Crisis Management & Emergency PlanningMarch 10: Using HipcampApril 14: Farm Safety for Agritourism OperationsMay 12: Labor Laws for Agritourism OperationsJune 9: Website User ExperienceJuly 14: Extending the Agritourism SeasonAugust 11: Agritourism on Dairy FarmsSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep Dive into Agritourism InsuranceWebinars made possible through funding from the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, October 20, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= ​2026 Cut Flower Webinar Series Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of topics relevant to both new and experienced growers. All webinars will be recorded.Pre-Registration Required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registrationPrice: FreeTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDates:January 21, 2026: The Only Thing That Stays the Same is ChangeFebruary 18, 2026: Wily Weeds: Plan now to outwit them next yearMarch 18, 2026: Regenerative Agriculture 101: Connecting Core Principles to Cut-Flower ProductionApril 15, 2026: Lavender ProductionMay 20, 2026: Local Cut Flowers for WeddingsJune 17, 2026: Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop ProductionJuly 15, 2026: Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower ProductionAugust 19, 2026: Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer NeedsSeptember 16, 2026: Mischievous MildewsOctober 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones Register FreeAll webinars will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Value-Added Food Production 101: From Product Safety to Business Growth Wednesday, October 28, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm CCE Ulster, 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) , Kingston, New York 12401 Are you interested in starting a value-added food business or taking the next step with a food product idea? Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County for an in-person educational program designed for beginning food entrepreneurs, aspiring food processors, and producers exploring value-added food production.This workshop will help participants better understand key considerations involved in developing, producing, and growing a food product business. The program will cover important topics related to food safety, shelf stability, and product development, while also helping participants think strategically about production, distribution, and retail. With a focus on sequencing early decisions, the workshop will provide a practical framework for protecting capital, supporting informed decision-making, and keeping future business options open. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of their next steps and a more disciplined approach to bringing their food product to market.Our Speakers: Cynthia James, Extension Support Specialist III, Cornell Food Venture Center/Institute for Food Safety at Cornell UniversitySince 2018, Cynthia James has worked with Cornell’s Extension programming at the Cornell Food Venture Center at Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. In this role, she works directly with food manufacturers and the Process Authority to help validate products for safety and stability and support their path to market.Cynthia has designed and delivered numerous online, virtual, and in-person training programs through eCornell and the Institute for Food Safety at Cornell University, focusing on food safety, product development, and regulatory requirements. She brings more than 20 years of experience in sustainable food systems, including organic food production for direct-to-consumer markets and educational programming for new farmers, urban gardeners, food processors, adult learners, college students, and youth.During this program, Cynthia will discuss key factors that influence product safety and shelf life for unrefrigerated products such as juices, salsas, pickles, smoked meats, kombucha, and other value-added foods. Participants are welcome to bring questions and product samples for discussion.Jack Acree, Food Brand AdvisorJack Acree is a Hudson Valley-based food brand advisor with 35 years of experience building food brands from the ground up and helping others do the same. He has been part of the founding teams of three brands whose combined retail sales now exceed $4 billion: Terra Chips, ALEXIA Foods, and Saffron Road Foods.Today, Jack works as a fractional commercial advisor to emerging natural food brands, helping founders sequence their growth before the market does it for them. He has served on the Specialty Food Association’s Board of Directors for eight years and has been a fixture in the natural food trade for more than three decades.Jack will lead a session focused on strategic growth for early-stage food businesses. He will help participants think through key decisions related to product, production, distribution, and retail in a way that supports intentional growth, protects business resources, and builds a stronger foundation for long-term success.Jayme Schultz, Kitchen Operations Manager at Hudson Valley Open KitchenJayme Schultz will share insights on commercial kitchen access, operations, and key considerations for small-scale food producers interested in using shared kitchen space.Angie Constant, Taste NY Market Manager at the Capital Region Welcome CenterAngie Constant will provide an overview of the Taste NY program, including market readiness, vendor requirements, and the process for becoming a vendor at the Taste NY Market at the Capital Region Welcome Center.Participants are welcome to bring questions and product samples for discussion. $15 Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://www.cceevents.org/e/value-added-food-production-101-from-product-safet ========================================= Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, November 10, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms strengthen agritourism operations, manage risk, enhance visitor experiences, and improve long-term business sustainability. Topics span farm safety, marketing platforms, labor regulations, insurance considerations, customer experience, and season extension strategies.Webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. 2026 Webinar Schedule February 10: Crisis Management & Emergency PlanningMarch 10: Using HipcampApril 14: Farm Safety for Agritourism OperationsMay 12: Labor Laws for Agritourism OperationsJune 9: Website User ExperienceJuly 14: Extending the Agritourism SeasonAugust 11: Agritourism on Dairy FarmsSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep Dive into Agritourism InsuranceWebinars made possible through funding from the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Office Closed in Observance Wednesday, November 11, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd , Kingston, NY 12401 2026 January 19, 2026 - Dr. MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 16, 2026 - Presidents' DayMay 25, 2026 - Memorial DayJune 19, 2026 - JuneteenthJuly 3, 2026 - Independence Day WeekendSeptember 7, 2026 - Labor DayNovember 26 and 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 24, 2026 - Closing at 12noonAll workdays from December 25 through January 1, 2027Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 9:00am Pat D, pod6@cornell.edu, (845) 340 3990 ext. 311 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, November 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Operations Committee Meeting The Board's Operations Committee Meeting precedes the general body meeting. These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 5 PM beginning with the March meeting each year.At Large Meeting of the Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County.These meetings take place the third Monday of every other month starting at 6 PM. These meetings are open to the public. Please contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director if you're interested in attending. Advanced notice is requested, but not required to attend. The public may participate from any posted location.Volunteer with the Board of DirectorsIf you're interested in joining the Board of Directors, participating in a committee, or becoming a program advisor, contact Melanie Forstrom, Executive Director. Our Nominating Committee recruits and evaluates potential Board candidates. Melanie Forstrom, maf357@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 320 ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= ​2026 Cut Flower Webinar Series Wednesday, November 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of topics relevant to both new and experienced growers. All webinars will be recorded.Pre-Registration Required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registrationPrice: FreeTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDates:January 21, 2026: The Only Thing That Stays the Same is ChangeFebruary 18, 2026: Wily Weeds: Plan now to outwit them next yearMarch 18, 2026: Regenerative Agriculture 101: Connecting Core Principles to Cut-Flower ProductionApril 15, 2026: Lavender ProductionMay 20, 2026: Local Cut Flowers for WeddingsJune 17, 2026: Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop ProductionJuly 15, 2026: Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower ProductionAugust 19, 2026: Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer NeedsSeptember 16, 2026: Mischievous MildewsOctober 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones Register FreeAll webinars will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Office Closed in Observance Thursday, November 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd , Kingston, NY 12401 2026 January 19, 2026 - Dr. MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 16, 2026 - Presidents' DayMay 25, 2026 - Memorial DayJune 19, 2026 - JuneteenthJuly 3, 2026 - Independence Day WeekendSeptember 7, 2026 - Labor DayNovember 26 and 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 24, 2026 - Closing at 12noonAll workdays from December 25 through January 1, 2027Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 9:00am Pat D, pod6@cornell.edu, (845) 340 3990 ext. 311 ========================================= Office Closed in Observance Friday, November 27, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd , Kingston, NY 12401 2026 January 19, 2026 - Dr. MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 16, 2026 - Presidents' DayMay 25, 2026 - Memorial DayJune 19, 2026 - JuneteenthJuly 3, 2026 - Independence Day WeekendSeptember 7, 2026 - Labor DayNovember 26 and 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 24, 2026 - Closing at 12noonAll workdays from December 25 through January 1, 2027Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 9:00am Pat D, pod6@cornell.edu, (845) 340 3990 ext. 311 ========================================= Agritourism Webinar Series Tuesday, December 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms strengthen agritourism operations, manage risk, enhance visitor experiences, and improve long-term business sustainability. Topics span farm safety, marketing platforms, labor regulations, insurance considerations, customer experience, and season extension strategies.Webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. 2026 Webinar Schedule February 10: Crisis Management & Emergency PlanningMarch 10: Using HipcampApril 14: Farm Safety for Agritourism OperationsMay 12: Labor Laws for Agritourism OperationsJune 9: Website User ExperienceJuly 14: Extending the Agritourism SeasonAugust 11: Agritourism on Dairy FarmsSeptember 8: Hosting Kids CampsOctober 13: Understanding Agricultural AssessmentsNovember 10: Using Online PlatformsDecember 8: Deep Dive into Agritourism InsuranceWebinars made possible through funding from the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vva8X-mARbGZxG7NS27_FA#/registration ========================================= Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, December 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Cooperative Extension system, organizations and businesses which support agricultural operations across New York State. The list of topics and dates are listed below:January 20, 2026: Intro to a Business Plan with the Niagara SBDCFebruary 17, 2026: General MarketingMarch 17, 2026: How to Create a Marketing Plan with Agency29April 21, 2026: 20C Versus Home Processor Exemption OverviewsMay 19, 2026: Getting to Know Your CustomerJune 16, 2026: Social Media OverviewJuly 21, 2026: Leveraging AI for Digital Marketing and Content CreationAugust 18, 2026: Produce Auctions: Are They Right for Me?September 15, 2026: Grant Writing 101October 20, 2026: Business Structures 101 with COUGHLIN & GERHART, LLPNovember 17, 2026: How to Evaluate Market OpportunitiesDecember 15, 2026: Overview of Market Channels & Requirements for ParticipationAll sessions will be recorded. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16QeE482RVa9kRwkYoOZ5Q#/registration ========================================= ​2026 Cut Flower Webinar Series Wednesday, December 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event 2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of topics relevant to both new and experienced growers. All webinars will be recorded.Pre-Registration Required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registrationPrice: FreeTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDates:January 21, 2026: The Only Thing That Stays the Same is ChangeFebruary 18, 2026: Wily Weeds: Plan now to outwit them next yearMarch 18, 2026: Regenerative Agriculture 101: Connecting Core Principles to Cut-Flower ProductionApril 15, 2026: Lavender ProductionMay 20, 2026: Local Cut Flowers for WeddingsJune 17, 2026: Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop ProductionJuly 15, 2026: Using Beneficial Insects in High Tunnel Cut Flower ProductionAugust 19, 2026: Analyzing Soil Test Results and Calculating Fertilizer NeedsSeptember 16, 2026: Mischievous MildewsOctober 21, 2026: Forcing TulipsNovember 18, 2026: Growing Gorgeous Dahlias the Regenerative Farmer’s WayDecember 16, 2026: High Tunnels: Ranunculus and Anemones Register FreeAll webinars will be recorded and links shared. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting. Free Uliana Ahashkova, ua38@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext.390 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-NBSilfISga_DRdiObJj4g#/registration ========================================= Office Closed in Observance Friday, December 25, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd , Kingston, NY 12401 2026 January 19, 2026 - Dr. MLK, Jr. DayFebruary 16, 2026 - Presidents' DayMay 25, 2026 - Memorial DayJune 19, 2026 - JuneteenthJuly 3, 2026 - Independence Day WeekendSeptember 7, 2026 - Labor DayNovember 26 and 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving HolidayDecember 24, 2026 - Closing at 12noonAll workdays from December 25 through January 1, 2027Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 9:00am Pat D, pod6@cornell.edu, (845) 340 3990 ext. 311 =========================================