Agriculture

Farms in Dutchess County have a very diverse array of agricultural commodities including: tree fruits, berries, grapes, vegetables, field crops, biofuel crops, maple syrup, dairy products, meat, poultry, eggs, bedding and garden plants, Christmas trees, horses and other horticultural products. Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County provides research-based educational resources and technical assistance to the commercial agriculture producers, which helps to ensure high quality products while sustaining agricultural economic viability.  Our Agriculture Program staff work to provide information on the following issues and areas: 

• Soil Testing

• Livestock Education

• Equine Education

• Pasture Management

• Dutchess County Animal Response Program 

• Agricultural Districts

• 2011 Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

• 2011 Farmers Markets in Dutchess County

• 2011 Farm Produce Listing in Dutchess County and Pick Your Own 

Due to 2011 county budget cuts and loss of staff, we can no longer offer support in the the following areas. We have provided some links that might be helpful to you:

• Biomass and Alternative Energy

• Biomass for Home Heating

• Commercial Field Crop Production

• Commercial Vegetable Production 

Click here for more agricultural resources, including information on honey bees, fruits, forest owners, disaster preparedness and small farms.