Agriculture and Horticulture Contacts

Stephanie D. Radin

Agriculture/Horticulture Program Leader

Commercial Horticulture, Christmas Tree Production, S.W.A.T.

sradin@cornell.edu

(845) 677-8223 x104

Jennifer Fimbel

Agriculture Resource Educator

Livestock Production, Equine Management, Pasture Management, DC Animal Response Education Program

jlf20@cornell.edu

(845) 677-8223 x118

Cheryl Hearty

Community Horticulture, Master Gardener Coordinator

cah43@cornell.edu

(845) 677-8223 x134

Nancy Halas

Senior Administrative Assistant

nh26@cornell.edu

(845) 677-8223 x115

Community Horticulture Events

Vegetable Gardening A-Z (Series 1)

Date: Saturday February 11

Description: This 5 session class in Millbrook covers the fundamentals of growing vegetables, from selecting varieties and planting seeds and transplants, to growing and harvesting. We will look at how to protect your garden from pests both big and tiny and cover techniques such as growing beds,...

A-Z Vegetable Gardening (Series 2)

Date: Thursday February 16

Description: This 5 session class in Wappingers Falls covers the fundamentals of growing vegetables, from selecting varieties and planting seeds and transplants, to growing and harvesting. We will look at how to protect your garden from pests both big and tiny and cover techniques such as growing beds,...

Philadelphia Flower Show Bus Trip

Date: Tuesday March 06

Description: The theme this year is "Hawaii- Islands of Aloha". The cost is $70 per person which includes transportation and admission. We will be leaving from the Farm & Home Center on Rt. 44 in Millbrook promptly at 8 AM and returning home at approximately 9:30 PM. Pre-registration is required. ...

Farm & Home Center Demonstration Garden Helpers

We have created a new volunteer position for those that would like to help maintain our demonstration gardens, but aren't able to make the commitment to become a Master Gardener volunteer. Our demo garden helpers work alongside MG volunteers during the growing season. Tasks include planting, mulching, weeding, pruning, edging, staking and cleanup. There is no time commitment and demo garden helpers can volunteer for as many hours as they wish. Before participating, demo garden helpers will receive an orientation to CCE and instructions on how to care for our gardens. This is a great way to learn more about gardening!

Interested parties must complete and submit an application, along with two completed reference forms to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . An interview will then be set up. Before applying, please read the Demonstration Garden Helper Position Description.

Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.