June 2025 | Vol. 17 Issue 6

PLANT-GROW-SHARE A ROW

CCE Steuben is excited to launch the "Plant – Grow – Share A Row" program!

Is your garden overflowing with fresh produce? Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Join our new initiative to share the bounty with neighbors in need!

Use the QR codes to:

Sign up for the program
Find local donation drop-off locations

Have questions? We’re here to help!

Email: steuben@cornell.edu

Call: 607-664-2301

Let’s grow together and make a difference—one row at a time!

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June is National Fruit and Vegetable Month!

June is here, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate National Fruit and Vegetable Month with fresh, seasonal produce!

Many fruits and vegetables reach their peak in June, which means they’re not only more flavorful and nutrient-rich, but also more affordable. It’s a great opportunity to visit your local farmers’ market and stock up on your favorites.

Once you’ve brought home your bounty, proper storage is key to keeping your produce fresh longer. Did you know some fruits and vegetables are best kept on the counter, while others do better in the pantry or fridge? To get the most out of your haul, check out the Produce Storage Tip Sheet for smart storage tips.

Want to extend the life of your produce even further? Learn how to freeze your farmers’ market finds with this helpful guide: Tips to Freeze Your Farmers’ Market Finds

Ready to enjoy the fruits (and veggies) of your shopping trip? Try out some of the nutritious and delicious recipes below featuring seasonal ingredients from your market haul!

· Strawberry Salsa

· Summer Squash Tuna Pasta Salad

· Zucchini Stir-Fry

· Herb-Stuffed Mushrooms

· Corn, Blueberry, and Wild Rice Salad

Visit www.snapedny.org for more tips and resources to help you and your family save time, save money, and eat healthy!

Master Food Preserver Registration Deadline Extended until June 2nd!

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Show Your 4-H Pride!

Support your local 4-H program and look great doing it! New 4-H t-shirts and sweatshirts are now available for purchase.

Every item helps fund programs that empower youth and grow the leaders of tomorrow.

4-H is BEYOND Ready to cultivate confidence, character, and leadership in our future changemakers.

Grab your gear today and wear it proudly! Order by June 5th

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Steuben Youth Shine at 2025 NY State 4-H State Shoot

Bath, NY – The 2025 New York State 4-H State Shoot, held May 16–18 at the Bath Rod and Gun Club, brought together 41 talented youth from nine counties across the state to compete in a weekend of marksmanship and sportsmanship. The event served as the official qualifier for youth hoping to represent New York at the national 4-H shooting sports competition.

Steuben County 4-H participants delivered a standout performance, competing in 39 events and bringing home an impressive 21 medals across first, second, and third place finishes. Their dedication and skill were on full display, highlighting the strength of local youth in the statewide 4-H shooting sports program.

The event would not have been possible without the support of over 20 volunteers from across the state, who generously gave their time and expertise to help make the weekend safe, successful, and memorable for all participants.

A huge thank you goes out to Bath Rod and Gun Club for hosting the competition and for their unwavering support of the 4-H Shooting Sports program. Their facilities and hospitality played a vital role in making this event a success.

As these young competitors set their sights on nationals, the future of shooting sports in New York looks brighter than ever.

For more information on the 4-H Shooting Sports Program in New York, visit your local Cornell Cooperative Extension office.

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County Enrollment, Subscription, and Support

The Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program with Cornell Cooperative Extension offers educational programming and research based information to agricultural producers, growers, and agribusinesses in the five county region of Southwestern New York.

Our specialists work with Cornell Faculty and Extension Educators statewide to address the issues that impact the agricultural industry and provide services to farms of all sizes and production techniques. The educational programming and support that we offer ranges from workshops to on-farm events, and includes one-on-one consultations. Our program is designed to meet the rapidly changing needs of our region's diverse agricultural community.

For more information, contact any of the specialists.

Please support CCE Steuben by signing up for their enrollment programs.

Reach out to CCE-Steuben at 607-664-2300 and ask about enrollment.

The enrollment form can be found online, here.

The Cornell Vegetable Program works with Cornell faculty and Extension educators to address the issues that impact the New York vegetable industry. The team offers educational programs and information to growers, processors, and agribusiness professionals in pest management, variety evaluation, cultural practices, market development, and farm food safety.

Cornell Vegetable Program Specialists expertise includes processing vegetables, fresh market vegetables, weed science, soil health, food safety, organic, marketing, greenhouses and high tunnels.

Learn more about the specialists HERE.

To enroll click here.

The Finger Lakes Grape Program (FLGP) is a regional extension program of Cornell Cooperative Extension serving the grape and wine industry of the Finger Lakes.

The staff of the Finger Lakes Grape Program is committed to providing grape growers in the Finger Lakes and beyond with cutting edge, research-based information to help them improve the productivity and sustainability of their vineyards and the quality of the fruit that they produce. We work with researchers and extension staff from Cornell and other institutions to create informative extension materials and programs that help to keep grape growing a viable and profitable industry that enhances the communities of the Finger Lakes and upstate New York.

Learn more about the specialist HERE.

To enroll click here.