Master Gardeners

Master Gardening training series to be offered this fall beginning October 1st. Register by September 21.

CCE’s Master Gardener Volunteer program is an integral part of educational programs for home, school and community gardeners at all levels of expertise.

This unique volunteer program has become internationally recognized and programs exist across North America including throughout NYS, through Cornell’s Department of Horticulture.

Master Gardener Volunteers complete a 45-hour minimum basic horticulture training course to build a common foundation in soil science, composting, botany, insect biology, plant diseases, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), wildlife management as well as best practices in cultivating vegetables, fruits, herbs, houseplants, trees and shrubs.

Training often expands beyond horticulture content to included skill development in communication, community leadership, peer education and working with specific audiences such as children and youth or older adults.

If you would like to reach beyond your garden gate to help individuals, families and communities in your area achieve gardening success that leads to a healthier life and environmental stewardship; contact the Steuben County CCE Master Gardener Volunteer program at 607-664-2300

Last updated August 29, 2015