CCE of Suffolk improves individual lives by strengthening families, building skills and confidence of young people, educating people to take action against breast cancer and diabetes, helping farmers and fishermen maintain economically and environmentally sound businesses. CCE improves communities by beautifying them with plant life, protecting Long Island shorelines and waters, helping control insects and other outdoor and indoor pests with minimal use of chemical pesticides.

A uniquely American invention, Cooperative Extension was created in 1914 as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s land grant university system to provide continuing education to people in their homes and communities. The land grant institution in New York is Cornell University, one of the world’s leading research institutions. So while Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County delivers services especially designed to meet local needs, we can call on resources throughout the state and the country.