Valley Community Assn

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a community-based educational organization that is governed by a board of directors. Its programs offer information on agricultural production, economic development, youth leadership, nutrition, environmental resource management and public policies. The organization offers parenting classes on child discipline, anger management and family responsibilities. Its consumer horticulture program offers information on organic gardening, pruning, houseplants, plant diseases, pest management and fertilizers. The organization also offers workshops on health and food safety. Located in Batavia, N.Y., Cornell Cooperative Extension offers programs for youth in the age group of 8 to 19 years. Its youth activities include award trips, dairy bowls, public presentations, state fairs and community service projects.