We are Cornell Cooperative  Extension educators from across New York State working with  producers to improve the  profitability and productivity of local agricultural and horticultural  businesses. 

• Host professional development tours and seminars for field staff.

• Recognize members for outstanding educational programs and innovative field research.

• Represent Agricultural Extension field staff to Cornell Cooperative Extension Administration.

• Represent Agricultural Extension field staff to NYS and national legislators, and organizations such as the NYS Ag Society, NYS Farm Bureau, and the NYS Council of Ag Organizations.

• Provide scholarships to members for professional improvement.

Why join NYSACAA? It is a group of your peers dedicated to helping agriculture educators improve their skills, celebrate their professional excellence and expand their knowledge base. We host professional gatherings and tours across the state. See our membership brochure below.

Full members also belong to the National Association (NACAA) and frequently participate in National Conferences.   Extension professionals can present talks, posters, and apply for communications awards. Local tours and networking also abound and it is just plain fun! The benefits of membership in NACAA can be found at: https://www.nacaa.com/about/benefits.php.