Cornell Cooperative Extension

Monroe County
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Nutrition Program offers several varieties of cooking and nutrition education workshops.

Nutrition

The Cornell Cooperative Extension Nutrition Program offers several varieties of cooking and nutrition education workshops that are available to all residents of Monroe County.

Nutrition education can be tailored to your organization needs.  Or residents can jump into workshops or series consisting of 6-8 one hour classes at agencies/schools throughout the county, one time/one hour presentations on a particular topic,  and outreach displays at fairs, events, grocery stores etc. Among the topics offered are implementing MyPlate guidelines, cooking and planning low cost meals, smart food shopping, food safety and reading food labels. Goals of the programs include increasing fruit and vegetable consumption, decreasing sugary beverage consumption and attention to caloric balance and physical activity.

For specific information on how CCE Monroe's Nutrition program partners with educational institutions, healthcare agencies, housing developments, work wellness programs, and not for profit organizations, see the listed whitepapers below. 

During the growing and harvesting season Master Food Preserver training sessions and/or individual Food Preservation classes (as tomatoes or jams) may be offered to the public. Displays and/or tastings at local Farmers’ Markets are also available during the summer months.

Please check our website or call our office to find information about upcoming classes or to schedule a class for your particular group. You may also wish to fill out an Assistance Request Form and one of our team will reach out to you directly.

Looking for great, low cost recipes? Check out our recipe page and "how to" videos.


The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County Nutrition program is supported in part by Monroe County and generous donors. 

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Last updated August 26, 2025

Nutrition

Dietary Guidelines

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are the cornerstone of Federal nutrition policy and nutrition education activities. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are jointly issued and updated every 5 years by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). They provide authoritative advice about consuming fewer calories, making informed food choices, and being physically active to attain and maintain a healthy weight, reduce risk of chronic disease, and promote overall health.

http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/DietaryGuidelines.htm

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