The NY Birds and Bees Protection Act, enacted in 2023, is phasing out many uses of neonicotinoid insecticides including some seed treatments and uses on outdoor ornamental plants and turf. Concerning ornamental plants, as ...
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Westchester County will offer Certified Tree Steward Training on Tuesdays, April 25-Friday, May 5, 2025. The two-week program will cover such topics as tree biology, urban forestry, weed science, and abiotic and ...
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This one-day conference is designed for tree care professionals, arborists, and enthusiasts including tree wardens, urban foresters, foresters, landscape architects, volunteers, and shade tree committee members.This year’s topics include: How Utility Companies Prepare by ...
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This insect has been challenging to address, and we have made excellent progress on several fronts. In today’s presentation we will cover the problem caused by HWA, the research that has gone into development ...
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We’d like to let you know about an upcoming webinar from the EPA on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 from 2-3:30pm. Trees play an important role in the health of bees and other pollinators. They ...
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Trees are an integral part of our ecosystem, but they face many threats from invasive insects and diseases. Keeping trees healthy using integrated pest management (IPM) requires an understanding of the tree species and ...
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Representatives from Ag & Markets, DEC and Cornell’s IPM Program recently provided an update on Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) via Facebook and Instagram. The experts shared tips with viewers on combatting SLF on their properties ...
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Learn about the research we are doing at the Cornell AgriTech farm and how it will benefit Christmas tree growers. This event will also feature research on Phytophthora being done by Timothy Waller of ...
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Box Tree Moth Compliance Agreement, including its goals, implementation strategies, and the roles of various stakeholders. Attendees will also learn practical tips for complying with the agreement and ...
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Register now for this program at Planting Fields (Long Island) featuring Dr. Michael A. Dirr, a world-renowned horticulturist, lecturer, and author from the University of Georgia. With numerous publications to his credit, including the ...
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This year’s theme is “Fruit IPM for the Home Garden and Landscapes” and will be held at the Extension Office in Voorheesville and Indian Ladder Farms – and also available on-line. Registration is open! ...
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Join the monthly phone meeting of the NY Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) on Wednesday, April 24 from 10:45am to 12:15pm. Rob Cole, DEC Supervising Forester, will be presenting updates on Southern ...
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