Month: May 2017

Keep Off the Grass? IPM for Anyone With a Lawnmower

Now that spring has arrived and you’ve dusted off the lawn mower … PUBLISHED ON MAY 3RD, 2017, CANTON, N.Y. | Courtesy Paul Hetzler, CCE St. Lawrence County As a kid of about five, I became suspicious of lawns. In a rare moment of TV viewing, I had seen a public-service ad wherein a bundle…Continue Reading Keep Off the Grass? IPM for Anyone With a Lawnmower

iMapInvasives Training

“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” –Helen Keller Do you go outside? Then the NY Natural Heritage Program is looking for you to help map invasive species! And they are providing free training throughout the state for your convenience. And it is easier than ever to contribute to this…Continue Reading iMapInvasives Training

Inspired leadership, advocacy on bed bug front = Excellence in IPM award

Every few weeks we take a moment to introduce yet another exceptional person who exemplifies the best of IPM — and receives an award to honor it. The year: 2008. The place: Nassau County, New York — the Village of Hempstead in particular. As Nassau’s assistant district attorney (ADA) for community affairs, René Fiechter wanted…Continue Reading Inspired leadership, advocacy on bed bug front = Excellence in IPM award

Stop Pests in Housing IPM Conference — Bed Bugs, Cockroaches and Mice, Oh My

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” –  Benjamin Franklin Do you work with public housing? Inevitably, pest issues come up. Knowing how to prevent problems and what to do when an issue arises can help save time and money while reducing human health risks. The May 31st “Stop Pests in Housing Conference” at…Continue Reading Stop Pests in Housing IPM Conference — Bed Bugs, Cockroaches and Mice, Oh My