Our June First Friday talk is now available on YouTube. During our monthly First Friday events, experts share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management techniques (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. Sign up for Future What’s Bugging You First Friday…Continue Reading June “What’s Bugging You?” Videos – Weather & Mowing
As a global authority on community and agricultural pest management, we’re building a culture that embraces inclusivity, champions collaboration, and leverages world-class research and innovation to bring ecologically-friendly, sustainable pest management practices to New Yorkers. We’re changing lives and economies through extension and invite you to be a part of the transformation….Continue Reading Grape IPM Specialist Position Opening
The Asian Giant Hornet (AGH), dubiously nicknamed the “murder hornet,” has been the subject of memes and nightmares since it was discovered in the northwest region of Washington State in 2019. But despite the attention garnered by these ferocious-sounding buzzkills (see what we did there?), spotting one in New York is highly unlikely. Native to…Continue Reading It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, but It’s Probably not a Murder Hornet
Our May First Friday talk is now available on YouTube to watch at your convenience. In our What’s Bugging You? First Friday event series, experts share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. IPM Considerations…Continue Reading May “What’s Bugging You?” Videos – Composting & Spotted Lanternfly
2022 looks to be another banner year for spongy moth but next year will likely not be as bad. …Continue Reading Relief from Spongy Moth Irritation and Destruction on its Way
Take some time this week to learn about invasive species and how to participate in the fight against their negative impacts. Invasive species are plants, animals, insects, and pathogens that are not native to an area and cause harm to the environment, agriculture, economy, or public health. New York is particularly vulnerable to these pests…Continue Reading New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week!
Mosquitoes breed in standing water. Eliminate mosquito breeding sites on your property to reduce mosquito problems. …Continue Reading Got Mosquitoes? Eliminate Breeding Sources
We have two fantastic opportunities open for applications until June 1. Our new Fruit IPM Coordinator will work to expand knowledge and access to sustainable pest management solutions in all fruit crops of New York. Our new Livestock IPM Specialist will enable stakeholders to build knowledge and develop skills to successfully implement sustainable pest management…Continue Reading Fruit and Livestock IPM Job Application Deadlines Extended!
“It’s spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you’ve got it, you want — oh, you don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!” – Mark Twain After so many months of watching the whites, grays, and…Continue Reading What’s Bugging You? – Messy Gardens
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” – Chinese proverb When it comes to integrated pest management, we talk, a lot, about prevention. Keeping mice and brown marmorated stink bugs out is preferable to dealing with them once they’re in your house. So remember those…Continue Reading What’s Bugging You? – Missed Opportunities