Happy Earth Day, Earth Week and Earth Year to you all! The 50th anniversary… incredible! IPM and Earth Day came from the same roots, the environmental movement that was burgeoning over a half century ago. The concept of IPM has come of age, and has permeated people’s approach to growing our food, managing schools, and…Continue Reading EARTH DAY 2020 – A Special Note from Director Jennifer Grant
Earth Day 2020 – IPMers Consider 50 Years of Caring and Action (part #2)
From Integrated Weed Management Specialist BRYAN BROWN: Spring is my favorite. Rushing streams. Birds singing. Bright green leaves. Earth Day reminds me to appreciate these simple pleasures and think about ways to protect them. Responsible pest management through IPM offers a way for farmers to keep those leaves bright green, while keeping our streams running clean, and our…Continue Reading Earth Day 2020 – IPMers Consider 50 Years of Caring and Action (part #2)
Invasive Species Are on the Move — Help Stop Them
It’s the 3rd Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) in New York. Groups statewide have sponsored activities July 10 – 16. We invite you to join in and learn how to protect your favorite natural areas. What’s at stake? Some of the greatest harm both to our environment and agriculture is caused by invasive plants and animals…Continue Reading Invasive Species Are on the Move — Help Stop Them