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Tick IPM & New Approaches to Fly Thresholds on Cattle
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This webinar will explore two timely livestock IPM topics: managing ticks on cattle and rethinking traditional fly thresholds. With changing tick pressures and new insights into cattle behavior and pest impacts, this session offers updated, practical guidance to help producers make more effective, evidence-based management decisions. The webinar will be presented by Dr. Cassandra Olds.…
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Deerworm and Flukes for Small Ruminants
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Join Dr. Mary Smith (Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine) and Dr. Rachel White (UMaine Cooperative Extension) to learn about the pests deerworm and fluke in small ruminants. This free online webinar will cover the common signs of deerworms and flukes, life cycle of the pests, prevention and management strategies, and additional resources. Register at the…
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Flies and Biting Insects on Horses—Managing the Persistent Pests
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Filth flies and biting insects are among the most common and persistent pests around horses and stables. This session will cover the identification, biology, and management of key species. Learn practical, integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to reduce pest pressure, protect horse health, and improve comfort and productivity through sustainable control approaches. The webinar will…
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Cornell IPM Marks 40 Years of Protecting Crops, Communities
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The invasive spotted lanternfly officially hit home this year, appearing on Cornell’s Ithaca campus and across the Finger Lakes region. Its presence is especially concerning for local vineyards, as this pest poses a serious threat to grape production. But for Cornell IPM, this is exactly the kind of challenge it was built to face. Established…
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2025 Cut Flower Webinar Series: What Pest Do I Have On My Cut Flower Operation?
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The Cornell Cooperative Extension Cut Flower Program Work Team invites you to join our 2025 Cut Flower Webinar Series. This comprehensive series offers a wealth of knowledge and practical skills to help you elevate your flower farming business. From marketing strategies to pest management, crop production to post-harvest care, our expert-led webinars cover all aspects…
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Tiny Heroes: Hummingbirds Guard Small Farms from Invasive Berry Pests
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In a promising development for small farmers, recent research reveals that the humble hummingbird could play a crucial role in combating invasive pests that threaten berry crops. The presence of hummingbirds can be harnessed as a natural pest control method, offering an environmentally friendly solution for small-scale farmers. Invasive pests have posed a significant challenge…
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Can Ladybugs Control Your Cabbage Pests?
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The cabbage industry in New York State is worth about $60 million annually, a statistic that is threatened by the cabbage looper: a pest capable of creating massive yield loss. Farmers are looking for sustainable alternatives to chemical insecticides, which have the potential to build up resistance, impact non-target organisms, and incur a heavy bill…
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