Tree Fruit and Small Fruit Twilight Meeting (Lyons, NY)

August 31, 2023


Join specialists Janet Van Zoeren, Anya Osatuke and Anna Wallis for a conversation about fruit and berry phenology and pest management. We will examine seasonal changes in tree fruit and berry crops, demonstrate scouting techniques, and discuss integrative pest management solutions to maximize the health and productivity of berry and fruit plantings.

Attendees are encouraged to bring pictures or descriptions of pests they are concerned about on their farm. This is the last meeting of the series for 2023.

1.5 DEC credits will be offered in categories 1a, 10, and 22. Please arrive at 6:45 pm to sign-in for DEC credits.

This event is free to attend, and no pre-registration is required. Questions? Please contact Anya Osatuke.

Urban Tree Health: New Pest and Disease Challenges

July 24, 2026
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Trees in urban environments can face unexpected challenges, including new insects and diseases. Join Cornell Integrated Pest Management, in collaboration with Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Cornell Cooperative Extension, to learn how to recognize and manage some of the most pressing IPM challenges in urban forests. 

Medicinal Farm Plants Workshop

August 2, 2026
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Staten Island, NY

Join Snug Harbor for a hands-on workshop with Urban Garden Specialist, Karen Guzman, as we explore medicinal plants growing on the farm! You'll get to see, smell, taste and learn how to grow and use them safely at home. 

Rochester Soil Health Day

September 1, 2026
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Rochester, NY

Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Harvest NY, New York State Soil Health, and Foodlink for interactive activities focused on soil health and an opportunity to get your garden soil screened for lead (reservation required).