Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County puts knowledge to work in pursuit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability and social well-being.
Putnam County, NY
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The Spotted Lanternfly is a significant economic and lifestyle pest for residents, businesses, tourism, forestry, and agriculture.
Learn about the Spotted Lanternfly and what you can do to help prevent the spread of this invasive species.
nysipm.cornell.edu/.../invas…
Putnam CCE retweeted
CCE summer interns gathered last week to share their success stories with campus faculty and extension staff. Our interns made big impacts across New York state and we're so proud of what they have achieved!
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At the grocery store, make sure to keep raw meat, poultry, and seafood away from fresh produce and other food to avoid spreading harmful germs. Learn more at cdc.gov/foodsafety/education…
Putnam CCE retweeted
It's just about time to start packing school lunchboxes again! When planning out your kids meals, keep these tips in mind to prevent foodborne illness. Find more back to school food safety, visit foodsafety.gov
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Apply for a native wildflower seed grant! Learn more and submit your applications by October 1st, 2022 at pollinator.org/native-seed-g….
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Putnam County is under a heat advisory until Friday night. Here are some ways and places to stay cool: ow.ly/IZA750KbBan
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Come to Putnam County to explore all it has to offer! Fahnestock State Park, Hudson Highlands State park, Tilly Foster Farm, Putnam County Trailway and the Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park is just the start!
#discoverputnam
Putnam CCE retweeted
Putnam CCE Announces More Scholarship Recipients at 4-H Showcase @CCEPUTNAM bit.ly/3PAbCaB
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Backyard composting is easy and can take just 10 minutes a week. Composting keeps food and yard waste out of your garbage and creates a rich soil amendment just steps from your garden. Order your backyard composter at putnamcountyny.com/recycling.
@CCEPUTNAM
Putnam CCE retweeted
Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s through the weekend. Here are a few ways to stay healthy in the heat over the next few days and some places where you can cool off.
Putnam CCE retweeted
For the second consecutive summer, the 'Spongy Month' (formerly known as Gypsy Moth) is rampant in New York state. Which plants do they prefer & how can you get rid of this "poster child for #invasivespecies"? Tips & info from @NYSIPM. #NationalMothWeek nysipm.cornell.edu/whats-bug…
ALT What's bugging you? The Spongy moth. Over 100 years ago, Spongy Moth caterpillars were brought into the U.S. for research as a possible source for silk production.
Putnam CCE retweeted
Bee or fly? The pollinators in the pictures below are flies! Drone flies masquerade as bees with various striping patterns that are almost perfect matches to many bee species. They are such good bee mimics that they even have similar flight and nectaring behaviors as bumble bees!
Putnam CCE retweeted
Found #InvasiveSpecies while out and about? Let #NYiMapInvasives know! Reporting to iMap is easy: create a free acct & submit from your smartphone or desktop OR use the public reporting form. Knowing where invasives are is the 1st step to stopping them: on.ny.gov/305nh9v.
ALT A person sitting in a canoe in the middle of the lake. They are holding up a string of aquatic invasive water chestnut
Putnam CCE retweeted
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Calling all #NYFarmers! Join an upcoming #NYsoilhealth & climate resiliency field day near you! The statewide event series continues through August 2022. ctt.ac/SFlfp+
ALT 2022 NY Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Field Days July - August. See fielddays.newyorksoilhealth.org for full details.
Putnam CCE retweeted
Have you heard of the 3 Ds of mosquito prevention?
✔️Drain standing water around your home
✔️Dress in light colored, loose fitting clothing
✔️Defend with an EPA registered repellent
Find more information at nysipm.cornell.edu/whats-bug…
Putnam CCE retweeted
USA Today ran a story on Saturday about Spotted lanternfly helping increase awareness in the US. The article features our Invasive Species Specialist Brian Eshenaur @BrianEshenaur @nysipm. Kudos to Brian! usatoday.com/story/news/nati…
Putnam CCE retweeted
Are you growing tomatoes or squash in your garden this summer? We’ve got some IPM for you! Join us on July 1 and learn how to identify common tomato diseases in your garden, and what you can do to avoid the dreaded squash vine borer! blogs.cornell.edu/nysipm/cal…
ALT Hands holding tomatoes
Putnam CCE retweeted
Mosquitoes usually just a nuisance, but they can sometimes transmit disease. Take these steps to reduce mosquitoes:
-Eliminate standing water in your yard
-Turn over containers where water can collect
-Make sure all windows & doors have screens
Read more: health.ny.gov/diseases/west_…
Putnam CCE retweeted
Backyard composting is easy and can take just 10 minutes a week. Composting keeps food and yard waste out of your garbage and creates a rich soil amendment just steps from your garden. Order your backyard composter at putnamcountyny.com/recycling.
@CCEPUTNAM
