Joellen Lampman, Community IPM Extension Support Specialist from the NYS Integrated Pest Management Program will discuss what we know about the impacts of ticks and tick-borne diseases on livestock in New York, steps being taken to learn more, and what we might do to mitigate risks for our stock and ourselves. Lynn Bliven, Ag & Natural Resources Issue Leader will lead discussion on managing ticks in pastures using a checklist of best tick management practices for livestock owners to reduce potential exposure. Attendees will receive a Don’t Get Ticked New York kit for their farm. There is no fee however preregistration is requested by Marh 11th. Please contact Lynn Bliven 585-268-7644 ext. 18 or email lao3@cornell.edu to register to attend.
Let’s Talk Ticks is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Allegany County (CCE-Allegany). The association is part of the national cooperative extension system, an educational partnership between County, State, and Federal governments. As New York’s land grant university Cornell administers the system in this state. For more information, call 585-268-7644 or visit our website at www.cce.cornell.edu/allegany. Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.
Photo credit: Lynn Bliven
Lynn A. Bliven
Agriculture & Natural Resources Issue Leader
Cornell Cooperative Extension Allegany County
5435A County Rd 48
Belmont, NY 14813
585-268-7644 ext. 18
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
