Laser Scarecrows in Sweet Corn Session at the 2021 Empire State Producers Expo
Julie Kikkert, Team Leader, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Cornell Vegetable Program
From the 2021 Empire State Producers Expo, a recording of Laser Scarecrows to Deter Birds in Sweet Corn. Featured speakers are Dr. Rebecca Brown, University of Rhode Island, Jeremy Perkins, Bird Control Group, and Nick Stanton, Stanton's Feura Farm. Chuck Bornt from Cornell Cooperative Extension moderates the session. The presentation by Dr. Ali Nafchi has been edited out at his request.
Video Transcript: Bird Control in Sweet Corn with Laser Scarecrows (pdf; 193KB)
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Indoor Mushroom Cultivation, Post-Harvest Handling, and Food Safety
June 6, 2024
Buffalo, NY
This workshop is intended for mushroom producers and those considering mushroom production. Hosted by CCE Wyoming County the workshop includes a tour and discussion of Flat#12 Mushroom production process, from substrate to sales, including their food safety plan creation, implementation, and the audit process. Alternative production methods will also be discussed.