Success with Laser Scarecrows
Event Details
Date
March 22, 2022
Time
9:00am - 10:30am
Location
Zoom Webinar
Host
Eastern New York Commercial HorticultureChuck Bornt
585-859-6213
email Chuck Bornt
Newly improved laser scarecrow kits will again be available for 2022 for those who wish to partner with our research. This workshop will feature a presentation by Rebecca Nelson Brown and David Brown of the University of Rhode Island about the laser scarecrow and what improvements have been made for 2022. Cornell Cooperative Extension Educators Chuck Bornt and Julie Kikkert will share their experiences testing the devices on New York farms. We will also open the floor to cooperating growers to share their tips for success on the farm.
COST AND REGISTRATION:
This online event is FREE! Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. The link will be in your confirmation email. Register at https://cvp.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=1632
MORE INFORMATION:
Rebecca Nelson Brown
University of Rhode Island
brownreb@uri.edu or 401-874-2755
Julie Kikkert
CCE Cornell Vegetable Program
jrk2@cornell.edu or 585-394-3977 ext. 404
Chuck Bornt
CCE Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program
cdb13@cornell.edu or 585-859-6213
Apples
Apricots
Asian Pears
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Gooseberries
Nectarines
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Raspberries / Blackberries
Strawberries
Unusual Fruit
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