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Cornell Cooperative Extension

Columbia and Greene Counties

  • Agriculture & Natural Resources
  • Family & Consumer Sciences
  • Gardening
  • Climate Change & the Environment
  • 4-H & Youth Development
  • Taste NY
Squash Bug nymphs

Squash bug nymphs

Western Conifer Seed Bug
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Western Conifer Seed Bug

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Nuisance Species

Poison Ivy 
Toxicodendron radicans

Poison Ivy

Eastern poison ivy is expected to become more widespread in Central New York due to global climate change. Learn how to identify it, here.

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bed bug 
Cimex lectularius

Bed Bugs

Bed Bugs are small insects that can inhabit bedrooms and hotel rooms. They feed on blood and their bites can cause a rash. Learn how to identify and manage them, here.

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boxelder bug 
Boisea trivittata

Boxelder Bugs

Boxelder Bugs (Boisea trivittata) are nuisance pests. Their feces can stain light colored surfaces and smashing them can also release an unpleasant odor. Learn how to identify and manage them, here.

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Western Conifer Seed Bug

The Western Conifer Seed Bug

These nuisance pests find their way into homes during the end of summer and early fall looking for a place to spend the winter. They emit a foul-smelling odor when disturbed, handled, or crushed/squished.

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Last updated May 10, 2021

Nuisance Species

  • Bed Bugs
  • Boxelder Bugs
  • Poison Ivy
  • Squash Bug
  • Western Conifer Seed Bugs

Events

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  • Ask a Master Gardener: Weeds, Bugs, and Blights—Oh My! Q&A
    Tuesday, June 17
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Outdoor Mushroom Farming Series
    Thursday, June 26
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Silvopasture Field Day
    Thursday, July 10
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Outdoor Mushroom Farming Series
    Thursday, July 17
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Cornell Cooperative Extension
Columbia and Greene Counties

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Acra, New York 12405
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