New York State has implemented new import requirements for all domestic animals coming into the state following detections of New World Screwworm in Texas and New Mexico The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is restricting the … [Read more...]
It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week In NYS
This week is Invasive Species Awareness Week in New York State. The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Agriculture and Markets are offering free public events, including webinars, hands-on workshops, and guided … [Read more...]
Two Animal Shelters Receiving State Funding To Improve Their Facilities
Two animal shelters in Chautauqua County are receiving state funding to improve their facilities. The Chautauqua County Humane Society will receive $500,000 to improve sanitation and upgrade the walls and floors. The Northern Chautauqua Canine … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Encouraged To Stay Alert For Cases Of Avian Flu In Wild Birds, Animals
New Yorkers are encouraged to stay alert for cases of avian flu in wild birds and animals in the state. The State Department of Environmental Conservation says wild bird mortalities from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) increased during … [Read more...]
Sofia Russo Named New Agriculture Program Coordinator At CCE Chautauqua
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County has announced that Sofia Russo is their new Agriculture Program Coordinator. CCE Chautauqua has been undergoing an internal capacity study which has led to innovative growth and positive … [Read more...]
Cornell Co-Op Ext Receives Funding To Help Transport Kids To The County Fair
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is receiving funding to help transports kids to the County Fair. The $21,000 in funding from the State Department of Agriculture and Markets is part of $2 million statewide dedicated to promote … [Read more...]
Cucumbers Recalled Due To Salmonella Concerns
Consumers are being alerted to possible salmonella in cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and the New York State Department of Health said the cucumbers were distributed by Fresh Start … [Read more...]
FDA Suspends Program That Tests Milk, Dairy Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has suspended its quality control program that tests milk and other dairy products. An FDA spokesperson confirmed in a statement to USA TODAY that the Food Emergency Response Network Proficiency Testing … [Read more...]
FDA Recalls Forestville Business’ Pumpkin Juice Due to Botulism Concerns
Walker’s Wine Juice LLC of Forestville is recalling its pumpkin juice due to botulism contamination concerns. Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, … [Read more...]
NYS Ag and Markets Announces New Testing Requirements for Poultry In Live Bird Markets
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has announced that it is implementing new testing requirements for all poultry entering New York’s live bird markets. The requirements are part of Ag and Markets’ aggressive, proactive … [Read more...]
