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The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Agriculture and Markets (AGM) today announced that the State’s 11th annual Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) begins Monday, June 3. This annual campaign encourages New Yorkers to learn more about and support the fight against the spread of invasive species. DEC and AGM are hosting free public events […]

Spotted lanternfly started to hatch in New York at the end of April. The invasive species is expected to show up more in parts of the state this year and can be dangerous for some key New York crops. Brian Eshenaur is a senior extension associate with the New York State Integrated Pest Management program. He […]

UTICA, NY  — The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation won a pair of New York State Emmys. In 2023, the Uninvited: The Spread of Invasive Species documentary was nominated for four Emmy Awards. Two DEC staff received their official Emmy Awards for producing in the “Documentary Topical” category: Josh Thiel – DEC Invasive Species Coordination Section Chief; […]