Public invited to weigh in on agricultural plan for Ontario County

Feb 19, 2018

The plan promotes growth and development of agricultural businesses within the county.

The draft of an updated Agricultural Enhancement Plan for Ontario County is available for public review and comment. The plan promotes growth and development of agricultural businesses within the county. The latest version is an update of the original plan adopted by the county Board of Supervisors in 2000.

A public Information meeting and open house will take place Monday, Feb. 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Ontario County Safety Training Facility, 2914 County Road 48, in Hopewell (County Road 48 is near Ontario County Complex on County Road 46).

The draft plan is available for review at all public libraries in Ontario County and in Canandaigua at Ontario County Planning Department, 20 Ontario St.; Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County, 480 N. Main St.; and Ontario County Soil & Water Conservation District, 480 N. Main St..

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Video: Spider Mite Control with Predatory Mites (Neoseiulus californicus)

The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is an effective natural enemy of various species of spider mites, including the two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae). As a key player in biological pest control, this predator helps growers protect their crops sustainably.

How does Neoseiulus californicus work?

•Specializes in targeting the larval and nymphal stages of spider mites.

•Also consumes spider mite eggs, ensuring population control.

•Detects prey through webbing and leaf damage rather than sight.

•Feeds by sucking out the contents of its prey.

Why use Neoseiulus californicus for spider mite control?

•Highly adaptable to different environments, including warm and dry conditions.

•Works as both a preventive and curative solution for spider mite infestations.

•Complements other predatory mites, such as Phytoseiulus persimilis, for integrated pest management (IPM).

•A natural, sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides.