LEAF: Biosecurity - Controlling Dangerous Germs Lurking on the Farm




Event Details

LEAF: Biosecurity- Controlling Dangerous Germs Lurking on the Farm

Date

October 2, 2024

Time

6pm - 8pm

Location

JCC Carnahan Center
241 James Ave
Jamestown, NY

Host

CCE Chautauqua

Emily Reynolds
716-664-9502 ext 201


LEAF: Biosecurity- Controlling Dangerous Germs Lurking on the Farm



LEAF: Biosecurity- Controlling Dangerous Germs Lurking on the Farm

LEAF: Biosecurity - Controlling Dangerous Germs Lurking on the Farm

Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM


It's inevitable: microbes like viruses and bacteria are everywhere! Luckily, most are harmless or helpful, but there are some diseases, such as the recent Avian Influenza outbreak, that we need to take steps to minimize on our farms for the safety of our food and families. CCE Livestock Specialist Amy Barkley will explain why biosecurity on our local farms is so important, the latest concerns to be aware of, research-based best practices to keep people and animals healthy, and more.

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Join in-person at the JCC Carnahan Center (241 James Ave, Jamestown) or watch virtually on Zoom.
Register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LE... or call 716-664-9502.

Cost: $5 per household

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Learn, Empower, Achieve, Farm (LEAF) workshops are adult education classes open to all. CCE-Chautauqua strives to diversify and grow agriculture in Chautauqua County by connecting our area's residents, homesteaders, and farmers to educational resources.


Registration fee: $5 per household. You can register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LEAF2024F_206




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