We conducted trainings across NY to educate farmers on the
biology, epidemiology, sampling and testing, impacts, and management of SCN to
help farmers reduce risk to losses from this pest by making the best and most
economical management decisions. Most sessions were virtual (due to COVID),
open to surrounding states, and recordings made publicly available. Each training
session reached about 20–200 stakeholders each, and 710 farmers in total.
Participating producers did 1) understand the importance of
testing and implement regular testing of their fields, 2) understand how to
interpret test results and implement appropriate management actions according
to results , and 3) understand all integrated pest management options available
and implement the best strategy for their individual situations.