The recent explosion of bed bug problems can only be resolved with awareness and prevention, said a Cornell expert speaking to reporters Sept. 14. And beware of recycled furniture, she said.
The Cornell Elves, a program that started with holiday giving but now has extended to supporting area schoolchildren when school starts, gave out a record number of backpacks this year: 449. (Sept. 13, 2010)
Ricky Panzer '13 and Alex Friedman '13 have launched a nonprofit organization called Signature Donations, and their first project was to purchase shoes for orphans in Zambia. (Sept. 9, 2010)
Cornell researchers are working hard to eradicate plum pox virus from New York as it can destroy orchards of peaches, plums and apricots. (Sept. 8, 2010)
A new website gives growers and consumers up-to-date information on research about the Swede midge, which in insect whose infestations can destroy cruciferous vegetables. (Sept. 8, 2010)
The Cornell China Dairy Institute, a four-week program, launched Sept. 6 just east of Beijing to give Chinese dairy veterinarians an opportunity to learn about American veterinary practices. (Sept. 8, 2010)
Collegetown ART, of the student-run Sustainability Hub, has installed two waste and recycling stations to beautify Collegetown. The waste receptacles are adorned with local art. (Sept. 7, 2010)
Rust to Green New York State is partnering students and faculty with the people of former industrial cities to help their communities grow and become more livable, healthy and sustainable. (Sept. 2, 2010)