April 11, 2015

New Tick Borne Illness Discovered in Connecticut

There is a new tick borne illness that has been found on the Connecticut shoreline. According to the alerts I have read it is more severe and more readily transmitted than Lyme Disease.
There are a number of insecticides that can be used to control ticks in turf, but they are generally broad spectrum products that are not consistent with my management programs. They are more toxic than the reduced risk products I use on the golf course which are more selective and present minimal risk to mammals and birds.
I will be consulting state extension specialists to learn more about reduced risk tick control options. In the meantime I have included a link to a state publication on ticks, and what we can do to control ticks at Pine Orchard and protect our families from the diseases they spread. 

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