Incorporating allelopathic cover crops, soil steaming, and biochar herbicide protection pods (HPPs) for integrated weed management and improved soil health in tomato
Dr. Te Ming (Paul) Tseng and his team found that integrating soil steaming, biochar pods, and mulches improves tomato weed control.
MyIPM for Vegetables App
MyIPM for Vegetables was developed to provide growers and Extension professionals with a mobile-friendly, science-based IPM tool for managing diseases and insect pests in cucurbit and tomato production across the Southeast.
Southern Region Delusional Infestation Working Group
The Southern Region Delusional Infestation Working Group sought to equip Extension agents and pest management professionals to help individuals with suspected delusional infestation.
Management of Insecticide-Resistant Western Flower Thrips in Fruiting Vegetables
Jim Walgenbach and his team from North Carolina State University studied sustainable pest management practices for Western flower thrips.
Integrating Pest and Pollinator Management Strategies for Ornamental Plant Production Project
Adam Dale, Jaret Daniels, and Bernadette Mach’s team studied insecticide effects on monarchs to help nursery growers manage oleander aphids while protecting pollinators.
Pecan Leaf Dieback Working Group
The Pecan Leaf Dieback Working Group sought to close knowledge gaps and to make significant positive impacts to the pecan industry through collaboration.
MyIPM For Vegetables Team
MyIPM for Vegetables supplies producers with IPM information for disease and insect management in cucurbits and tomatoes. The app also provides visual and audio content to facilitate pest and disease identification in the field.
Dr. Nupur Sarkar, Dr. Lina Bernaola, and the Bernaola Lab
Implementing Plant Varietal Resistance for Management of the Invasive Rice Delphacid
Eddie McGriff
Eddie’s work has primarily focused on integrated pest management for row crops, such as cotton, peanuts, and soybeans.
Sonja Swiger
Sonja has provided valuable training courses on vector identification, disease detection, and vector control.