UGA Integrated Pest Management

How Insect Interactions Vary by Height in Turfgrass entomologytoday.org/2022/09/29/ins… via @EntsocAmerica @Entomology_UGA @ShimatJoseph @ugaipm @UGA_CollegeofAg

Fall is the best time to plan nematode management strategies. Make a plan for 2023 based on soil samples, yield maps, and field observations to define field areas with a nematode issue. Managing nematodes takes an integrated approach over years not overnight #mscrops

The fibrous roots of #covercrops break up soil, improving water infiltration. bit.ly/2Hfs9zq #soilhealth

@ecojonesie @UGA_CollegeofAg @UGAExtension @UGAWarnell @southernipm @Bugwood @valdostastate The Joro Watch monitoring program (link above) is collecting data to better understand the current spread & distribution of Joro spiders, so your input would be very helpful! You can also report through the EDDMapS app available on iOS & Android platforms. Thank you @ecojonesie!

Joro spiders are nearly at their largest & most scary-looking stage! Can you tell the difference between other garden spiders? Learn more & report at the Joro Watch page: jorowatch.org @UGA_CollegeofAg @UGAExtension @UGAWarnell @southernipm @Bugwood @valdostastate

Calling all commercial blueberry growers! Join UGA experts virtually on October 13th to discuss factors impacting fruit quality in rabbiteye blueberries. See flyer below for more info! @UGAExtension

Spot on spraying- John Deere’s See & Spray technology will be available on a limited basis for 2023. What do university researchers and growers who have tested the targeted spray system have to say about it? farmprogress.com/sprayer/spot-s… @JohnDeere @GingerRowsey #agspraying

Did you know blueberries are a top commodity in Georgia? Well, a new invasive fruit fly does, and they are feasting on these fruits. Find out how we're working with @UGA_CollegeofAg to combat this pest with parasitic wasps: t.uga.edu/8ga

Are you in pest control and looking for educational resources, training materials and certification support? You're in luck! Our new team member is your go-to guide on pesticide safety: t.uga.edu/8ka

RT @ugapsep: 🚨CEU Opportunities!🚨 Prepare and review for the Cat. 24 O&T Exam (offered in English and Spanish) online or in person (Griffin…

RT @UGAExtension: Mark your calendar and join us on Sept. 28 in Watkinsville at the J. Phil Campbell Sr. Research and Education Center for…

The National Cattlemen's Beef Association & U.S. Department of Agriculture hosted a symposium on ticks, focusing on the Asian Longhorned Tick (ALT) and its potential impact on the U.S. cattle industry. Watch webinars now: ncba.org/producers/tick… #ticks #cattle @BeefUSA @USDA

Come out to @UGAGriffin for the @universityofga Turfgrass Field Day on August 3 from 8am-3pm to learn from UGA researchers and extension specialists how to best care for your lawn or golf course! More information about the #UGATurfFD22 event: t.uga.edu/8cP

The Southern Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Center has inducted @UGAExtension fruit pathologist Phil Brannen into the IPM Hall of Fame for his significant contributions to commercial fruit growers throughout the Southern U.S. over the past 30 years. morningagclips.com/uga-fruit-path…

RT @GAFirstLady: Yesterday, we got to welcome our first beehive to the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion! We’re looking forward to utilizin…

Time to scout #peanuts for lesser cornstalk borer. Rapid surge likely #insects farmprogress.com/peanuts/time-s… @UGAExtension

@Entomology_UGA Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants 🐞🐜

Insects have been featured in many films, from horror to kids' movies (let's face it, mostly horror 🙄). What's your favorite bug movie? Comment below! 👇🏾

Summer is approaching and so are the bloodsuckers! Listen to the latest episode of IPM On The Fly, where @UGAExtension public health specialist, Elmer Gray, talks about ways to ward off the world's most dangerous creature: podcast.ugaurbanag.com

Farmers now have a tool to help them diagnose and combat pests and diseases in row crops: the MyIPM app!📱👨‍🌾 Discover more at the link: t.uga.edu/88i @UGAExtension @ugaipm

RT @Entomology_UGA: #LiteratureNotice New review by grad student Christiana Huss covers the pros and cons of #intercropping for pest manage…