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New Orleans 4th Annual Termite Academy Scheduled
January 20, 2012. The City of New Orleans and the Greater New Orleans Pest Control Association's 4th Annual Termite Academy is scheduled for February 7-9, 2012 in New Orleans. This Academy is a Louisiana Structural Board Commission accredited course. Brochure, agenda and registration form.
30th National Pesticide Forum Scheduled for March
January 18, 2012. The 30th National Pesticide Forum “Healthy Communities: Green Solutions for Safe Environments,” organized by Beyond Pesticides, is scheduled for March 30-31, 2012 at Yale University School of Forestry & Environmental Studies in New Haven, CT. Admission fees start at $35. More.
Latest Journal of Integrated Pest Management Issue Now Online
January 18, 2012. The Journal of Integrated Pest Management has been published online. Articles in this issue include: best management practices for invasive crane flies in NE US sod production, advancement of IPM in university housing, genetically engineering Bt corn and range expansion of the Western Bean Cutworm in the US, and designing an IPM research strategy to benefit poor producers and consumers in Honduras. More.
January School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
January 18, 2012. The January School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Superior Pest Elimination Applying IPM in New York Schools, Gain Recognition for your School's Asthma Management Program and Webinar Spreads the Word on Policies to Reduce School Pesticide Exposures. More.
NPMA Has Issued Solicitation for Grant Proposals
January 17, 2012. The National Pest Management Association's (NPMA's) charitable organization, the Pest Management Foundation, is collecting grant proposals related to structural pest management in urban and suburban environments. Worthwhile submissions will be eligible for a grant of up to $35,000. Submissions are due by February 17, 2012. More.
OREI Request for Applications Released
January 17, 2012. The Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) 2012 RFA has been released. Projects should enhance the ability of producers and processors who have already adopted organic standards to grow and market high quality organic agricultural products. Applications are due March 9, 2012. More.
Connecticut IPM Program Seeking Fruit IPM Extension Educator in Residence
January 12, 2012. The Connecticut IPM Program at the University of Connecticut has an opening for a Fruit IPM Extension Educator in Residence. The Educator will develop and conduct IPM educational programs for fruit growers statewide. Application deadline is February 15, 2012. More.
Northeastern IPM Center Seeking Development Specialist/Grants Manager
January 12, 2012. The Northeastern IPM Center is looking for a Development Specialist/Grants Manager. Projects include initiating and carrying out a plan to expand support, develop rapport with private foundations and corporations, and oversee internal grants processes. The position will be open until filled. More.
Upcoming PA Childcare Center Workshop
January 10, 2012. The “Eco-Healthy Futures for Childcare Centers” workshop will be held on February 22 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at Norristown Public Library in Norristown, PA. This workshop is open to Pennsylvania childcare center directors and representatives and will provide information on becoming more environmentally sustainable. More.
DPR Pest Management Alliance Grant Solicitation Open
January 9, 2012. Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR's) 2012/2013 Pest Management Alliance Grant Solicitation is now available. DPR is authorized to provide a total of $400,000 in funding for projects that focus on adoption and implementation of IPM practices in the suggested areas: air quality, groundwater quality, surface water quality, worker and public health and safety, environmental health, and wildlife health and habitat. Project concepts must be submitted by February 6, 2012. More.
Assured Environments Donates 10% of Profits to Charity
January 9, 2012. Assured Environments, a pest management company located in New York, donated ten percent of its 2011 profits to charitable organizations. Most donations went to New York-based charities like New York's Museum of Modern Art and FDNY Foundation, and a few to national organizations like Ronald McDonald House and the American Cancer Society. Assured offers a Green Shield Certified service to its customers upon request. More.
California DPH Compiles Indoor Pesticide Use Resources
January 6, 2012. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has put together useful resources, including new web pages and fact sheets, about indoor pesticide use in office buildings. Materials include tips to prevent worker illness from indoor pesticide exposure and managing pests with safer pest control options. More.
RFA Announced for Northeast Regional IPM Competitive Grants Program
January 5, 2012. The NIFA Northeast Regional IPM Competitive Grants Program has approximately $600,000 available to support projects that develop pest control tactics, integrate tactics into an IPM system and extend IPM information to others. A letter of intent is due February 3, 2012 and complete proposals are due February 29, 2012. More.
RFA for Southern Regional IPM Grant Released
January 5, 2012. The NIFA Southern Regional IPM Grant has approximately $800,000 that is available for research only, extension only or research and extension projects. All applications are due by February 29, 2012. More.
EPA Announces Tribal Schools Webinar Series
January 5, 2012. The US EPA Region 8 will host a Clean, Green and Healthy Schools webinar series every Wednesday for six weeks starting on January 18, 2012 at 3:30 MST. The webinar series will focus on issues important for schools that serve tribal communities. More info and registration.
NIFA Announces RFA for Regional IPM Competitive Grants Program
January 5, 2012. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has announced the release of FY 2012 RFAs for the Regional IPM (RIPM) Competitive Grants Program. The program supports research and extension efforts needed to increase the implementation of IPM methods. Applications must be received by grants.gov by 5 pm EST on February 29, 2012. More.
Free Webinar on Transitioning to Organic Land Care
January 3, 2012. The Sustainable Places Information Network is hosting a free webinar on January 10, 2012 at 11 am PST. David Alba, Organic Land Care Program Manager with Oregon Tilth, will speak about strategies for transitioning to organic land care. Presentation will contain Northwest-specific information, but will also cover more general pesticide reduction and alternative landscaping and maintenance practices for schools. More.
LSU AgCenter Announces Pesticide Educational Coordinator Position
January 3, 2012. The Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter has announced an opening for a Pesticide Educational Coordinator. This position will be responsible for coordinating statewide Pesticide Safety Education within the LSU AgCenter's Cooperative Extension Service. The position is open until January 6, 2012 or until a suitable candidate is identified. More.
IKE Seeks Contractor to Assist with School IPM
December 22 , 2011. The non-profit Indiana-based Improving Kids' Environment has put out an RFQ for an IPM Coordinator to help implement IPM in 10 demonstration schools in IN and OH. Responses are due January 30, 2012. More.
IPM Symposium Call for Post Abstracts Announced
December 22, 2011. The 7th International IPM Symposium, to be held March 27-29, 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee has announced that its poster abstract submission deadline is January 9, 2012. Abstracts must be submitted using the online submission form available here. Registration and accommodations information has also been added to the website.
NSAC Seeking Director of Development
December 19, 2011. The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) has an opening for a Director of Development. Based in their Washington, DC office, the Director of Development will raise NSAC's annual budget from a variety of sources and help manage the organization's finances. More.
Northeast IPM Center Hiring Grants and Signature Projects Manager
December 19, 2011. The Northeast IPM Center is searching for a Grants and Signature Projects Manager. Projects will include seeking private and public grant support for the Center and managing grants and their impacts, ensuring all funding and reporting requirements are met. The position runs through March 31, 2013 and can be extended contingent upon available funding. Application deadline is January 4, 2012. More.
Fall Northeast IPM Insights Published
December 19, 2011. The Northeastern IPM Center has published its fall edition of Northeast IPM Insights. The issue includes articles about dealing with bed bugs using dry ice pellets, Sysco's IPM program and research on controlling tiger mosquitoes. More.
National Pesticide Forum Scheduled for March
December 19, 2011. The 30th National Pesticide Forum, “Healthy Communities: Green Solutions for Safe Environments” will be held March 30-31, 2012 at Yale University's School of Forestry and Environmental Studies. The conference will focus on organic landcare, urban/suburban pesticide use, organic food and protective national, state and local policies. More.
December School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
December 14, 2011. The December School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Building Out Pests, Pest Presses Provide a Wealth of Information and Parents: Become an Advocate for IPM in your Child's School. More.
DPR Grant Solicitation to be Distributed in January
December 9, 2011. The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) will distribute the solicitation for the 2012/2013 Pest Management Alliance Grant the first week of January 2012. This grant will provide a total of $400,000 in funding for projects that increase implementation and adoption of IPM. More.
EPA Award for Asthma Management
December 9, 2011. The US EPA is calling for applications for the National Environmental Leadership Award in Asthma Management. Organizations should apply if their work addresses environmental triggers as part of a comprehensive asthma program, fosters high-performing collaborations and improves the daily lives of those with asthma by promoting a healthy environment. Applications are due February 21, 2012. More.
USDA Awards $5.7M for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Research
December 5, 2011. The US Department of Agriculture has awarded $5.7 million to ten institutions across the country to fund research on management of the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB). These insects caused total losses for some growers of sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, apples and peaches in 2010. Researchers have yet to find a reliable way to combat the BMSB and still protect other beneficial insects and maintain IPM. See the full article from the Northeastern IPM Center.
7th International IPM Symposium Scheduled for March
November 29, 2011. The 7th International IPM Symposium, “IPM on the World Stage—Solutions for Global Pest Challenges,” is scheduled for March 27-29, 2012 in Memphis, TN at the Memphis Cook Convention Center. Nominations for the “IPM Achievement Awards” are due by December 15, 2011. The deadline for poster presentation abstracts is January 9, 2012. More.
2012 NCUE Conference Scheduled for May
November 29, 2011. The 2012 National Conference on Urban Entomology (NCUE) will be held May 21-23, 2012 in Atlanta, GA. The conference emphasizes innovation and research in household, structural and public health arthropod pests. Conference pre-registration is due by April 12, 2012 and student scholarship applications are due January 15, 2012. More.
NRDC Announces Growing Green Awards
November 22, 2011. The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) announces its fourth annual Growing Green Awards to recognize leaders in the sustainable food field. Individuals are eligible in the following categories: food producer, business leader, food justice leader and young food leader. Nominations are due December 9, 2011. More.
EPA Virtual School Walkthrough Webinar on IAQ
November 21, 2011. The US EPA is facilitating a webinar on Friday, December 9, 2011 from 1-2:30 pm EST entitled “The Vitual School Walkthrough Webinar: Identifying and Solving Common IAQ Problems.” This webinar will teach participants how to take, interpret and use indoor air quality (IAQ) measurements and the importance of prioritizing IAQ issues. Send questions to the speakers (IAQTfSConnector@cadmusgroup.com ) by December 2, 2011. More information and register.
Holiday Bed Bug Prevention
November 17, 2011. The University of Minnesota's Bed Bug Hotline created a fact sheet summarizing their answers to the most common questions about preventing bed bugs during the holidays. The fact sheet includes tips such as using mattress encasements and not placing guests' coats on the bed. More.
Final Spending Bill Supports IPM
November 17, 2011. The House and Senate agriculture funding committees have convened a conference committee to resolve their differences. While final Senate action has not yet occurred, nothing will change in the Senate related to IPM funding in the final bill. Generally, IPM did better than expected in the conference. IPM Center funding is restored to 2010 levels, Extension funds dropped slightly from 2011 levels and NIFA IPM funding will be about $4 million. More.
November School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
November 16, 2011. The November School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Building Out Pests, Environmentally Conscious Schools Receive a Green Ribbon and EPA Releases School Siting Guidelines. More.
NIFA Announces Availability of BRAG Grant Funds
November 14, 2011. The US Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announces an RFA through its Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program (BRAG). Approximately $4 million in grant funds will be available to support environmental assessment research concerning the introduction of genetically engineered organisms into the environment. Letters of intent are due December 1, 2011 and full proposal applications are due February 1, 2012. More.
NIFA Grant Opportunities for IPM-Related Projects
November 10, 2011. US Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has several currently open grant opportunities that align with IPM strategies and priorities. Review the following RFAs to determine where your work might fit: Sustainable Bioenergy, AFRI (closes 12/15/11), Climate Variability and Change, AFRI (closes 12/16/11), Specialty Crop Research Initiative (closes 1/31/12) and Food Security, AFRI (closes 2/2/12).
Cornell Cooperative Extension Seeks Four Educators
November 9, 2011. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County is currently looking for four educators to work with farming communities in Eastern NY. Open positions are: Fruit Resource Educator, Vegetable Resource Educator, Organic Production Resource Educator and Agricultural Business Management and Land Use Senior Educator. All positions require at least an MS degree. More.
Upcoming Facility Masters Webcast on Green Ribbon Schools Program
November 8, 2011. The Facility Masters Webcast Series will present a webcast entitled “Green Ribbon Schools Program: Making the Energy Efficiency and Environmental Grade” on Thursday, November 17 at 12 pm EST. The webcast will discuss how to qualify and apply for the US Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Program, which promotes the implementation of healthy and sustainable practices and environmental literacy in the classroom. To register.
North Central IPM Center Announces RFA
November 3, 2011. The North Central IPM Center announced the release of its FY12 Working Group Grants Program Request for Applications (RFA). The application deadline is December 16, 2011. Proposals for Working Groups can request up to $20,000 in funding for a 12-month term. The lead project investigator submitting the proposal must reside in the North Central region, but Working Group participants can reside outside the region. More.
U.S. EPA SEE Program Seeks IPM Specialist
November 2, 2011. The U.S. EPA has announced an IPM Specialist position opening in their Senior Environmental Employment (SEE) Program. Responsibilities for this position include visiting with schools and districts to advance school IPM, verifying IPM in participating schools and responding to public inquiries about school IPM. Applicants must be 55 years of age or older. More (scroll down to positions in Chicago, IPM Specialist).
New Onion Thrips Control Factsheet Published by the AAFC
October 31, 2011. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has released a new factsheet entitled Optimizing Sprayer Efficiency to Improve Onion Thrips Control through their Pesticide Risk Reduction Program. The factsheet will soon be posted on their Sustainable Crop Protection Factsheet Series page.
Northeastern IPM Center Announces New Grant Funding
October 26, 2011. The Northeastern IPM Center has announced the availability of up to $200,000 in funding through the IPM Partnership Grants Program. Projects that qualify for this funding must foster the development and adoption of integrated pest management in one of these four categories: IPM Working Groups, IPM Issues, Regional IPM Publications and IPM Planning and Assessment Documents. Applications must be submitted online by December 14, 2011. More.
October School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
October 19, 2011. The October School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Building Out Pests, New School IPM Business Case and Asthma Documents Spread the Word About IPM Benefits and Three Texas School Districts Become IPM STAR Certified. More.
News 14 Carolina Covers New IPM in Schools Requirement
October 18, 2011. News 14 Carolina ran a story yesterday about the provision of the School Children Health Act in North Carolina that requires schools to implement an IPM program. News 14 interviewed Patty Alder, NC State University IPM training coordinator, about how IPM works and ways students and teachers can help keep pests out. More.
New PSEP Facebook Contest Announced
October 18, 2011. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension has announced a Facebook contest through their Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP). The grand prize is a copy of the Pest Private Eye game, Teacher's Guide, and Comic book for use in the classroom to teach about pests and IPM. To enter, “Like” the PSEP Facebook page and follow the instructions in the CONTEST post. The contest runs through October 21, 2011.
NOFA-NY Announces Call for Papers and Posters
October 17, 2011. The Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA-NY) is accepting paper and poster abstract submissions for their 2012 Northeast Organic Research Symposium, scheduled for January 19-20, 2012 in Saratoga Springs, NY. The goal of this event is to enhance relationships between farmers and researchers. Presentation abstracts are due by November 1, 2011. More.
Second International Organic Fruit Symposium Scheduled
October 17, 2011. The International Society of Horticultural Science is sponsoring the 2nd International Organic Fruit Symposium “Organic Fruit 2012: From Research to Practice” in Leavenworth, WA June 18-21, 2012. This research Symposium will deal with topics on the current and future state of organic fruit production and marketing. Abstracts are due in mid-December and presentations will be published in Acta Horticulturae. More.
Business Case and Asthma Documents Released
October 14, 2011. The National School IPM 2015 Steering Committee released two new documents on reducing your child's asthma using IPM and the business case for IPM in Schools, to educate schools and parents about the cost benefits and asthma reduction that can be achieved through IPM implementation.
University of California Seeks Senior Editor
October 6, 2011. The University of California is now recruiting a Senior Editor to work in the Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program (UC IPM) located in Davis, CA. The Senior Editor will be responsible for coordinating the development, updating, editing and production of the Pest Management Guidelines series of publications. This is the University of California's primary pest management data source for more than 40 agricultural crops, comprising more than 3,300 printed pages published online and in PDF. The position requisition number is 03006276. More.
7th International IPM Symposium Scheduled for March
October 3, 2011. The 7th International IPM Symposium, “IPM on the World Stage—Solutions for Global Pest Challenges,” is scheduled for March 27-29, 2012 in Memphis, TN at the Memphis Cook Convention Center. Nominations for the “Achievement in IPM Awards” are due by December 15, 2011. The call for poster presentation abstracts will be sent in late October. More.
North Central IPM Center's Newsletter Now Online
September 28, 2011. The fall issue of North Central IPM Center's Connection newsletter is now available online. Articles include Measuring IPM Performance in US Public Schools, Nebraska IPM in Schools, AEPA Solicits Regional Agriculture IPM Grants Proposals for 2011, EPA Takes Major Actions to Reduce Americans' Risks from Mouse and Rat Poisons, New PPLS Web Application, DuPont's Imprelis Fact Sheet, Severe Root Damage to Bt Corn Confirmed in Northwestern Illinois, North Central IPM Center Grants and Mini-Grants Program Awards 2007-2011, Stored Product Protection Publication and Educating the Public with “Expert Plant Picks” and Sustainable Lawn Care Posters. More.
IPM Voice September Newsletter Available
September 28, 2011. IPM Voice, an organization that advocates for progressive IPM, has released its September newsletter. The newsletter includes an update on IPM Voice's current efforts to educate policy makers about the need for continued and expanded support for IPM. The update includes figures compiled by Harold Coble illustrating a reduction in federal funding for IPM since 2000 despite the successes of IPM programs and IPM Centers. More.
RFA Released by the Western IPM Center
September 28, 2011. The Western IPM Center released a Request for Applications (RFA) for “Western IPM Center 2012 Competitive Grant Programs.” Programs available in this RFA include IPM Work Groups, Outreach and/or Publications and Surveys/Crop Profiles/Pest Management Strategic Plans. Applications are due on November 18. More.
IPM Cubed Extends Fall Session Course Discount
September 28, 2011. The IPM Cubed Training Consortium has extended their 33% discount on courses offered in fall 2011. Discounted courses include IPM Core Concepts Module, Pest Biology - Weeds, Pest Biology - Plant Diseases, Invasive Species Specialty Module, Imported Fire Ant IPM and IPM for Facility Managers and Supervisors. The fall session runs from October 3 - November 14 (except the IPM for Facility Managers course, which ends December 19). More.
National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN) to Hold Third National Meeting
September 22, 2011. The Third NPDN National Meeting will be held November 6-8 at the Doubletree Hotel and Executive Meeting Center in Berkeley, CA. The theme is “Next Gen NPDN” and the meeting will include symposia, workshops and field trips for professionals concerned with plant health issues, emerging pests and pathogens and biosecurity. More.
September School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
September 21 , 2011. The September School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Contracting for IPM Services in Schools, Facility Managers Learn IPM Tactics for Schools and 2011-2012 Pest Management Calendar Released. More.
IPM Innovator George Kennedy to be Honored in Reno
September 20, 2011. The Entomological Foundation is awarding Dr. George Kennedy with the 2011 Medal of Honor at its Awards Luau Reception on November 14 in Reno, NV. This event pays tribute to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding support and commitment to entomology. Dr. Kennedy is a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor of agriculture and department head at North Carolina State University. He uses his research on the ecology and life systems of arthropods that affect agricultural crops to enhance IPM. More.
Association of Applied IPM Ecologists (AAIE) to Hold Citrus Roundtable Meeting
September 12, 2011. The AAIE Citrus Roundtable meeting will be held September 28 at the Lindcove Citrus Research and Extension Center in Exeter, CA. Topics will include pest review for 2011, scale control issues, Asian Citrus Psyllid as well as other topics from the group. More.
Northeastern IPM Center Announces Urgent IPM Grant Program
September 12, 2011. The Northeastern IPM Center is pleased to announce the availability of funding for its new Urgent IPM Grant Program, which is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Approximately $50,000 is available in 2011 to fund up to five projects that quantify an emerging pest situation, develop IPM methods, or educate audiences about IPM. Each proposal is limited to $10,000. More.
University of California Seeks Urban IPM Advisor
August 29, 2011. The University of California is now recruiting a new urban IPM Advisor for the San Francisco Bay Area. The coordinator will be based in Alameda County but will work throughout the SF Bay Area counties. The emphasis of this position is pest management of arthropods in urban areas, but other pest issues such as weed, pathogen and vertebrate management are also included. More.
Addressing Potential Pest Issues Resulting from Hurricanes
August 26, 2011. The Southern IPM Center has posted a blog post on hurricanes and pests. The post features a checklist of tips for preparing for and managing potential pest issues that could result from a hurricane event. More.
Pesticide Safety and IPM Outreach Position Available
August 25, 2011. Pesticide safety and IPM outreach position available working for the Indian Health Service (IHS), based out of Spokane, WA. Job Duties include: educates growers, the public and schools about pesticide use restrictions in their area. Assist and/or trains field workers, pesticide applicators and pesticide producers; tribes and other Indian Health Service staff in Basic Integrated Pest Management. More.
Latest IPM Insights Newsletter Now Online
August 24, 2011. Headlines in the Summer 2011 issue of IPM Insights include: Swallow-wort Biocontrols Pass Test, Decoded Secret Betrays Berry Weevil, New IPM Partnerships for 2011, Spotted Wing Drosophila in the Northeast and More.
Post Doctoral Associate Position Available at University of Puerto Rico
August 15, 2011. A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the new Quarantine and Invasive Species Laboratory at the Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Puerto Rico, Jardín Botánico Sur, San Juan, Puerto Rico. The research associate will work on methods development and field data collection focused on invasive pests and their natural enemies. More.
Craig Watson Awarded James Beard Foundation Leadership Award
August 15, 2011. The James Beard Foundation has awarded Craig Watson with one of its ten inaugural Leadership Awards for his work to improve sustainable agriculture and IPM practices for Sysco's food products. This award reflects Craig leadership as Vice President of Sustainable Agriculture for Sysco. These awards recognize visionaries in the business, government and education sectors who have been responsible for creating a healthier, safer and more sustainable food world. More.
Documents from EPA's Tick IPM Conference Now Available
August 11, 2011. EPA sponsored the Promoting Community IPM for Preventing Tick-Borne Diseases conference this past March. The conference covered a broad array of topics related to the use of IPM to reduce tick-borne diseases. Key documents from the conference are now available online: More.
August School IPM 2015 eNewsletter Now Available
August 11, 2011. The August School IPM 2015 eNewsletter is now available online. This month's newsletter features articles on Pesticide Restrictions Provide New Opportunities for IPM, EPA PestWise Awards and the New Facility Masters Webcast and Nationwide Listserv. More.
HUD and EPA Grant Opportunities Available
August 9, 2011. The Office of Sustainable Housing and Communities (OSHC) administers three grant programs that help communities around the country achieve its mission of creating strong, sustainable communities by connecting housing to jobs, fostering local innovation, and helping to build a clean energy economy. Grant opportunities for FY2011 include Capacity Building for Sustainable Communities, Sustainable Communities Regional Planning Grants and Community Challenge Grants. More.
New York State IPM Seeks Nominations for its Annual
"Excellence in IPM Awards"
August 8, 2011. Candidates for Excellence in IPM Awards should be individuals or organizations in New York State whose work in IPM deserves special recognition. They might be awarded for developing new IPM tools; evaluating IPM methods in their operations, businesses, or organizations; encouraging demonstrations and adoption of IPM; promoting IPM and bolstering the adoption of IPM practices. More.
Severe Apple Scab Affecting Pennsylvania Crop
August 8, 2011. Dr. Henry Ngugi, in the Department of Pathology at Penn State University, said he has recently seen two commercial orchards with complete apple scab control failure in Pennsylvania. Ngugi states that if the level of devastation from scab reoccurs in the coming years, it would threaten the Pennsylvania apple industry. More.
USDA APHIS Proclaims August as 'Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month'
August 8, 2011. During August, USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will raise awareness about the threat that invasive plant pests and diseases pose to America's agricultural and natural resources, and will urge residents to help stop their spread. Throughout the month, APHIS will stress that "individual citizens play a vital role protecting U.S. agriculture and the environment from invasive pests." More.
Free School IPM Webcast on August 17th
August 5, 2011. Facility Masters is hosting an interactive webcast entitled “Effective Integrated Pest Management for Safeguarding Kitchens, Cafeterias and Classrooms” on Wednesday, August 17, 2011, from 12:00 – 1:15 pm EDT. Attendees will hear from IPM experts as they discuss best practices for identifying, eliminating and preventing common pests and factors contributing to pest problems in kitchens, cafeterias and classrooms. More.
EPA Announces Regional Ag IPM Grants
August 4, 2011. EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP), in coordination with the EPA Regional Offices, announces the availability of approximately $500,000 for assistance agreements to further, through research, development, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, or studies, the adoption of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches to reduce pesticide risk in production agriculture settings in the United States.More.
EPA PESP Awards Application Deadline Extended
August 2, 2011. In June EPA's Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program announced the new PESP Awards program that is currently underway. The deadline for award applications has been extended to August 19th. This program is designed to recognize partners and stakeholders who are advancing IPM and pesticide risk reduction. The awards will provide public recognition of partners and stakeholders for their commitment to IPM and provide an opportunity for IPM stakeholders to showcase their accomplishments in promoting IPM. More.
