Keep Stink Bugs Out
Keep Stink Bugs Out The brown marmorated stink bug is a non-native insect unintentionally introduced to the United States around 30 years ago. Stink bugs feed on a variety…
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How to Prevent Tick Bites This Fall
How to Prevent Tick Bites This Fall Ixodes scapularis With the cooler weather, fall is a great time to get outdoors. Maybe you’re thinking of conducting your science or…
The 2025 Tick Academy Connects the World of Tick Research Through Presentations from Leading Experts
The 2025 Tick Academy Connects the World of Tick Research Through Presentations from Leading Experts The event offers a unique opportunity to connect with professionals across the fields of public…
Creating a Rodent IPM Plan for Your School
Creating a Rodent IPM Plan for Your School Rats and mice are a common issue in and around schools. They cause damage by chewing, scratching, depositing waste and potentially triggering…
Why IPM for Mosquitoes is More Important Now Than Ever
Why IPM for Mosquitoes is More Important Now Than Ever Egg raft of the northern house mosquito Culex pipiens Linnaeus. Credit: Lawrence E. Reeves, University of Florida As global temperatures…
Engaging High School Students in Science Using Ticks
Engaging High School Students in Science Using Ticks by Ted Snyder, BCE My student, Josh, was so excited to see me on Monday. This was part way through second semester…
Teaching Biocontrol of Invasive Species
Teaching Biocontrol of Invasive Species In October, the North Central School IPM Working Group successfully piloted two invasive species curricula in classrooms, generating a rich and impactful learning environment for…
Interview with Hillary Peterson
Pest Defense Interview with Hillary Peterson Dr. Hillary Peterson is the IPM Specialist in the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. In her role as IPM Specialist, Hillary takes…
Interview with Susannah Krysko
Pest Defense Interview with Susannah Krysko Pest Defense asked Susannah Krysko of the Northeastern IPM Center, NYS IPM Program and StopPests in Housing about her work related to IPM in…
Interview with Justin Hegarty
Pest Defense Interview with Justin Hegarty Justin Hegarty is an environmental engineer and the executive director of the Milwaukee area nonprofit Reflo. Pest Defense asked Hegarty questions about Reflo’s work…