Keep Stink Bugs Out

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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…

How to Prevent Tick Bites This Fall

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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…

Creating a Rodent IPM Plan for Your School

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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…

Teaching Biocontrol of Invasive Species

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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

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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

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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

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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…