Category: Pest Control
Workshop to explore organic pest and pollinator strategies in Florida
An upcoming workshop will offer Florida growers tips on organic pest and pollinator management. Get details and learn how to register now.
Rodent attack: battling rat, squirrel and gopher damage
Rodent control in orchards, fields and vineyards is key to protecting crops from damage. Get effective strategies to safeguard your crops.
MSU to offer webinar on organic pesticides
Join MSU’s free webinar on Nov. 6 to learn organic-approved pesticide strategies and IPM tools for organic farmers and service providers.
Corteva to split seed and crop protection businesses in 2026
Corteva will separate its seed and crop protection businesses in 2026 to better serve farmers. Learn how the move will impact growers.
MSU to host organic pest management field day Aug. 20
Join MSU’s Organic Pest Management Field Day on Aug. 20 to see hands-on demos and research in action. Register now to reserve your spot.
Webinar to highlight organic research on soil health, pest management
An organic farming research webinar on June 17 will explore soil health, pest control and cropping systems. Get more details and register now.
Wish Farms making a difference with berries
Florida’s Wish Farms has been growing and shipping berries for four generations. Learn how the farm diversified to include organic offerings.
For sustainability, Gallo implements laser bird deterrent technology
E & J Gallo Winery, which markets itself as a leader in sustainable practices in viticulture, has taken another step toward innovation with the adoption of a bird deterrent system.
Southeast pest management plan published for strawberries
Southeastern strawberry growers can learn the latest in pest management through the release of the Pest Management Strategic Plan for Strawberries in the Southeast (PMSP).
USDA SWD biopesticide development grant given to MSU
A Michigan State University researcher has received a $325,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop a yeast-based biopesticide that targets spotted wing drosophila (SWD), an invasive pest of berries, winegrapes and tree fruits.
Deadline approaching for Southeast Regional conference early registration
Early registration is ending soon for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference.
Renaissance BioScience biopesticide wins innovation recognition
Bioengineering company Renaissance BioScience has won Crop Protection Solution of the Year in the fifth annual Global Awards program conducted by AgTech Breakthrough, a market intelligence organization that recognizes innovation in global agriculture and food technology.
Georgia officials detect invasive spotted lanternfly
Spotted lanternflies (SLF), an invasive and destructive pest that affects many tree nuts, fruit and vegetables, have been discovered in Georgia.
USDA to construct ag research center in Davis, California
The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) broke ground on the Agricultural Research and Technology Center (ARTC) in Davis, California, marking a new phase in agricultural innovation. The modern facility will centralize ARS labs currently at the University of California, Davis, and support advances in climate resilience, water scarcity solutions, pest management, and crop preservation.
Clemson aims to ease organic transition for South Carolina farmers
Juan McAllister, a personal chef from Georgia, owns his grandfather’s farm in Effingham, South Carolina. He wants to grow healthy, organic food.
Vidalia onion grower A&M Farms trials tech, grows organics
A&M Farms is a grower and shipper of Vidalia onions. Learn how the Georgia farm is harnessing technology, including autonomous robots.