We focus on the biology and management of economically important insects. This includes invasive pests such as spotted wing Drosophila, and native pests such as blueberry stem gall wasp. Pollination is also critical for production of most berry crops, and we are investigating the ecology and management of wild bees and honey bees, and developing Integrated Crop Pollination strategies for sustainable fruit production. We conduct evaluations of insecticide efficacy in laboratory, greenhouse, research station, and farm settings to guide our IPM recommendations for berry crop growers.
.@michiganstateu is searching for a Farm Manager for the #PlantPathology and #Entomology farm. Please apply here: https://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/521124/farm-manager-ii The application period will close on December 10th. @MartinChilvers1 @hausbec1 @MSU_PSM @MSUAgBio @CANRatMSU
I presented on mentoring that day, so the T-shirt was in honor of Jeremy McNeil.
Scenes from an inspiring #EntSoc24. Great to catch up with lab alumni, watch our students present, hear the latest bug science, and welcome new president @LinaBernaola. And try a driverless car.
The Japanese Friendship Garden is only 20 min walk from #EntSoc24.
$11 entry for students.