Specialty Crops IPM

Research is rooted in community ecology and trophic level interactions. Studies are focused on the ecology of plants, invasive insects, predator-prey interactions and biological control, insect-vectored plant pathogens, reservoir habitats, plant volatiles, and interactions between below- and above-ground communities. Learn More

Horticultural IPM

Focused on applying knowledge of insect ecology towards real-world insect challenges faced by specialty crop producers in the north central region. Lab aims to incorporate stakeholder questions and needs into lab projects and have carried out successful on-farm research with collaborating farmers. Current efforts are focused on informing insect management in mint, celery, and small fruit production systems. Learn More