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.
Happy Earth Day!
The aftermath of 8 hours of frost protection in southern MI. I started seeing frost crystals at 11 pm due to clear skies, no wind, and humidity. Reminding myself how delicious Michigan strawberries are to get through the day đđĨļ
An exciting opportunity has become available in our department in Gainesville for a position in Urban Entomology. We are seeking candidates for the role of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Urban Entomology. Apply now! http://t.ly/9CFGP #UFBugs
Entomology grads/graduates: come work with me at @se_casc ! We're hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar to further climate adaptation research and synthesis on invertebrates, focusing on bees đđĻī¸đĄī¸