Research on the development of tactics used in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs has been underway for more than 25 years at the North Florida Research and Education Center. Crops impacted by this research include soybeans, peanuts, small grains, tomatoes, peppers, pecans and woody ornamentals. 

During this time research projects have focused on breeding crops for pest resistance, conservation and utilization of natural enemies, selective use of chemicals, use of cultural practices such as reflective mulches in tomato and pepper production to suppress pest infestations and development of a variety of pest monitoring techniques and treatment thresholds. 

For approximately the past 20 years, training sessions for pest management technicians (Field Scouts) have been conducted by NFREC personnel throughout north Florida. Crops for which training has been provided include cotton, forages, grain sorghum, peanuts, soybeans, tobacco and woody ornamentals. [Sprenkel]

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