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The Southern Region Integrated Pest Management Center (SRIPMC) fosters the development and adoption of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), a science-based approach to managing pests in ways that generate economic, environmental and human health benefits. We work in partnership with stakeholders from agricultural, urban and rural settings to identify and address regional priorities for research, education and outreach.

IPM South - the latest from our blog

Jan-18-2012 CABI compiles list of worst plant pests threatening world crops
Agricultural pests have long been considered one of the greatest threats to food security. Insect pests and diseases cause about a 40% loss in global production each year. And scientists warn that the problem will probably get worse.
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Jan-25-2012 Workshop targets pest management – Feb. 2
Mississippi State University Extension Service agriculture experts will address integrated pest management topics at a Feb. 2 workshop in Raymond, Miss.
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Funding Opportunities

Dec-1-2011 SRIPMC Critical Issues RFA Open
The Southern Region IPM Center offers funding for Critical and Emerging Issues. This RFA has no deadline and will be open for the entire FY 2011. Most awards are for no more than $5,000. Go to the RFA page to learn more about it.
Jan-04-2012 Southern Regional IPM Grant: Deadline February 29
The RFA for the 2012 Southern Regional IPM Competitive Grants Program is currently open. This program supports the continuum of research and extension efforts needed to increase the implementation of IPM methods. The RIPM program supports projects that develop individual pest control tactics, integrate individual tactics into an IPM system, and develop and implement extension and education programs. Deadline is Wednesday, February 29, 2012, at 5 PM Eastern Time. Continue reading
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Employment Opportunities

Jan-27-2012 Consumer Horticulture Extension Field Specialist II, Extension Service, South Dakota State University
SDSU Extension is offering an exciting career opportunity as a Consumer Horticulture Extension Field Specialist. They are looking for an individual to join us in growing and building our new regional extension center located in Rapid City, SD, by successfully engaging the public and bridging research to practice. Continue reading
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Insect pests can enter a house through even the smallest crack. Texas trains homeowners on how to prevent pests in the home through the ISEC Home Pest Management Program.

Director
Jim VanKirk
phone: 919-513-8179

Associate Director (Regulatory Issues)
Steve Toth
phone: 919-513-8189

Writer/Editor
Rosemary Hallberg
phone: 919-513-8182

Programmer
Sandy Sferrazza
phone: 919-513-0466

 
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Last updated: January 28, 2012