ALL ABOUT INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (I.P.M) & LAWN CARE
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a systematic approach to managing pests that focuses on long-term prevention or suppression with minimal impact on human health, the environment, and non-target organisms. IPM incorporates all reasonable measures to prevent pest problems by properly identifying pests, monitoring population dynamics, and utilizing cultural, physical, biological, or chemical pest population control methods to reduce pests to acceptable levels.
To practice IPM, you need an understanding of insects, weeds, and other pests in and around your home. NYS Lawn Care Applicators are certified to identify and treat accordingly.
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM)
IPM_Fact_Sheet.PDF
What it is, how it works and why pesticides must remain an option
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a pest control system developed by professionals in which pests are identified, all possible control options are evaluated and selected control(s) are implemented. An IPM program stresses the prevention of pest problems and the judicious use of pesticides when necessary.
IN DEPTH REVIEW ON PEST MANAGEMENT ALTERNATIVES FOR URBAN LANDSCAPES
PestManagement.PDF
Integrated Pest Management by David J. Shetlar of Ohio State University
ABOUT THE NYS IPM PROGRAM
by Michael P. Hoffmann, Director
We encourage people to adopt a sustainable approach to managing pests, combining methods that minimize economics, health and environmental risks.
The IPM strategy integrates the use of several pest-suppression technologies, including:
Biological Control: Beneficial organisms, such as insect predators
Cultural Techniques: Practices such as crop rotation, sanitation
Mechanical and Physical Methods: Screens, traps, cultivation, and temperature modification
Chemical Management: Judicious use of pesticides and other pesticides
Genetic Methods: Traditional selective breeding and new biotechnology practices that produce pest-resistant varieties.
Regulatory Control: State and Federal regulations that prevent the spread of pest organisms.
The New York State IPM Program funds projects to improve IPM strategies and offers educational programs and resources.
Many organizations and individuals assist in this effort. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Cornell University, and Cornell Cooperative Extension jointly fund the NYS IPM Program.
For more information:
NEW YORK INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IMP) PROGRAM
NYS Agricultural Experiment Station
Geneva, NY 14456
Phone: (315) 787-2353 or 1-800- 635-8356
Fax: (315) 787-2360
Email: nysipm@cornell.edu
http://nysipm.cornell.edu
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