Check out these resources for insect management strategies, studies being conducted, and learn more on reducing insect problems.
Resource Guide for Organic Insect and Disease Management. This manual is from CornelUniversity and focuses on brassicas (cabbage, broccoli), cucurbits, lettuces, solanaceous crops (peppers, tomatoes) as well as information on 13 products that are allowed by the National Organic Program to facilitate pest management.
MichiganStateUniversity - Integrated Pest Management site This site offers information on resources for managing pests, as well as publications and trainings,
Michigan Organic Reporting Session 09'
- Abstract: Integrating Benefits of Organic Apple and Pork Production by Jim Koan and David Epstein. A pilot project integrating livestock and organic apple production and potential benefits for pest management.
This Little Piggy Eats Insects by David Epstein: a PowerPoint Presentation on a study of insect management in apple orchards with pigs.
Pigs Replace Pesticide in Battle Against Beetles: msnbc news article on Jim Koan's pigs.
Videos:
Attracting Beneficial Insects with Native Flowering Plants by Anna Fiedler, Julianna Tuell, Rufus Isaacs, and Doug Landis: a MSUE publication.
Wild Type Nursery Grows plants native to Michigan, from Michigan genotypes. Wildtype also provides ecological design & consulting services for the public.
Landscape Perspective on Biological Control by Megan Woltz: a PowerPoint on using natural enemies to keep unwanted pest populations low.
Trap Crops and Row Covers as Management Tools for Cucumber Beetle by Vicki Morrone: view management strategies for the Cucumber Beetle
Entomological Notes: Pests of Vegetables: This listing provides key insects pests for sweet corn, tomato, pepper, eggplant, beans etc...
Integrated Pest Management (IPA): Michigan State Sustainable Ag and Food Systems: This website contains information on managing pests, weather information, publications and trainings, organization inks, and special IPA projects.
Comment 'Design Criteria for Beneficial Insect Habitat' by Doug Landis