Grow Pro Series: Integrated Control of Thrips

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Welcome to the American Floral Endowment's Grow Pro Webinar Series! Throughout this series, our nationally recognized researchers, hosts, and speakers will offer ‘how-to’ advice based on AFE-funded and other research projects to help the industry navigate through these ever-changing growing challenges. The webinar topics are current and offer long-term opportunities for growers to focus on increased profit, greater sustainability, and improved labor efficiency. Each session includes a presentation and interactive Q&A. To see the full series calendar visit endowment.org/GrowPro.

The August 20th session of our series focuses on the integrated control of Thrips.

Join Dr. Rose Buitenhuis to learn comprehensive strategies to develop and sustain an IPM program for thrips management to mitigate the risk of pesticide resistance. Gain invaluable insights into proactive measures and holistic approaches essential for effective thrips management in greenhouse environments.

Topics will include:
• Brief overview of different thrips species and how to identify them
• Implementing an IPM program at your operation
• Starting clean before the season begins
• New developments on Thrips parvispinus

Speaker: Dr. Rose Buitenhuis, Vineland Research and Innovation Centre
Moderator: Dr. Haramrit Gill, UC Davis

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
03:36 Integrated Control of Thrips
42:06 Q & A