Pesticide Broadcast (Newsletter)

Stephen J. Toth, Jr., Pest Management Information Specialist
Wayne G. Buhler, Pesticide Education Specialist

Volume 13, Number 1, February 25, 2003

Successes of the U. S. Department of Agriculture/Land Grant University Partnership

Four fact sheets that outline successes of the CSREES/Land Grant University partnership are now available from the CSREES website. All four of the following fact sheets (as well as the CSREES Plant Sciences Update) can be accessed from http://www.reeusda.gov/1700/programs/pest.htm.

USDA Crop Profiles Provide Critical Data on Pest Management
(http://www.reeusda.gov/pestmgt/successpdf/Crop%20profiles.pdf)

Interregional Research Project (IR-4) Assists Growers of Minor Crops
(http://www.reeusda.gov/pestmgt/successpdf/Interegional%20research.pdf)

Southern Region Integrated Pest Management Programs Fight Termite Threat
(http://www.reeusda.gov/pestmgt/successpdf/Termites.pdf)

Computer Aided Decision Support Tools Help Growers Apply Herbicides Wisely
(http://www.reeusda.gov/pestmgt/successpdf/Weed%20Decision.pdf)

Source: Bill Hoffman, Program Specialist, Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture, February 25, 2003

Recommendations for the use of chemicals are included in this publication as a covenience to the reader. The use of brand names and any mention or listing of commercial products or services in this publication does not imply endorsement by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service nor discrimination against similar products or services not mentioned. Individuals who use chemicals are responsible for ensuring that the intended use complies with current regulations and conforms to the product label. Be sure to obtain current information about usage and examine a current product label before applying any chemical. For assistance, contact an agent of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service in your county.

Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments cooperating.

Last modified on February 25, 2003 by Stephen J. Toth, Jr.