January 2016

The January 2016 issue of IPM Insights focuses on Climate and Pests.

Resources January 2016
Resources January 2016

Resources from the January 2016 issue of IPM Insights.

Climate Change and uh, Hopperburners? – Arriving
Climate Change and uh, Hopperburners? – Arriving

Growers call it “hopperburn,” and scientists warn it’s a sign of things to come.

January 2016 Download
January 2016 Download

The January 2016 issue of IPM Insights on Climate and Pests is now available as a downloadable e-book.

Scientist Sees Weeds as Indicators of Climate Change
Scientist Sees Weeds as Indicators of Climate Change

People allergic to ragweed suffer weeks of coughing, sneezing, and plain misery.

Pests a Top Concern for USDA Northeast Climate Hub
Pests a Top Concern for USDA Northeast Climate Hub

David Hollinger, the director of the Northeast Climate Hub, recently visited Cornell University and highlighted opportunities for collaborative research.

National Forum on Climate and Pests
National Forum on Climate and Pests

With recent changes in climate, weeds, insects, and diseases could become more significant.

Climate Change Is the Elephant in the Room
Climate Change Is the Elephant in the Room

I recently talked to a scientist and a corporate official about climate change, and it reminded me of the story about the blind people describing an elephant.