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Joe LaForest, Southern IPM Center Co-Director, presents Connect Analytics at the 2025 IPM Symposium. He gestures towards a computer screen that displays graphs and charts about the Gulf South Vector Working Group.
Joe LaForest, Southern IPM Center Co-Director, presents Connect Analytics at the 2025 IPM Symposium.
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Resource Database

The IPM Resource Database is a contributor-generated content system for academic, non-profit, agency, and industry professionals to support program goals and outreach by facilitating easily accessible and trackable content. This database is a clearinghouse for resources on Integrated Pest Management and Invasive Species in all settings including Agriculture, Natural Areas, Forestry, Schools, and Urban Communities.

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IPM is Connection

Connect is a platform used by Bugwood to manage user accounts and offer single sign-on. Tools for collaboration and community building, member management, content and data organization, and communication support working groups with outreach and program goals. Users and groups are also linked to their Bugwood Tools’ activity to track interactions, resource use, and measure impact.

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IPM is Connection

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Connect is a platform used by Bugwood to manage user accounts and offer single sign-on. Tools for collaboration and community building, member management, content and data organization, and communication support working groups with outreach and program goals. Users and groups are also linked to their Bugwood Tools’ activity to track interactions, resource use, and measure impact.

IPM is Sharing Information

IPM is Everywhere

Title: IPM is Everywhere Overview: This infographic titled “IPM is Everywhere” illustrates three main areas where Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is practiced: natural resources, production agriculture, and residential, structural, and public environments. Each category includes examples of settings where IPM is applied. Central Image: Magnifying glass image in the middle of the page that covers a circular donut chart with three headings/categories where IPM is practiced: natural resources, production agriculture, and residential, structural, and public areas Header: Residential, Structural, and Public Areas Text: Schools (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing a classroom with a teacher and students Text: Public buildings (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing multiple skyscraper buildings Text: Multifamily housing (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing a residential structure Header: Production Agriculture Text: Agricultural workers (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing a farmer wearing a hat while using a hoe to cultivate soil Text: Public health (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing healthcare and community health Text: The environment (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing a three-leaf cluster Header: Natural Resources Text: Military landscapes (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing a modern military helmet with straps Text: National Parks (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing wildlife and protected landscapes Text: Public land (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing a spade stuck in a pile of freshly dug dirt with a newly sprouted plant beside the pile of dirt Text: Wildlife refugees (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing wildlife in a natural habitat Text: Forests (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing three tall pine trees Text: Water Resources (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing an outstretched hand underneath a water faucet Image + Logo Text: A circular logo contains the text “This is IPM” Text: The “This is IPM” Initiative is managed by the Southern IPM Center. The Regional IPM Centers are supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through agreement 2022-70006-38002. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. government determination or policy. Logo Text: Southern IPM Center

IPM Roadmap

Title: IPM Roadmap Subheading: A National Guide to Integrated Pest Management Disclaimer: The “This is IPM” Initiative is managed by the Southern IPM Center. The Regional IPM Centers are supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through agreement 2022-70006-38002. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. government determination or policy. Logo: Circular “This Is IPM” logo Image: Winding road running down the center of the graphic with 6 numbered icons. Each icon is paired with a colored box and short description. Subheading: Research and innovation (1) Text: Research and Innovation notes that new tools like GIS, drones, and genetics advance pest management. Subheading: Educate (2) Text: Educate explains that training farmers and raising public awareness drives adoption Subheading: Protect the Environment (3) Text: Protect the environment explains that IPM minimizes harm to soil, water, pollinators, and wildlife Subheading: Reduce Health Risks (4) Text: Reduce health risks explains that IPM protects food safety and limits exposure to pests and pesticides Subheading: Measure Performance (5) Text: Measure Performance explains that tracking adoption and outcomes shows the value of IPM. Subheading: Communicate (6) Text: Communicate explains that clear communication shares individual and collective knowledge for the benefit of all.

IPM is Everywhere

Title: IPM is Everywhere Overview: This infographic titled “IPM is Everywhere” illustrates three main areas where Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is practiced: natural resources, production agriculture, and residential, structural, and public environments. Each category includes examples of settings where IPM is applied. Central Image: Magnifying glass image in the middle of the page that covers a circular donut chart with three headings/categories where IPM is practiced: natural resources, production agriculture, and residential, structural, and public areas Header: Residential, Structural, and Public Areas Text: Schools (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing a classroom with a teacher and students Text: Public buildings (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing multiple skyscraper buildings Text: Multifamily housing (under Residential, Structural, and Public Areas) Image: icon representing a residential structure Header: Production Agriculture Text: Agricultural workers (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing a farmer wearing a hat while using a hoe to cultivate soil Text: Public health (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing healthcare and community health Text: The environment (under Production Agriculture) Image: icon representing a three-leaf cluster Header: Natural Resources Text: Military landscapes (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing a modern military helmet with straps Text: National Parks (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing wildlife and protected landscapes Text: Public land (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing a spade stuck in a pile of freshly dug dirt with a newly sprouted plant beside the pile of dirt Text: Wildlife refugees (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing wildlife in a natural habitat Text: Forests (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing three tall pine trees Text: Water Resources (under Natural Resources) Image: icon representing an outstretched hand underneath a water faucet Image + Logo Text: A circular logo contains the text “This is IPM” Text: The “This is IPM” Initiative is managed by the Southern IPM Center. The Regional IPM Centers are supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through agreement 2022-70006-38002. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. government determination or policy. Logo Text: Southern IPM Center

IPM Roadmap

Title: IPM Roadmap Subheading: A National Guide to Integrated Pest Management Disclaimer: The “This is IPM” Initiative is managed by the Southern IPM Center. The Regional IPM Centers are supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through agreement 2022-70006-38002. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. government determination or policy. Logo: Circular “This Is IPM” logo Image: Winding road running down the center of the graphic with 6 numbered icons. Each icon is paired with a colored box and short description. Subheading: Research and innovation (1) Text: Research and Innovation notes that new tools like GIS, drones, and genetics advance pest management. Subheading: Educate (2) Text: Educate explains that training farmers and raising public awareness drives adoption Subheading: Protect the Environment (3) Text: Protect the environment explains that IPM minimizes harm to soil, water, pollinators, and wildlife Subheading: Reduce Health Risks (4) Text: Reduce health risks explains that IPM protects food safety and limits exposure to pests and pesticides Subheading: Measure Performance (5) Text: Measure Performance explains that tracking adoption and outcomes shows the value of IPM. Subheading: Communicate (6) Text: Communicate explains that clear communication shares individual and collective knowledge for the benefit of all.

IPM is National Collaboration

The IR-4 Project helps specialty crop growers address pest management concerns so they can produce healthy fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other crops recommended for a healthy diet; as well as flowers, shrubs, and landscape plants that enhance our environment.

The CPN enhances the visibility and success of agricultural extension while providing important crop protection information to farmers, agribusiness, and educators. Their goal is to communicate relevant information to farmers and agricultural personnel to help with decisions related to protecting alfalfa, corn, cotton, small grains, and soybean.

The mission of National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN) is to support plant health and biosecurity in U.S. agricultural and natural ecosystems by providing expert diagnostic capacity, communication, coordination, and quality pest and disease diagnostic information.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) offers farmer-driven, grassroots grants and education programs. Since 1988, SARE grantees have been putting the principles of sustainable agriculture into practice on farms and ranches in every state and island protectorate.

The IR-4 Project helps specialty crop growers address pest management concerns so they can produce healthy fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other crops recommended for a healthy diet; as well as flowers, shrubs, and landscape plants that enhance our environment.

The CPN enhances the visibility and success of agricultural extension while providing important crop protection information to farmers, agribusiness, and educators. Their goal is to communicate relevant information to farmers and agricultural personnel to help with decisions related to protecting alfalfa, corn, cotton, small grains, and soybean.

The mission of National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN) is to support plant health and biosecurity in U.S. agricultural and natural ecosystems by providing expert diagnostic capacity, communication, coordination, and quality pest and disease diagnostic information.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) offers farmer-driven, grassroots grants and education programs. Since 1988, SARE grantees have been putting the principles of sustainable agriculture into practice on farms and ranches in every state and island protectorate.

The Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching (CARET) seeks to enhance national support and understanding of the land-grant university system’s food and agricultural research, extension, and teaching programs that enhance the quality of life for all people.

The Office of Pest Management Policy (OPMP) is responsible for communicating across federal agencies to promote the development of pest management strategies that reduce the economic, environmental, and public health risks from pests as well as from the methods used to control them in agricultural and natural resource environments.

The Bugwood Center at the University of Georgia develops and utilizes partnerships and information technology to advance invasive species management, integrated pest management, and forest health. 

The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) reduces the impact of disasters by bringing together and coordinating the expertise and resources of the Cooperative Extension System to address the critical needs of individuals, families, and communities.

The Council for Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching (CARET) seeks to enhance national support and understanding of the land-grant university system’s food and agricultural research, extension, and teaching programs that enhance the quality of life for all people.

The Office of Pest Management Policy (OPMP) is responsible for communicating across federal agencies to promote the development of pest management strategies that reduce the economic, environmental, and public health risks from pests as well as from the methods used to control them in agricultural and natural resource environments.

The Bugwood Center at the University of Georgia develops and utilizes partnerships and information technology to advance invasive species management, integrated pest management, and forest health. 

The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) reduces the impact of disasters by bringing together and coordinating the expertise and resources of the Cooperative Extension System to address the critical needs of individuals, families, and communities.

The Pesticide Environmental Stewardship (PES) provides convenient access to information on proper pesticide handling with all subject matter reviewed and posted by Pesticide Safety Education Program Coordinators and Specialists from the Cooperative Extension Service. The website is intended for a national audience with links to state-specific information for an audience of crop producers, pesticide dealers, commercial/professional applicators, and the general public.

The Minor Use Animal Drug Program (MUADP) is designed to address the shortage of minor use animal drugs by funding and overseeing the efficacy, animal safety, and human food safety research and environmental assessment required for drug approval. The scope of the program includes animals of agricultural importance and generally excludes companion animals.

The National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) is a network of animal disease diagnostic laboratories that provides ongoing disease surveillance, responds quickly to disease events, communicates diagnostic outcomes to decision makers, and has the capability and capacity to meet diagnostic needs during animal disease outbreaks.

The Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) at North Carolina State University partners with numerous federal, state, international and industry stakeholders in over 40 projects to develop innovative solutions and address challenges of invasive and domestic pests. Our current project areas include Regulatory Pest Informatics, Strategic Pest Management, and Social-Ecological Pest Analytics.

The Pesticide Environmental Stewardship (PES) provides convenient access to information on proper pesticide handling with all subject matter reviewed and posted by Pesticide Safety Education Program Coordinators and Specialists from the Cooperative Extension Service. The website is intended for a national audience with links to state-specific information for an audience of crop producers, pesticide dealers, commercial/professional applicators, and the general public.

The Minor Use Animal Drug Program (MUADP) is designed to address the shortage of minor use animal drugs by funding and overseeing the efficacy, animal safety, and human food safety research and environmental assessment required for drug approval. The scope of the program includes animals of agricultural importance and generally excludes companion animals.

The National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) is a network of animal disease diagnostic laboratories that provides ongoing disease surveillance, responds quickly to disease events, communicates diagnostic outcomes to decision makers, and has the capability and capacity to meet diagnostic needs during animal disease outbreaks.

The Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) at North Carolina State University partners with numerous federal, state, international and industry stakeholders in over 40 projects to develop innovative solutions and address challenges of invasive and domestic pests. Our current project areas include Regulatory Pest Informatics, Strategic Pest Management, and Social-Ecological Pest Analytics.

EPA

The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is to protect human health and the environment.

Our mission is to improve sustainability in agriculture and communities by using the power of the marketplace.

A nationwide system of agricultural research stations operated under the auspices of the nation’s Land-grant universities and dedicated to the science that feeds the world. 

ECOP is the representative leadership and governing body of the Cooperative Extension System, the nationwide transformational education system operating through land-grant universities in partnership with federal, state, and local governments.

EPA

The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is to protect human health and the environment.

Our mission is to improve sustainability in agriculture and communities by using the power of the marketplace.

A nationwide system of agricultural research stations operated under the auspices of the nation’s Land-grant universities and dedicated to the science that feeds the world. 

ECOP is the representative leadership and governing body of the Cooperative Extension System, the nationwide transformational education system operating through land-grant universities in partnership with federal, state, and local governments.

The “This is IPM” Initiative is managed by the Southern IPM Center. The Regional IPM Centers are supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through agreement 2022-70006-38002. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. government determination or policy.