Major areas are production programming and postproduction handling of flowering and foliage crops.
Specific programs include Total Plant Management and Integrated Pest Management for major greenhouse crops, Postproduction Handling and Nutrient Management Systems of flowering and foliage potted crops and cut flowers, Production Programming for Perennial Crops, and Postproduction Programs for Interior Landscapes. Clientele include growers,shippers, wholesalers, and interior plantscapers. Research emphasis on Postproduction and Nutrient Management programs on foliage and flowering crops. Works in topics related to Integrated Pest Management and Nutrient Management with commercial greenhouse growers, nurserymen and landscape managers. Works with growers in developing workable biological control systems for production horticulture.