Sunn Pest on wheat, Asian longhorned beetle and sweetpotato whitefly. The Entomology Research Laboratory represents a team of scientists committed to the development of effective biological control agents for forest, greenhouse and vegetable insect pest management. Insect pest problems are addressed with an interdisciplinary approach, using insights drawn from six senior scientists, the assistance of six technicians, and several graduate students.
Emphasis is placed on practical aspects of research to solve real world problems.
Though focused on agricultural problems of Vermont, our projects have national and international significance as well. Through our work we attempt to develop management options that are environmentally sound, economically viable and sustainable, and encourage their implementation through extension and education. Research on fungal pathogens for IPM of greenhouse and forest pests has been our major thrust for several years. This team is rapidly assuming a leadership role in insect pest management using fungi. We are committed to meeting the needs of growers nationwide, and have shown that our IPM strategies offer new and innovative benefits to pest management over a wide geographical range.