Tamu ssc is moving progressively towards an ipm plan for grounds management and structural pest control and has adopted this ipm plan for the buildings and. Ipm combines a wide range of tactics, including biological, chemical and cultural practices, to provide reliable, longterm pest control. This training course on integrated pest management ipm has been prepared. The purpose of this manual is to train pest management technicians and collegeuniversity staff in integrated pest management ipm. It involves taking action to anticipate pest outbreaks and to prevent potential damage. Integrated pest management for potatoes in the western united states, 2nd ed. These practices are collectively called integrated pest management ipm. The implementation of general principles of integrated pest management ipm and the sustainable use of pesticides are now recognized to be necessary in modern agriculture ehieromosele et al. Integrated pest management professional pest control. Facilitators manual introduction to integrated pest.
Sample integrated pest management policy pests can pose significant problems to people, property, and the environment. Ipm is a comprehensive, systemsbased approach to pest management with the goal of providing the safest, most effective, most economical, and sustained remedy to pest infestations. This manual was developed by the new jersey department of health njdoh to be used as guidance for new jersey child care center operators to control pests. This integrated pest management manual ipm manual is intended as an introduction. Integrated pest management ipm is an effective, economical. Ipm utilizes a wide range of pest control strategies or tactics. Nov 08, 2018 integrated pest management ipm is an ecosystembased strategy that focuses on longterm prevention of pests or their damage through a combination of techniques such as biological control, habitat manipulation, modification of cultural practices, and use of resistant varieties.
Integrated pest management program ipm national institute. The michigan department of agriculture and rural development mdard, pesticide and plant pest. It is the mission of our member companies to provide customers with safe and effective technologies to protect. Lucas, extension integrated pest management specialist, department of entomology, university of kentucky. Integrated pest management in schools ipm training manual. Integrated pest management for park managers nps history. Integrated pest management ipm is a system of managing pests by using a series of management techniques that are safer for the environment and children. Integrated pest management ipm is a knowledge intensive, ecologically based decision making process that uses a variety of management tools and methodologies to suppress pest populations to acceptable levels but relies primarily on natural mortality factors. The georgia pest management handbook gives current information on the selection, application, and safe use of pest control chemicals. Ipm is a key component to successful greenhouse management, thus this manual focuses on integrated pest management and its role in ensuring safe and sustainable greenhouse crop production. As defined by the structural pest control act 225 ilcs 2353.
Integrated pest management the key to crop management in any farming system is the prevention of anything that will decrease the amount of crop harvested. Integrated pest management procedure manual facilities services. By reducing reliance on pesticides and incorporating low. Integrated pest management ipm plan that will serve as a guide for brandon landscape professionals and the citizens of our community. Overview of integrated pest management definition ipm is a philosophy of pest management based on a decisionmaking process aimed at achieving sustainable reductions in pest populations and their potential for growth. We are committed to integrated pest management ipman economically viable, environmentally sound and socially acceptable approach to crop protectionas defined by the international code of conduct on pesticide management. Nonchemical pest control includes physical control. The introduction to ipm handbook and the trainers manual. The goals of the program are at the heart of the national ipm roadmap, a document adopted in 2004 to provide definition to an expanding universe of applications. This is achieved by means of various management methods which reduces the use of chemical pesticides. Chapter 1 integrated pest management grain millers. Developing and implementing an integrated pest management.
All new technicians should receive ipm training and new and existing employees should be provided with continuing education emphasizing ipm. Jolene trujillo, integrated pest management invasive species program coordinator. Integrated pest management ipm ipm 2 cultural methods biopesticides and botanicals behavioural methods biological methods ipm sipm is a pest management system that in the context of associated environment and population dynamics, utilizes all the appropriate techniques to minimize the pest population at levels below those causing economic. Ipm approaches dont necessarily eliminate pests but rather suppress them, and. The occurrence of all of these factors can be minimised by the use of integrated pest management ipm. These guidelines for integrated pest management ipm seek to provide an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management based on the life cycles of pests and their interactions with the environment. Georgia pest management handbook integrated pest management. Integrated control is achieved when chemical and nonchemical control methods are integrated in a programme.
Ipm manuals, pests, diseases, integrated pest management. Integrated pest management ipm almost all farmers do at least some ipm through normal crop production practices. This replaces the integrated pest management fact sheet dated december 3, 2010 integrated pest management 1 of 2 introduction. Ipm was adopted as policy by various world governments during the 70s and 80s, including the usa 1972. Integrated pest management ipm uses all available pest management techniques in an overall crop pest management programme which considers all the potential pests. Successful ipm programs incorporate judicious use of control methods, including. Freshwateremergentnoxiousandquarantinelisted weeds. Management division, ipm steering committee prepared. Infestations of pests can cause considerable damage, whether it relates to the quality of turf, stress to our urban forest, or the aesthetics of floral displays.
Though ipm was developed first for the agricultural industry, many museums, archives and libraries are finding ipm principles relevant to the protection of their holdings. Pros and cons of integrated pest management greentumble. Rapidly, the concept became popular to describe making informed management decisions based on a thorough understanding of the factors that affect the pest or pests involved. Ipm provides a more responsible pest control approach. The ipm in schools manuals produced by mda and the university of maryland contain statements that incorrectly state that ipm is an alternative to pesticide. Practical integrated pest management landscape ontario. Know why correct identification and knowledge of pest biology is crucial when managing pests. This document serves to define ipm, describe proper ipm implementation in buildings, and outline the roles and responsibilities necessary for success.
Integrated pest management is a balanced, tactical approach to pest control. Nifa administers and provides leadership for a broad portfolio of integrated pest management ipm programs. Integrated pest management ipm principles pest control. Ipm plan may use a beneficial insect to control a pest or reduce crop damage.
Integrated pest management plans an integrated pest management ipm plan is a natural, longterm, ecologically based systems approach to controlling pest populations. We are committed to integrated pest management ipm an economically viable, environmentally sound and socially acceptable approach to crop protectionas defined by the international code of conduct on pesticide management. Glendening governor kathleen kennedy townsend lieutant governor henry a. Integrated pest management ipmuses all available pest management techniques in an overall crop pest management programme which considers all the potential pests.
Integrated pest management has been defined in many different ways. Pest insects feeding on plants, for example, can reduce harvests or destroy crops. Integrated pest management in buildings epa 731k11001. Manual knapsack sprayers are continually pumped by hand to maintain. Integrated pest management ipm integrated pest management ipm is a program that should be based on prevention, monitoring, and control which offers the opportunity to eliminate or drastically reduce the use of pesticides, and to minimize the toxicity of and exposure to any products which are used. Ipm uses both nonchemical and chemical methods to control pests.
Children spend a great deal of time in schools and face greater potential for health effects resulting from pest and pesticide exposure. Integrated pest management allows for a winwin situation for all involved. Dec 14, 2016 integrated pest management ipm is an ecologicallyfriendly method to increase crop production and lower the damages sustained by pests. Integrated pest management kentucky master gardener manual chapter 9 by gail gredler, former extension agent, yamhill county, oregon state university. This second edition ipm manual guides diagnosis and treatment of more than 120 pests and disorders commonly found in potatoes. The key to prevention is healthy plants and the key to healthy plants is in the soil. Integrated pest management for commercial cannabis in bc. Techniques include mechanical control, genetic manipulation and control, regulatory practices, biological control, habitat manipulation, modification of cultural. Integrated pest management training manual state of michigan. In fact, ipm has been practised in structural pest management for many years. The amount of detailed information about ipm elements and practices is needed, but has lacked context and organization to this point. Recommendations are based on information on the manufacturers label and on performance data from research and extension trials at the university of georgia and sister institutions in surrounding states.
Pesticides are applied only when absolutely necessary, and an important part of ipm is determining when pesticides are actually needed. Integrated pest management ipm is an environmentally friendly, common sense approach to controlling pests. Integrated pest management and notification handbook. Ipm helps decrease the need for chemical pesticides. Guidelines for the safe warehousing of crop protection product. Integrated pest management ipm training manual supplemental materials for introduction to ipm principles and practices maryland department of agriculture parris n. Modify contract with pest control operator to reflect ipm requirements. Integrated pest management integrated pest management ipm, is not a new approach in structural pest management. It promotes the use of cultural, biological, and mechanical means of controlling pests and recommends pesticide use.
Ipm reduces the risk from pests while also reducing the risk from the overuse or inappropriate use of hazardous chemical pest control products. In 1967, the term integrated pest management ipm was first used. The term ipm was formalized by the us national academy of sciences in 1969. Integrated pest management policy and treatment options for. Integrated pest management ipm is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of commonsense practices.
This book also provides substantial information on citrus production practices that prevent pest problems. The following ipm principles apply to both new construction and existing. Integrated pest management in 1967 the term ipm was introduced by r. Activity sheet for students to complete on their own. Ipm seeks to manage pest damage by the most economical means. Applications for such permission, with a statement. Integrated pest management check list introduction integrated pest management is a preventative, longterm, low toxicity means of controlling pests. Integrated pest management in schools ipm training manual preface the practice of routinely using pesticides where children study, eat, and in play in has raised public concern whether this is the best approach to controlling pests in schools. This manual in perspective ipm is the future of pest management in agricultural production, but making the transition from conventional pest management to ipm must be as simple as possible.
Integrated pest management ipm means the careful consideration of all available pest control techniques and subsequent integration of appropriate measures that discourage the development of pest populations and keep pesticides and other interventions to levels that are economically justified and reduce or minimize risks to human health and the environment. Ipm integrates a regular monitoring program with correct diagnosis of pest problems. Integrated pest management, or ipm, is an ecosystembased strategy that focuses on longterm prevention of pests or their damage through a combination of techniques. To receive a copy of the manual and contact information for these groups see p. Ipm is a process that considers all available information and control methods when managing pest populations. Ipm programs use current, comprehensive information on the life cycles of pests and their interaction with the environment. Integrated pest management training manual ischool pest manager. This publication is intended integrated pest for school and. Integrated pest management programcommercial cannabis 3 integrated pest management ipm ipm is a decisionmaking process for managing pests in an effective, economical and environmentally sound way, which includes six elements.
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