Native forest pests have been part of ecosystems for millennia and function as nutrient recyclers; agents of disturbance; members of food chains; and regulators of productivity, diversity, and density. Fire suppression and logging have led to simplified forests that may increase the risk of insect outbreaks. To manage these challenges to our forests it is important to evaluate control efforts to date and reexamine their efficacy. Strategies that foster balanced, resilient forests should be prioritized to control insect pests naturally and limit further degradation.
Understanding Neonicotinoids
Neonicotinoid insecticides are used widely on farms and in urban landscapes, with implications for water quality and aquatic ecosystems due to runoff and groundwater contamination.
Protecting Waters from Pesticides
Pesticides contaminate our natural ecosystems, whether they are directly applied to forests and waters, or inadvertently move beyond where they are applied. Learn how to reduce or prevent these impacts.
Effective Mosquito Management
There are many proactive measures we can take to protect people from disease-vectoring mosquitoes without relying on large-scale insecticide use. Read more about how careful planning and common-sense actions are the most effective and safest mosquito management techniques.
