California Rice IPM Work Group
A key instrument for involving industry representatives and stakeholders in defining IPM research priorities and supporting the participation of community members in extension efforts.
The mission of the California Rice IPM Work Group
The mission of the IPM Rice Working Group is to review existing recommendations for management of pests in rice; review recent research and extension efforts; identify and share successes and failures; and help shape priorities in research, education, extension, and regulation.
The California Rice IPM Work Group aims to:
Understand and solve major pest management issues impacting rice production.
Develop priorities for project funding, focused on IPM in the future.
Communicate realistic approaches and findings to grower communities and populations.
Strive for approaches and opportunities which will bring people together to achieve common IPM goals.