First trial planted ✅ #IR4 #agresearch #extension

Found this awesome American Oil Beetle today! Known for their toxicity, they can cause blisters as a result of a chemical secretion they produce. They are also parasitic during immature stages, hitching a ride on solitary bees and developing inside bee nests. #insectphotography #marylandbugs

Had a great time presenting at ESA Eastern Branch yesterday and learning about all the other cool ento research going on in the northeast!

Come out to Garrett County next week to learn about using biological control in high tunnel vegetable production and other great topics!

University of Maryland Extension is hiring an Extension Specialist for Entomology in Ornamental Horticulture IPM. Apply at umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/j...

Come learn about vegetable insect pest and disease management basics tomorrow evening as part of Future Harvest’s Sustainable Farming Fundamentals Online Class! 🐛🪲🥦🍅🌱 single day registration available