Jacqueline Pohl
Jacqueline Pohl Bio
Communications Specialist
North Central IPM Center, Iowa State University
Drawing on a background in biology, English, and nearly 20 years of communications experience, Jacqueline works with researchers, Extension specialists, and IPM professionals to share science-based information about insects, diseases, and weeds. Her work includes developing news stories, pest alerts, webinars, websites, newsletters, and other outreach resources that support integrated pest management across the North Central region.
Integrated Pest Management News
New Webinar: Asiatic Garden Beetle as an Emerging Pest of Corn
https://youtu.be/fGv2Gj4gg5Q Dr. Kelley Tilmon, professor of entomology at The Ohio State University shared, “Asiatic Garden Beetle as an Emerging Pest of Corn” during the October
New Jumping Worm Pest Alert Published
Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) are expanding their range across the United States and are easily spread through potting soil, mulch and compost. Jumping worms harm
Phomopsis Stem Canker of Sunflower: Is Fungicide Resistance a Problem?
Dr. Febina Mathew summarizes 15 years of research on Phomopsis stem canker, its impacts on sunflower crop yields, and options for management.
Spotted Lanternfly 3D Print Resources Available
By Jim Jasinski, Ohio State University, Department of Extension, IPM Program Coordinator Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is slowly invading the North Central region, being positively identified
New Bed Bug Pest Alert: Learn to Identify and Prevent These Unwanted Guests
The presence of bed bugs can be a stressful and expensive experience. This revised pest alert provides information about bed bugs, how to identify them, and ways to prevent them from taking up residence in your home.
Using Social Network Analysis to Understand Pest Management Used by Vegetable Growers
https://youtu.be/2agG0SBW_50 The July “Pests and Progress” webinar featured a presentation about carrot weevils and management efforts, along with an analysis of how social networks can
How to Choose the Best Mosquito Control Products for Your Home
By Brandon Leibs Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance. They’re carriers of dangerous diseases like Zika, West Nile virus, and dengue fever. Effective mosquito
Back to Basics on Endangered Species Conservation Webinar
https://youtu.be/YBTf-kkzt8E Dr. Adam Janke, associate professor and wildlife extension specialist at Iowa State University shared, “Back to Basics on Endangered Species Conservation” to provide a
Yellow-Legged Hornet Pest Alert Supports Georgia Eradication Efforts
The yellow-legged hornet is a new, invasive insect that was first found in Georgia in 2023. The Georgia Department of Agriculture has taken the lead
Urban Farm Resources Developed by the Great Lakes Urban Ag Working Group: Recording Published
https://youtu.be/gsFeR68XaOs Urban agriculture includes market gardens and small farms within cities that grow crops for sale, but urban agriculture also includes school gardens, community gardens,
Integrated Pest Management Projects Funded
The Regional IPM Centers are excited to announce that four innovative projects have been funded to bring new partners to integrated pest management (IPM). “We
Ecological Epidemiology of the Asian Longhorned Tick: Webinar Recording Published
Asian longhorned ticks (ALHT) (Haemaphysalis longicornis) are special. If one tick makes it to a new location, it can begin a new ALHT population all
2018-2022 Highlights from the North Central Integrated Pest Management Center: Webinar Recording Published
Lynnae Jess, co-director of the North Central Integrated Pest Management Center, shared highlights about the Center during the November “Pests and Progress” webinar. Jess’s presentation
Soybean Gall Midge, Spatial and Temporal Dynamics: Webinar Recording Published
Dr. Justin McMechan, assistant professor and crop protection and cropping systems specialist at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, shared recent research on soybean gall midge during
Incorporating Poacic Acid into a Turfgrass Disease Management Program: Webinar Recording Published
Dr. Paul Koch, associate professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, described recent efforts to use poacic acid to control dollar spot disease in turfgrass during
Tick Pest Alert Updated
The “Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases Pest Alert” has been updated! This two-page handout includes color photos of ticks that are found in the United States
Trapping, Degree Day Model for Missouri Berry Crops-Webinar Recording Published
https://youtu.be/crVDcAT7MJ4 Spotted wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii Matsumura) is an important pest of berry crops like strawberry, brambles (raspberry, blackberry, others), elderberry, blueberry, cranberry (including lingonberry),
SDS Risk And Management-Webinar Recording Published
https://youtu.be/dh6Kgva_4LQ Daren Mueller, Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist at Iowa State University, shares, “SDS Risk and Management,” a recent Pests and Progress webinar. Sudden death
Saving Money and Pesticides for Apple Growers-Webinar Recording Published
The January Pests and Progress webinar featured three apple experts who have been working to find ways to help apple growers manage insects and diseases
Newsletters
November 2024 Central Issue
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October 2024 Central Issue
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September 2024 Central Issue
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February 2024 Central Issue
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January 2024 Central Issue
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December 2023 Central Issue
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November 2023 Central Issue
News stories shared in the November 2023 Central Issue appear below. North Central IPM Center Updates Webinar Recording: 2018-2022 Highlights from the North Central Integrated
October 2023 Central Issue
News stories shared in the October 2023 Central Issue appear below. North Central IPM Center Updates Webinar Recording: Soybean Gall Midge: Spatial and Temporal Dynamics