Keep Bugs Off My Vegetables! How to Deal With Insects in the Garden
Mike Raupp, "The Bug Guy" for the University of Maryland Extension, talks about an easy way to get rid of pesky bugs in your garden called Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. Integrated Pest Management coordinates the use of pest biology, environmental information, and available technology to prevent unacceptable levels of pest damage— using the most economical means while posing the least possible risk to people, property, resources, and the environment. Mike Raupp gives us five steps for an IPM system: building a knowledge base, monitoring your plants, making decisions, intervening, and keeping records. Incorporate IPM into your garden routine and you'll be able to safely and organically control damaging insects. Learn more: extension.umd.edu/hgic/ipm-and-plant-diagnostics The University of Maryland Extension Home and Garden Information Center's mission is to develop and deliver science-based, sustainable gardening information and solutions through outreach education for better human and environmental health. Send us your plant and pest questions. Our Certified Professional Horticulturists are ready to help! extension.umd.edu/learn/ask-gardening Explore our extensive gardening content online. extension.umd.edu/hgic
