When most folks think of pest management .... You do not see the process of using multiple management tactics designed to avoid having to spray much at all. This decision-making process is called integrated pest management or IPM.

In the time of social distancing, youth who feel the desire to “belong” are thriving in Delaware 4-H. These young people focus on making the best better despite quarantine restrictions and changes to their lives.

Lawns provide a way to circulate through the landscape; they provide a gathering space and support lots of sporting activities. 

Delaware Department of Agriculture has quarantined some zip codes in New Castle county and are continuing their monitoring program for spotted lanternfly.  

Topics include food security, agroclimate science, environmental systems, safe and effective practices for agricultural and urban landscapes.

Topics include food safety, human nutrition, family and consumer sciences, education and multicultural alliances and youth development.

Topics include financial management, economic, leadership and youth development, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).

Topics include master gardeners, natural resources, water sources and conservation, climate change, nutrient and pest management.