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What's NewAnnouncements and major site changes since January 2007 are featured on this page. See also the list of major site changes from 1995-2007.
Announcements
The UC IPM competitive research grants program was suspended for 2009-10. UC IPM released its annual report, 2008 Highlights, in February 2009.
2009 ~ 2008 ~ 2007 ~ 2006 ~ 2005 ~ 2004 ~ 2003 ~ 2002 ~ 2001 ~ 2000 ~ 1999 ~ 1998 ~ 1997 ~ 1996 ~ 1995 Changes in 2009June 26, 2009Touch-screen pest management kiosk location schedule has been updated. June 25, 2009Updated asparagus pest management guidelines are now online. June 22, 2009The guide for maintenance gardeners Lawn and Residential Landscape Pest Control is now available. June 19, 2009Updated artichoke pest management guidelines are now online. June 18, 2009Updated bermudagrass seed production pest management guidelines are now online. June 16, 2009Updated onion and garlic pest management guidelines are now online. June 6, 2009Updated almonds pest management guidelines are now online. June 3, 2009Touch-screen pest management kiosk location schedule has been updated. May 27, 2009Revised management guidelines for bed bugs were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). May 21, 20092008-09 format for progress reports for Exotic/Invasive Pests and Diseases Research is now on the Web--deadline is June 30, 2009. May 20, 2009Revised management guidelines for roses: diseases and abiotic disorders were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). May 15, 2009Landscape pest identification cards are now available. May 8, 2009Touch-screen pest management kiosk location schedule has been updated. May 6, 2009Updated avocado pest management guidelines are now online. May 6, 2009Updated plum pest management guidelines are now online. May 5, 2009Updated grape pest management guidelines are now online. May 5, 2009Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. April 23, 2009Revised management guidelines for powdery mildew on ornamentals were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). April 23, 2009Pest management kiosk location schedule updated for multiple counties, and Solano and Placer County were added. April 23, 20092008-09 funded projects for Cooperative Extension IPM Demonstration Grants Program are now on the Web. April 21, 2009Updated prunes pest management guidelines are now online. April 9, 2009Updated walnut pest management guidelines are now online. April 9, 2009Revised management guidelines for california oakworm were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). April 8, 2009A new Quick Tip for bed bugs has been added on the Web site. April 7, 2009Pest management kiosk location schedule updated for Tuolumne County. March 31, 2009Touch-screen pest management kiosk location schedule has been updated for April. March 25, 2009Updated apple pest management guidelines are now online. March 24, 2009UC IPM adds second course to free, online pesticide training for retail employees is a new article In the News. March 24, 2009Revised almond pest management guidelines and year-round program are now online. March 20, 2009The Grape Powdery Mildew Risk Assessment Index calculator is now generating RAI values for the 2009 Fresno/Madera grape season. March 20, 2009Touch-screen pest management kiosk location schedule has been updated for Riverside County. March 19, 2009March 19, 200914 crops updated for 2009 fungicide efficacy and treatment timing: almond, apple, apricot, cherry, grape, kiwifruit, nectarine, peach, pear, pistachio, plum, prune, strawberry, and walnut. March 13, 2009A new online course, Moving Beyond Pesticides, has been added for retail and garden center employees, emphasizing best tools and products for solving pest problems. March 10, 2009Updated apricot pest management guidelines are now online. March 10, 2009Updated floriculture and ornamental nurseries pest management guidelines are now online. March 10, 2009Updated pear pest management guidelines are now online. March 9, 2009Updated pistachio pest management guidelines are now online. March 9, 2009Citrus Thrips Scarring Prediction Model begins March 17. March 5, 2009More than 110 new plant species have been added to the ornamental trees and shrubs page. March 3, 2009Cotton planting forecast for Sacramento and San Joaquin valleys will be updated daily through May 6. February 27, 2009Updated kiwifruit pest management guidelines are now online. February 23, 2009Updated rice pest management guidelines are now online. February 13, 2009Updated small grains pest management guidelines are now online. February 13, 2009Revised management guidelines for olive fruit fly were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). February 11, 2009UC IPM released its annual report, 2008 Highlights. February 10, 2009The 2009 Request for Proposals for the Cooperative Extension IPM Demonstration was released. February 10, 2009UC IPM is offering a subscription notification service (RSS) to inform of recent changes on the Website. February 9, 2009Updated fig pest management guidelines are now online. February 3, 2009Revised management guidelines for eucalyptus tortoise beetles were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). January 26, 2009Updated carrot pest management guidelines are now online. January 22, 2009Updated olive pest management guidelines are now online. January 14, 2009Updated peppermint pest management guidelines are now online. January 9, 2009Combination lure for mealybugs cuts costs is a new article included In the News. Changes in 2008December 19, 2008Updated dry beans pest management guidelines are now online. December 18, 2008Updated pecans pest management guidelines are now online. December 12, 2008New Quick Tips for landscape design & water quality, landscape plants: fertilizing & watering, lawn fertilizing, and lawn watering have been added on the Web site. December 11, 2008Revised management guidelines for peach leaf curl were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). December 3, 2008Revised management guidelines for powdery mildew on fruits and berries were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). December 1, 2008Updated cole crops pest management guidelines are now online. November 21, 20082009 format for research project final reports for UC IPM Competitive Research Grants Program is now online--deadline is January 16, 2009. November 17, 20082009 format for research project progress and related financial reports for UC IPM Competitive Research Grants Program is now online--deadline is January 12, 2009. November 13, 2008The 2009 Request for New Proposals for the Pierce's Disease Research was released. November 13, 2008Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. November 12, 2008Revised management guidelines for bark beetles were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). November 7, 2008Revised management guidelines for powdery mildew on vegetables were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). October 31, 2008New provisional treatment guidelines for diaphorina citri (Asian citrus psyllid) are now online. October 31, 2008New management guidelines for soil solarization for gardens & landscapes were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). October 29, 2008New management guidelines for burning & stinging nettles were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). October 21, 2008New management guidelines in Spanish for Pesticidas: Uso Seguro y Eficaz en el Hogar y en Jardines were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). October 21, 20082007-08 funded projects for Cooperative Extension IPM Demonstration Grants Program is now on the Web. October 16, 2008New Quick Tips in Spanish for ground squirrel, gophers, scales, yellowjackets, house mouse, garden chemicals & water quality, and psyllids have been added on the Web site. October 8, 2008Revised management guidelines for lyme disease in California were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). October 7, 2008The "Water-Related Risks of Active Ingredients—Compare Treatments" program and database, accessible from any PMG treatment table, has been updated to calculate water quality risks based on pesticides utilized and field soil types according to USDA NRCS specifications. It includes a geographical information service component provided by UCKAC GIS Facility. October 3, 2008Updated grape pest management guidelines are now online. September 25, 2008Updated citrus pest management guidelines are now online. September 10, 20082007-08 format for interim progress reports for Cooperative Extension IPM Demonstration Grants Program is now on the Web--deadline is October 6, 2008. September 3, 2008Revised management guidelines for roses: insect and mite pests and beneficials were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). September 2, 2008Group advises how to control ants without harming the environment is a new article included In the News. August 26, 2008Revised management guidelines for common knotweed were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). August 20, 2008Scientists take research about codling moth to the streets is a new article included In the News. August 8, 2008Updated corn pest management guidelines are now online. August 8, 2008Updated artichoke pest management guidelines are now online. August 8, 2008Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. August 6, 2008Updated avocado pest management guidelines are now online. July 30, 2008Revised management guidelines for roses: cultural practices and weed control were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). July 30, 2008Entomologists are matchmakers for cerambycid beetles is a new article included In the News. July 11, 2008New management guidelines for squash bugs were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). July 10, 2007Revised management guidelines for dallisgrass were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). July 7, 2008Updated peppers pest management guidelines are now online. June 30, 2008Updated cucurbits pest management guidelines are now online. June 30, 2008Information available on Asian citrus psyllid discovered in Tijuana is a new article included In the News. June 25, 2008Free online pesticide training available for retail employees is a new article included In the News. June 23, 2008Updated celery pest management guidelines are now online. June 17, 2008Updated onion and garlic pest management guidelines are now online. June 9, 2008Updated strawberry pest management guidelines are now online. June 9, 2008Scientist's foresight paved the way for safer pest management during his career is a new article included In the News. May 30, 2008Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. May 30, 2008Updated caneberries pest management guidelines are now online. May 19, 2008Updated potato pest management guidelines are now online. May 12, 2008A new set of educational DVDs, IPM in Schools Training (Publ. 6589D), was released in May 2008. May 5, 2008The 2008 California Tomato Network has its first station for Winters-10.P available online. May 2, 20082007-08 format for progress reports for Exotic/Invasive Pests and Diseases Research is now on the Web--deadline is June 30, 2008. April 18, 2008New Quick Tips for powdery mildew, spider mites, and thrips are now online. April 11, 2008Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. April 4, 2008A new Quick Tip for mosquitoes has been added on the Web site. April 3, 2008Updated small grains pest management guidelines are now online. April 2, 2008A new Quick Tip for peach leaf curl has been added on the Web site. March 31, 2008Updated pear pest management guidelines are now online. March 26, 2008New drawings that identify plant parts of sedges were added to weed gallery entries. March 20, 2008Introduction to Pesticides for Retail Employees is a new online training course for retail and garden center employees who advise residents about pesticides. March 20, 2008UC scientist teaches growers about citrus leafhopper and corn stunt disease is a new article included In the News. March 11, 2008New drawings that identify plant parts of broadleaves and grasses were added to weed gallery entries. March 6, 2008About UC IPM was completely updated to reflect the program's restructuring, and the section includes the 2006 strategic plan and outcome of the 2006 program review. February 28, 2008The new section How to Manage Pests in Natural Environments is now available from the UC IPM home page. The section will be developed over time to collect UC ANR's efforts in managing pests in natural environments. February 26, 2008Entomologist seeks solution for citrus thrips damage to blueberries is a new article included In the News. February 22, 2008Updates were made to fungicide or bactericide efficacy and treatment charts for fourteen crops: almond, apple, apricot, cherry, grape, kiwifruit, nectarine, peach, pear, pistachio, plum, prune, strawberry, and walnut. February 14, 2008The updated PDF 2008 Efficacy and Timing of Fungicides, Bactericides, and Biologicals for Deciduous Tree Fruit, Nut, Strawberry, and Vine Crops is now online. February 8, 2008New management guidelines for russian thistle were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). January 30, 2008Updated cotton pest management guidelines are now online. January 30, 2008UC IPM released its annual report, 2007 Highlights. January 25, 2008The 2007 California Report Exotic/invasive Pests and Diseases Research Program was released. January 25, 2008New management guidelines for brown recluse and other recluse spiders were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). January 9, 2008Updated olive pest management guidelines are now online. January 9, 2008Updated tomato pest management guidelines are now online. January 9, 2008New management guidelines for woody weed invaders were added to Pests of Homes, Gardens, Landscapes and Turf (Pest Notes). January 3, 2008Longtime grower honored with Integrated Pest Management Innovator Award is a new article included In the News. 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