Urban Pest Management Program
Extension Program
The Griffin Campus Urban Pest Management Program’s primary focus is
the extension of academic expertise and research-based information to a large,
diverse client base that is both internal and external to the University. County
extension agents, master gardeners,
homeowners, and miscellaneous business owners seek advice and recommendations
regarding pest management practices and options. Additionally, the 8,000
employees of Georgia’s
1,200 pest management firms have ongoing needs for continuing education, pest
management troubleshooting, and the provision of a trained and educated workforce.
Through a continuous educational effort, the program serves Georgia homeowners
by aiding in the development of a well-informed pest control industry. The program
also serves a large multi-national pesticide industry dedicated to providing
safe but effective chemistries, formulations, and devices to protect our structures
and our food.
Publications
- Argentine Ants (PDF)
- Biology and Management of Carpenter Ants (PDF)
- Biology of Subterranean Termites in the Eastern United States (PDF - English or Spanish)
- Carpenter Ants (PDF)
- Georgia Pest Management Handbook - Homeowner Edition (PDF)
- Identifying the Formosan Subterranean Termite (PDF)
- Insecticide Basics for the Pest Management Professional (PDF)
- Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas (PDF)
- Termite Control Services: Information for the Georgia Property Owner (PDF)