Pests in the Urban Landscape

Fall is approaching and so are our last two webinars of the year! Join us every third Thursday of the month from 12:00 to 1:00pm PST to learn about a wide range of urban pest management topics. This series is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.  September 17, 2026 - Palm…

Nothing is more frustrating than watching your hard-earned harvest get ruined by pests before you can even enjoy it. The fruits and vegetables in our gardens can be attacked by many different kinds of insects, diseases, snails, rodents, and other pests.  Many common pests that show up in our…

Are yellowjackets ruining your outdoor picnic or gathering? Yellowjackets, sometimes called “meat bees”, prey on other insects and scavenge on human food and garbage.  They are more likely to sting if disturbed while foraging. Avoid unpleasant encounters with yellowjacket wasps by following the tips…

Following the July 16th webinar Update on Asian Citrus Psyllid in California, our presenter, Dr. Sandipa Gautam, answered live questions from participants. Below are some of the questions asked about Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) and Huanglongbing (HLB) disease. Keep in mind that some of the questions were…

Follow these tips for the month of August to prevent pests in your garden and landscapes. To see tips more specific to your region, visit the Seasonal Landscape IPM Checklist on the UC IPM website.  Manage ants around landscapes and building foundations using insecticide baits and trunk barriers…