Resources

Training Programs

Statewide IPM Program staff members work closely with area IPM advisors, farm advisors, specialists, and researchers to develop state-of-the-art educational programs that reflect the newest advances in pest management.

• Introduction to Pesticides—for Retail Employees
  Training course for retail and garden center employees and others who advise residents about home and garden pesticides.
  
• Moving Beyond Pesticides—Environmentally Safe Tools for Use in an IPM Program for Retail Employees
  Training course for retail and garden center employees and others who advise consumers about the best tools and products for solving pest problems.  Includes a basic overview of Integrated Pest Management and diagnosing pest problems.
  

• California PCA exam helper
• IPM in Schools Training DVD
  Training tool for school IPM coordinators and others involved in managing pests in schools.
• Pesticide safety training resources
• UC IPM resources for landscapes and gardens
• Workshops and events

• Links to pest management sites operated by educational institutions and government agencies