Adoption of sustainable pest management in the lower San Joaquin Valley of California
Distinguished Service Award
David Haviland
University of California
Bakersfield
Citation Statement
David’s crucial research in development of sustainable pest management practices for crops such as almonds, pistachios and grapes has provided growers with effective responses to invasive pests, improved reliance on biological control, and increased adoption of environmentally-safe techniques such as mating disruption. His extension efforts, including more than 500 publications and over 800 invited presentations have led to industry-wide impacts that are expansive. He recently served the Entomological Society of America as Pacific Branch President.
Years of CES Service: 22
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