Determining Adoption of Integrated Pest Management Practices by Grains Farmers in Virginia

Key Points

• The aim is to understand how grains farmers in Virginia adopt integrated pest management practices.
• Conducted three surveys targeting corn, soybean, and small grains farmers in Virginia.
• Farmers identified specific pests including weeds, diseases, and insects.
• Researchers explored reasons for the adoption or reluctance to adopt IPM practices.
• Farmers reported various pest types affecting their crops, including weeds and insects.
• Responses indicated both positive and negative reasons for IPM adoption and non-adoption.
• Findings suggest a need for tailored educational interventions to promote IPM.