EPA's
implementation of the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) has created a
need for rapid and accurate access to information on alternate pest control
strategies.
Federal and state agricultural
officials, as well as pubic stakeholders, have a very limited
time in which to
respond to EPA proposals for cancellation of presently labeled pesticides.
This database is populated with Pest
Management Experts representing research and extension personnel, land
grant institutions, grower organizations, NGO's and environmental
institutes.
The purpose of this database is to
provide a valuable resource by creating partnerships between IPM experts
and individuals seeking accurate, up-to-date, Pest Management
information.