This publication provides general information on these tiny worm-like organisms. A more detailed description of the genera of nematodes that attack plants is provided as well as various methods to diagnose, discourage and treat against plant parasitic nematodes in a least toxic, sustainable manner. ATTRA Pest Management Technical Note.

This fact sheet describes how to control insect pests using natural pest enemies. Insect predators, parasitoids, and pathogens can be used against all types of pests, including vertebrates, plant pathogens and weeds as well as insects. Produced by the Northeast Region SARE in cooperation with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. University of Maine Cooperative Extension Bulletin #7144

For this study, ten organic farms in central California were selected in 2001 as installation sites for bat houses to initiate the first phase of an integrated pest management project. OFRF Final Report/Project Report

More growers are purchasing predators, parasites and pathogens to manage insects, weeds and diseases. Important things to consider when releasing beneficial organisms are 1) timing, 2) species selection, 3) handling, 4) coverage and 5) habitat. Reprinted in part from Science You Can Use column, CCOF Newsletter Summer 1989

Two species of bindweed commonly found in the Great Plains and one unrelated weed often confused with bindweed are considered to be some of the most serious weeds in the region. A general description is presented along with management and control strategies. From the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) at the University of Nebraska Lincoln.