Why School IPM?
A Worm in the Teacher’s Apple is a comprehensive, easy to read, four-part guide written especially for parents, teachers, school staff members, and school administrators, but it is also a valuable guide for Extension agents involved in School IPM (integrated pest management). The first part of this guide, “Problems.” explains the common perceptions about pesticide use and handling, and educates the general public about realities involved with the business of pest control. Most of this material could easily be used by anyone in Extension. Part two, “Solutions,” includes simple diagrams that explain the costs and benefits of IPM and explains several pest management models. The author, Dr. Marc Lame, began his career in Extension and is quick to point out that “IPM is the right thing to do,” but he also backs up that statement with ways to determine the overall costs and benefits of School IPM. Part three, “Implementation,” details several different school environments and describes plans
