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Upcoming Webinar: How to Break Mite and Insect Resistance

Tired of battling pests? It's time to rethink your Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy.

Join Central Life Sciences on May 21 at 12:00 PM (CT) for a live webinar: Block Mite and Insect Resistance TODAY: Utilizing SMART Technology.

Designed for greenhouse and nursery professionals, this webinar dives into how to leverage SMART technologies---like insect growth regulators (IGRs) and synergized insecticides---to:

  • Break pest resistance cycles
  • Limit replacement populations
  • Reduce tank spray concentrations

You'll also learn resistance-prevention strategies that protect flowering plants, beneficials, and honeybees. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your IPM plan with science-backed solutions.

Meet Your Speaker: Rodney Morrow

Get expert insights from Rodney Morrow, Nursery Regional Manager at Central Life Sciences. With over 25 years of experience in the Southeast ag market, Rodney brings a wealth of knowledge across a wide range of crops and pest control strategies. His background includes:

  • Supporting farm store retailers, dairy and beef producers, and commercial growers
  • Focused expertise in fire ant bait and nursery products
  • Ongoing involvement in university fire ant research with UF, Clemson, and Auburn
  • Currently completing a Master's degree at the University of Florida, focusing on arthropod metabolism and cytochrome P450 enzyme inhibition

Rodney regularly leads grower webinars and works directly with nursery professionals, advisors, and extension teams to share best practices for managing pests in greenhouse and ornamental settings.

Reserve your spot today and take the SMART approach to pest control.

Register now

May 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM (CT)