eLearning Course: Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in California
This course aims to educate the public, Master Gardeners, and other stakeholders about the impact of the invasive pink hibiscus mealybug (PHM) on California. PHM is a highly destructive pest that poses a significant threat to both agricultural crops and ornamental plants.
With the assistance of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, UCCE Integrated Pest Management Advisor Eric Middleton UC Academics, the UC Master Gardener Program “Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in California” is now available. The course provides an overview of pink hibiscus mealybug ecology and empowers learners to detect and report suspected sightings of the invasive pest.
| Course I.D. | Course title |
| 2100 |
eLearning Course: Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in California
Pink Hibiscus Mealybug Training Outline
(50 mins to complete module)
Welcome Message
Chapter 1: Pink Hibiscus Mealybug
Chapter 2: Identifying the Pink Hibiscus Mealybug
Chapter 3: Monitoring the Pink Hibiscus Mealybug
Chapter 4: Managing the Pink Hibiscus Mealybug
Summary
Pink Hibiscus Mealybug Quiz: 20 questions
(10 mins to complete quiz)
Resources
Funded and Supported by
With funding from the California Department of Agriculture, and support from a national academic research team, the University of California Master Gardener Program has developed this webpage and accompanying educational eLearning Pink Hibiscus Mealybug course.
