Quick Guides and References

Having a Pest Problem? Use the following three resources to identify pests and figure out how to prevent and manage infestation.

UC IPM

• If you need to identify a pest on an edible crop, start here Vegetables and Melons page, or here Fruit Trees, Nuts, Berries, and Grapevines page
• If you know your pest, find specific information here Pest Notes
• For commercial farmers, find pest management strategies and guides here Pest Management Guidelines. (Note than in some cases here, pesticides will be discussed that are unavailable or illegal for those without appropriate licenses. Contact your county agricultural commissioner for information about licensing.)

Other General Resources and Basic Guides

UC ANR

• Tree Fruit Pest Identification and Monitoring Cards (for purchase)
• Vineyard Pest Identification and Monitoring Cards (for purchase)
• Weed Pest Identification and Monitoring Cards (for purchase)
• Pests of the Garden and Small Farm (book for purchase)

• Organic IPM Field Guide