The Environmental Horticulture Program’s research priorities are driven by stakeholder input. There are multiple ways to tell us about your pest management needs. First, the biennial Grower and Extension Survey (below) gathers input on key pest challenges growers are facing around the country. The survey responses also help IR-4 understand regional needs. If you are experiencing (or observing) pest management challenges on ornamentals and lack the proper tools to mitigate them, the survey (linked below) is a great place to start.
If you have a product in mind to potentially manage a pest issue on a particular crop, please complete the Project Request form (below).
Or, if you’d like to connect directly with the IR-4 team to discuss your crop protection needs, we encourage you to contact your Regional Field Coordinator (RFC).
Ongoing Grower & Extension Survey
The Grower & Extension Survey is the best way to tell us which pest problems you have difficulty managing due to insufficient tools. Your input helps shape discussions at the biennial Environmental Horticulture Workshop, and helps our team understand the needs of growers in this vital sector. As of fall 2024, we have transitioned the survey to a Google form. You may fill out and submit the form here.
The deadline for submitting a survey for 2026/2027 research is August 29, 2025. Thank you for your input!
Outcomes from Previous Surveys
2022/2023 Grower & Extension Survey
2020/2021 Grower & Extension Survey
2018/2019 Grower & Extension Survey
2016/2017 Grower & Extension Survey
2014/2015 Grower & Extension Survey
2012/2013 Grower & Extension Survey
2010/2011 Grower & Extension Survey
2008/2009 Grower & Extension Survey
2007 Grower & Extension Survey
Project Request Form
If you know specifically the product you need to address your disease, pest, or week problem, please fill out this Project Request form and make sure you click on the ‘Submit’ button to send your request.
The deadline for submitting a project request for 2026/2027 research is August 29, 2025.
