Rachel Bomberger

Rachel Bomberger.Rachel Bomberger has a Master’s of Science in Botany and Plant Pathology from Oregon State University and a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Rachel worked as a Plant Diagnostician for the Nevada Department of Agriculture and led the WSU Pullman Plant Pest Diagnostic Clinic for seven years. Rachel is currently a Pesticide Publication Specialist and Educator to ensure consistent pesticide recommendations. Additionally, as part of her pesticide safety education role, Rachel teaches IPM, safety, and label trainings for pesticide applicators and the public, including master gardeners.

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  • Insect on a leaf.

    Integrated Pest Management

    Instructor: Rachel Bomberger
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    --Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is managing plant damaging pests using cultural control methods, like manual pruning or water management but also includes the use of chemical pesticides.

  • Pesticides sign.

    Pesticide Use and Safety 

    Instructor: Wendy Sue Wheeler
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    --Pesticides are classified by mode of action. This presentation will take a look at modes of actions and how they impact the environment and the ecosystem differently.
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