Sustainable agriculture wins: recognizing integrated pest management specialists

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In the vast world of cotton farming, a move towards sustainability is reshaping agricultural practices. Peter Ellsworth, faculty member of the Department of Entomology at the College of Agriculture, Life and Environmental Sciences, and Director of the Arizona Pest Management Center, and Al Fournier, Integrated Pest Management Program Manager & Associate Extension Specialist in Entomology at the Cooperative Extension, along with their dedicated team, recently received a significant grant from Better Cotton and garnered recognition for their recent field day, showcasing innovative pest management practices that reduce insecticide use.