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Entomologist sees climate shifts in pest pressure

From the Q&As with influential people in agriculture. series

Aaron Viner
Apr 11, 2022
Apr 11, 2022 Updated Apr 14, 2022

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Erin Hodgson has been working in Iowa State University’s Department of Entomology since 2009, focusing primarily on insects and pests in field crops. Her current Extension and research programs are focused on improving corn and soybean production by using Integrated Pest Management tactics to protect yield and increase overall farmer profits.

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