Featured Programs

Our Extension featured programs help support all of your pest management goals.

Grow Your Own Nevada

Learn the secrets of high-desert gardening; sustainable, local, healthy living and; growing and preserving your own food.

Pollinator Resources

About 90% of flowering plants on Earth depend on pollinators. When it comes to managing pests in our yards, pesticides should only be used when needed.

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Master Gardener

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension Master Gardener program is a volunteer educator program designed to teach research-based Nevada gardening practices to volunteers.

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Pesticide Safety

The Nevada Pesticide Applicator Certification and Training website. This site was developed to help pesticide applicators obtain and retain their certification. 

Featured Articles

Read popular pest management articles and stories.

Winter Bird Friendly Garden Tips 
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Lawn Alternatives for Northern Nevada
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News Articles, Fact Sheets, Reports...
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How to Identify Pests Using Your Phone
When dealing with a pest problem, one of the first challenges is figuring out exactly what you’re up against. Many mobile apps and online tools allow you to take or upload a photo to get possible identifications.
Jensen, C.; Johnson, J. 2025, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Blog
How to Search for Pests in Our Directory 
How to Search for Pests in Our Directory, you can use your web browser’s search function to find relevant information quickly.
Jensen, C; Johnson, J. 2025, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Blog

Learn more about the program's team

Carrie Jensen
Program Leader & Contact
Jennie Johnson
Team Member