Commercial Ornamental Nursery Scouting Manual

Commercial Ornamental Nursery Scouting Manual (Second Edition)
Edited by Liz Felter, S. Chris Marble, Lance S. Osborne, and Caroline R. Warwick

Designed for nursery managers, scouts, Extension professionals, and horticulture students, this comprehensive manual provides in-depth guidance on implementing and managing effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs in commercial ornamental nurseries.

From scouting basics and recordkeeping to advanced diagnostic techniques and pest population dynamics, this second edition includes updated best practices, decision-making tools, and real-world examples. Learn how to identify key pests, develop scouting plans, and use practical monitoring tools to reduce plant losses, improve quality, and increase nursery profits.

The manual also includes sample scouting forms, diagnostic support information, and detailed instructions for collecting and submitting plant, insect, nematode, and soil samples. A must-have resource for Florida’s ornamental plant industry and beyond.