James D. Dutcher
Professor Emeritus
Areas of expertise
About
The primary goal of my work is the innovation and improvement of insect and mite control methods for pecan growers through research on the field biology of insect and mite pests and associated natural enemies across the southern U.S. I also have taught courses in Entomology to undergraduate and graduate students.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy,, Entomology
University of Georgia, Georgia, United States (1978)
Master of Science,, Entomology
Michigan State University, Michigan, United States (1975)
Bachelor of Science,, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Michigan State University, Michigan, United States (1974)
Bachelor of Science,, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Michigan State University, Michigan, United States (1972)
Awards and Honors
- Founder Honoree – 2015 (2015)
- Southern Region Nominee for National Excelllence in Multistate Research Award (2014)
- Founder's Lecturer (2012)
- Red Seal Gold Ribbon Award (2007)
- Designation as a Fellow (2007)
- Member-At-Large (2006)
- Excellence in Teaching Award (2006)
- Excellence in Research Award (2006)
- Green Seal Gold Ribbon Award (2005)
- Award of Excellence for Senior Scientist (2003)
- Distinguished Service Award (2002)
- President (1998)
- Secretary – Treasurer (1986)
Scholarly Works
- Organic Inseciticide Efficacy Against Pecan Nut Pests 2016, (2016).
- Pecan Miticide Efficacy Trials 2016, (2016).
- Efficacy Trials with Organic Insecticidal Materials for Control of Pests of Pecan at the Midville Station 2015, (2016).
- Efficacy of Two New Aphid Controls for Commercial Pecan Orchards, (2016).
- Control of Male Prionus Root Borer Adults with Soil Insecticides, (2016).
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