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Ask the Arkansas Pest Crew

Jon Zawislak

Jon Zawislak
Insects

Becky McPeake

Becky McPeake
Wildlife

Jason Pavel

Jason Pavel
Plant Pathology

Hannah Smith

Hannah Smith
Weeds

Anthony Bowden

Anthony Bowden
Ornamentals

Got pest questions? We have answers.

If you've ever wondered "What's wrong with my plant?" or "What animal did this damage to my yard?" or "Is this a weed?", we invite you to ask our Pest Crew. Select the button below to submit your question.

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Every day, Arkansas' homes, lawns and gardens are under siege by destructive insects, diseases, weeds and wildlife. How do you cope with them? How do you get rid of them? How do you prevent these problems in the first place?

That's where the Pest Crew comes in. Each of these four experts has years of experience and are known across Arkansas for their pest-wise ways.

The Pest Crew members are:

  • Insects: Dr. Jon Zawislak, Assistant Professor of Apiculture & Urban Entomology
  • Wildlife: Dr. Becky McPeake, Professor-Extension Specialist - Wildlife
  • Plant Diseases: Jason Pavel, Program Associate - Plant Health Clinic
  • Weeds: Hannah Smith, Weed Specialist - Turfgrass, Specialty Crops, & Forestry
  • Ornamentals: Anthony Bowden - Assistant Professor - Ornamentals Specialist

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