StopPests.org in Housing Program

Cornell University’s IPM (Integrated Pest Management) Center is promoting IPM for Affordable Housing Communities. Free online resources and IPM consulting are available to properties. The Center is reaching out to the public through their website, presenting at conferences, running webinars, social media and one-on-one coaching.

The goal of the StopPests in Housing Program is to use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to address housing conditions that threaten human health, and to strengthen affordable housing communities.

Participating properties will:

• Pick a pilot property
• Complete an initial program questionnaire
• Work with StopPests IPM expert to set program goals
• Accomplish the goals at the pilot site with coaching and resources from StopPests

Housing providers who have gone through this program report:

• Increased communication among staff, contractors, and residents
• Reduced pesticide applications
• Fewer pests

 Funding for this project is provided through an interagency agreement between HUD and USDA.

For more information concerning this program, contact:
www.StopPests.org  or  email:   stoppests@cornell.edu