Ram Talks: Your Carbs Are Under Threat: Protecting Wheat from the Devastating Wheat Stem Sawfly

About this event

Event Contact Name: University & Community Engagement

Event Contact Email: MarComm_Events@colostate.edu

Event Contact Phone: 9704916785

Audience: Alumni,Community,Faculty,Graduate Student,Ret iree / Emeritus Faculty,Staff,Student,Youth,Other

Link: https://v isit.colostate.edu/ram-talks/

Ram Talks are a mashup of CS U expertise and active community conversation, unleashing the creative insights and eye-opening shakeup that comes from taking a fresh look at the world around us. Complimentary light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

5:00 p.m. Doors Open

5:30-6:30 p. m. Ram Talks

Description: Wheat is a cornerstone of Colorado agriculture and one of the few crops well suited to the region's dryla nd conditions. However, wheat stem sawfly has emerged as a devastating pest, causing an estimated $40 million in annual losses in Colorado. With infestations increasing across the Central Great Plains and few effective management options available, protecting wheat from this pest is critical. This presentation will introduce you to this small but destructive insect and highlight research from the Nachappa Lab aimed at developing sustainable pest management strategies to protect wheat production, safeguard the global food supply, and, of course, save the carbs we love!