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On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we welcome Dr. Alexandra Revynthi, Assistant Professor at the University of Florida’s Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC). Dr. Revynthi, a remarkable polyglot fluent in Greek, English, Spanish, Dutch, and German, shares her expertise in entomology and nematology, focusing on pests that impact ornamental plants.

Key topics include:
- Current pest challenges in the ornamental plant industry.
Insights into her work at TREC, from pest diagnostics to groundbreaking research.
- The advantages of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and biological control methods.
- Her collaborations with extension offices and the development of tools like traps and screening methods.
- Accessible educational resources, including a dedicated tab for ornamental pest information and open-class opportunities for all enthusiasts.

Join us as we explore her innovative approaches to supporting the green industry and ensuring sustainable pest management practices. Don’t miss this insightful episode!


Dr. Alexandra Ravynthi // UF/IFAS TREC
Call: (786)-217-9244
Email: [email protected]
IG: www.instagram.com/alex_revynthi
      www.instagram.com/uftropical
Webpage: https://trec.ifas.ufl.edu/people/alexandra-revynthi/ 
Ag Economist Dr. Hammami: https://trec.ifas.ufl.edu/people/dr-hammami/



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