How Good Bugs Can Protect Your Fruit Trees From Pests with Jessica Walliser and Brian Spencer

Learn how beneficial insects can protect your fruit trees from pests and insect infestations in this hour-long podcast featuring Jessica Walliser, Author of Attracting Beneficial Bugs to Your Garden and Brian Spencer, President, of biological pest control company Applied Bio-nomics.

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The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website http://www.orchardpeople.com.

Formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, we have grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of our monthly guests, organizations, and audience from around the world.

We offer something for everyone to support your fruit tree care journey, whether you prefer to learn through listening, watching, and/or reading.

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• Video Podcast: Watch the recorded video on our YouTube Podcast Playlist

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• (00:00) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show
• (01:33) - Exploring Beneficial Insects in the Garden
• (02:38) - Interview with Jessica Walliser: Attracting Beneficial Bugs
• (05:20) - Understanding Beneficial Insects: Predators and Parasitoids
• (08:30) - The Role of Beneficial Insects in Pest Control
• (18:23) - Introduction to Beneficial Insects
• (19:42) - Practical Steps to Attract Beneficial Insects
• (28:04) - Creating a Balanced Ecosystem in Your Garden
• (30:25) - Sponsor Messages and Upcoming Topics
• (34:40) - Interview with Brian Spencer: Beneficial Insects Industry
• (36:47) - Brian Spencer's Journey: From Winemaking to Insect Breeding
• (37:43) - Challenges and Successes in Breeding Beneficial Insects
• (39:15) - Strategies for Using Beneficial Insects in Orchards
• (44:19) - Conservation and Entomology in Agriculture
• (51:01) - Practical Advice for Home Orchardists