Episode 28. Dan Banks, Next Generation IPM. Dan is a horticultural scientist with expertise in cannabis agriculture and integrated pest management. Daniel couples years of industry experience with a robust education in Horticulture and Entomology, and a lifelong passion for Cannabis to apply a unique skill set to Cannabis pest management. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) requires a deep understanding of your crop, along with the biology and life history of the pests and diseases that damage it. This knowledge forms the foundation of a multipronged approach to pest control that includes active pest monitoring, cultural practices tailored to prevent infestations, use of mechanical barriers, environmental manipulation, the targeted application of biological controls, and the use of compliant pesticides. Watch more episodes of Getting High on Anthropology.