David W. Held

Dr. David W. Held serves as Professor and Chair of Ornamental Horticulture and Turfgrass Entomology at Auburn University. His expertise encompasses integrated pest management in landscape systems and sustainable horticultural practices.

Research focuses on developing pest management strategies for turfgrass and ornamental plants. Extension activities deliver science-based programming to green industries including golf course management, nursery operations, and landscape maintenance.

Academic contributions include authoring the first textbook in Urban Landscape Entomology, providing comprehensive coverage of arthropod pest management in managed environments.