Galen P Dively II

Dr. Galen P. Dively II serves as a Pest Management Specialist and Research Professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Maryland's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. He is based at the Plant Sciences Building in College Park, Maryland, where he conducts extensive research on integrated pest management, transgenic crop resistance, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Research Focus: Dr. Dively's work centers on developing and evaluating integrated pest management strategies, with particular emphasis on:

• Insect resistance management in transgenic crops (especially Bt corn)
• Pest monitoring and forecasting systems
• Conservation biological control through habitat management
• Impact assessment of agricultural practices on arthropod communities

Research Impact: His extensive publication record (100+ articles) demonstrates significant contributions to understanding pest dynamics, resistance evolution, and sustainable crop protection. Recent work focuses on managing corn earworm resistance in sweet corn systems, evaluating the ecological impacts of seed treatments, and optimizing conservation practices for natural enemy enhancement.

Collaborative Research: Dr. Dively leads multi-state research initiatives involving University of Maryland, Virginia Tech, Rutgers, and University of Delaware, addressing regional pest management challenges across the Mid-Atlantic states.

Extension and Outreach: Beyond research, he provides critical extension services to farmers and stakeholders, developing practical pest management recommendations and resistance management strategies for sustainable agriculture.