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IR-4 Team Members Honored with Internal Awards at 2026 National Education Conference
Congratulations to all the award recipients!
Lina Quesada-Ocampo Named Executive Director of the IR-4 Project
New director joins IR-4 on March 9, 2026.
Executive Director Jerry Baron Retires After 40 Years With the IR-4 Project
Applauding Jerry Baron’s incredible 40-year career with IR-4.
2025 IR-4 SOAR Award Recipients
Congratulations, Thierry Besancon and Armando Monterroso!
Greenhouse Grower Podcast Features Jerry Baron
The conversation covers the evolution of specialty crop pest management over Baron’s career.
2025 Project Nomination Period
Nominate projects for the 2025 FUW from August 15-25.
Now Hiring: IR-4 Executive Director
Apply today or help spread the word—IR-4 seeks a new Executive Director.
Registration Open for the 2025 Environmental Horticulture Workshop
Register today to join us in Kansas City this October!
Nominations Open for the 2025 SOAR Award
Make a nomination today!