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Dr. Jeff Pettis, Research Scientist and Consultant, Pettis and Associates LLC

Dr. Pettis is an Entomologist who specializes in Apiculture and honey bee health. As former research leader of the USDA-ARS Bee Research Laboratory in Beltsville, MD and now an independent consultant, Dr. Pettis has focused on improving colony health by limiting the impact of pests, diseases and pesticides on honey bees.  His research areas include: IPM techniques to reduce the impacts of parasitic mites and disease, effects of pesticides, pathogens, and temperature on queen health and longevity, host-parasite relationships and bee behavior. Dr. Pettis is the past President of Apimondia, the International Federation of Beekeeper’s Associations and has served on several international committees including the World Organization for Animal Health (WHOA) and with more than 40 years of research experience conducted in more than 15 countries; he is frequently interviewed by the media for his opinions on worldwide pollinator declines and honey bee health. Dr. Pettis received undergraduate and MS degrees in Entomology from the University of Georgia and his doctoral degree in Entomology from Texas A&M University in 1992.

 

Lauren Fann, Ph.D.

Lauren Fann, Ph.D., is Manager of the pest management research portfolio and oversees the pollination health research portfolio at the Almond Board of California (ABC), where she leads programs addressing insect, disease, and weed challenges across the state’s 7,600 growers and 99 processors. She manages research initiatives from design to implementation, including biopesticide trials, cross-commodity collaborations, and partnerships with the University of California and other experts to translate science into practical solutions. Lauren earned her Ph.D. in Entomology from the University of Kentucky, where her research focused on integrated pest management and invasive species. Passionate about bridging research and on-farm practices, she works closely with growers, pest control advisors, and agtech partners to tackle emerging challenges and strengthen sustainable production. She also contributes to ABC’s broader mission of supporting growers, improving farming practices, and advancing global demand for California almonds.