ESA Position Statements
The profession of entomology is increasingly important to the welfare and progress of human society. Professional entomologists have the position and authority to render effective service to humanity, in keeping with high standards of ethical conduct. To advance and maintain the honor and dignity of the profession, the Entomological Society of America has authored and established positions on a wide range of subjects. After first publishing here on the ESA website, position statements will publish in the ESA Journal, Annals of the Entomological Society of America. They remain valid policy of the Entomological Society of America for four years after their initial publishing date unless renewed or retired by the ESA Governing Board:
Click through to read the ESA Position Statements on the following topics:
- Endangered Insect Species (June 22, 2017). Published in Annals on Sept 6, 2017.
- Insecticide Resistance Management (June 29, 2016). Published in Annals on Sept 6, 2017.
- Insecticide Resistance Management in Genetically-modified Crops (June 29, 2016). Published in Annals on Sept 6, 2017.
- Invasive Species (April 21, 2016). Published in Annals on Sept 6, 2017.
- Entomological Collections (January 11, 2016). Published in Annals on June 30, 2017.
- Tick-borne Diseases (July 29, 2015). Published in Annals on June 30, 2017.
- Pollinator Health (July 24, 2015). Published in Annals on June 30, 2017.
The Society also has several legacy statements that are in the process of being updated.
- Integrated Pest Management in Schools (2001)
- Insects and Biodiversity (2000).
- Microbial Insecticides (2000)
Retired ESA position statements that are no longer active may be found here.