Research Interests & Projects

Assistant Extension Specialist of Entomology

University of Hawaii at Manoa

2020-Present

Central to my investigative pursuits is the exploration of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) paradigms. IPM, as a systemic and sustainable strategy, transcends conventional chemical modalities. The combination of biological control, cultural methodologies, and judicious pesticide application embodies a holistic approach to pest mitigation. My work is the practical exploration of how we can harmonize the needs of agriculture with the preservation of biodiversity, aiming to implement strategies that reconcile agricultural exigencies with biodiversity preservation initiatives.

The foundational tenet of my research corpus resides in the nuanced examination of insect population dynamics and tri-trophic interactions. Investigating the regulatory forces governing their proliferation and spatial distribution, my work seeks to unravel the cascading ramifications on diverse ecological substrates. I seek to furnish nuanced insights capable of informing targeted and efficacious pest management strategies, eschewing generic methodologies that may inadvertently yield negative consequences.

I am further interested in plant-insect interactions, and dissecting mechanisms such as chemical signaling, co-evolutionary dynamics, and environmental determinants. My research endeavors to decode the vulnerabilities and strengths inherent in these biotic interactions. The aim is to contribute empirically grounded insights that underpin the strategies not only for pest management, but also for the cultivation of optimal plant health within agroecosystems

Adopting a systems-thinking paradigm, my investigations within the realm of Agroecology encompasses the intricate nexus between agriculture and the broader milieu. Emphasizing sustainable and resilient agricultural systems, my interdisciplinary inquiry navigates the terrain of how agroecological principles can be harnessed to optimize the sustainable productivity of agroecosystems while fostering biodiversity and ameliorating environmental impacts.

Education & Training

2019

Ph.D, University of California, Davis

Entomology

M.S., University of California, Davis

Entomology

2017

2013

B.Sc. California State University, Chico

Major: Agriculture

Minor: Glassblowing & Italian

Magna Cum Laude

Research Publications

Writing Sample 1

Title: The beneficial effects of soluble silicon fertilizer in Dendrobium orchids: Silicon-augmented resistance against damage by insect pests and fungal pathogens.

J.B. Bloese1, R. Galanti1, R. Porter1, and T. Kow1.

1University of Hawaii at Manoa, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources

Writing Sample 2

Title: Effect of Rice Winter Cultural Management Practices on the Size of the Hatching Population of Triops longicaudatus (Notostraca: Triopsidae) in California Rice Fields.

Joanna B. Bloese,1 Kevin M. Goding, and Larry D. Godfrey

Department of Entomology and Nematology, University of California

Refereed Journal Publications

Bloese, J.B. (2024). Contemporary anthropogenic effects on the evolution of long-term fitness strategies: Triops longicaudatus LeConte (Notostraca: Triopsidae): A case study. Evolutionary Applications. Submitted.

Bloese, J.B. Goding, K.M., and Godfrey L.D. 2024. Biological control options for the management of tadpole shrimp (Triops longicaudatus (LeConte)) in California rice. Agriculture. 14(7), 1136; https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture14071136

Kwon, T.H., Bin Kim, D., Su Kim, B., Bloese, J.B. Lee, B.H., Cha, D. 2024. Ethyl formate fumigation against pineapple mealybug, Dsymicoccus brevipes, a quarantine insect pest of pineapples. Insects. 2024; 15(1):25. https://doi.org/10.3390/insects15010025

Bloese, J.B., Galanti, R., Porter, R & Kow, T. 2024. The beneficial effects of soluble silicon fertilizer in Dendrobium orchids: Silicon-augmented resistance against damage by insect pests and fungal pathogens. Insects. 2024, 15(5), 323; https://doi.org/10.3390/insects15050323.

Bloese, J.B., K. Goding, L.D. Godfrey. (2021). Alternative chemical control options and monitoring techniques for tadpole shrimp (Triops longicaudatus LeConte) (Notostraca: Triopsidae) in California rice. Journal of Econ. Entomol. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34761266/

Eng, S., Khun, T., Esquivel, M., Ooki, N., Bloese, J., Sand, S., & Lincoln, N. (2021). Farmers’ Perceived Needs of Extension’ Support During Covid-19 in Hawai'i. Journal of Extension, 59(2), Article 15.

https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.59.02.15

Bloese, J.B., K. Goding, L.D. Godfrey. (2020). Effect of rice winter cultural management practices on tadpole shrimp, Triops longicaudatus, hatch counts. Journal of Econ. Entomol. Volume 113, Issue 3, June 2020, Pages 1243–1247, https://doi.org/10.1093/jee/toaa006

Shukla, S, J. B. Bloese, T. Ray. (2016). Effect of yield, quality attributes and cost of rice (Oryza sativa L.) variety under System of Rice Intensification (SRI) organic and conventional methods of rice cultivation. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications. 6(6):313-316. http://www.ijsrp.org/research-paper-0616.php?rp=P545488

Rosecrance, R., W.H. Krueger, L.K. Milliron, J.B. Bloese (2015). Moderate regulated deficit irrigation can increase olive oil yields and decrease tree growth in super high density ‘Arbequina’ olive orchards. Journal of Scientia Horticulturae. Vol. 190:75-82 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2015.03.045

Bloese, J.B., & R. Galanti 2023. Calculating pesticide rates for your needs. UH-CTAHR. Submitted.

Keach, J., R., Galanti, H. Lutgen, A. Ricordi, J. Bloese, T. Amore. 2024. Eucalyptus Production Guidelines. College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, University of Hawai'i at Manoa. Ornamentals and Flowers. OF-65. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-65.pdf

Lutgen, H., J. Keach, R. Galanti, A. Ricordi, and T. Amore. 2024a. Growing eucalyptus from seed. College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Ornamentals and Flowers, OF-64. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-64.pdf

Lutgen, H., J. Bloese, J. Keach, R. Galanti, A. Ricordi, A. Rouhier, and T. Amore. 2024b. Ornamental pests of Hawai‘i: Pests and pathogens of Eucalyptus spp. College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Ornamentals and Flowers, OF-63. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-63.pdf

H. Lutgen, R. Galanti, J. Bloese, and L. Keith. 2023. Ornamental Pests of Hawaii: Fungal and nematode associations and symptoms on Protea & Leucospermum spp. UH-CTAHR. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-60.pdf.

H. Lutgen, R. Galanti, C. Cheng, and J. Bloese. 2023. Ornamental Pests of Hawaii: Disease management of Protea and Leucospermum spp. UH-CTAHR. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-61.pdf

R. Galanti, & J. Bloese. 2022. Pesticide Compatibility: Jar testing before tank mixing.

UH-CTAHR. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/site/Info.aspx. chrome extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/PRRE-11.pdf

McCarty, C. & Bloese, J.B. 2021. Harnessing Hilo Botanical Gardens for Grower Outreach and Education. – Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii (LICH) Magazine. May/June 2022 Edition.

E. Kirk, S. Sand, J. Bloese, R. Gutierrez-Coarite, J. Keach, and S. Eng 2021. COVID-19 Hawaii Agriculture Survey: Initial and On-going Impacts. UH-CTAHR. https://cms.ctahr.hawaii.edu/soap/Hanai-Ai/ArtMID/40474/ArticleID/2276/Volume-44-Oct-%7C-Nov-%7C-Dec-2021. chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://gms.ctahr.hawaii.edu/gs/handler/getmedia.ashx?moid=70601&dt=3&g=12

Bloese, J.B. & Galanti, R. 2021. The Silicon Solution. Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii (LICH) Magazine – November 2021 Edition.

Bloese, J.B. 2021. Achieving Sustainable and Profitable Agriculture through Natural Farming. – Landscape Industry Council of Hawaii (LICH) Magazine – May 2021 Edition.

R. Galanti, J. Hu, A. Larrea-Sarmiento, J. Bloese. 2020. Preventing and Controlling Pathogens in Red

Ginger (Alpinia purpurata) Cut Flower Production: A better management practice guide. UH-CTAHR. https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/OF-53.pdf

Extension Publications

Awards

2015

Entomological Society of America (ESA) Annual Meeting – Debate Team (1st in Division, 2nd
Overall)

- 2010 -

Subject of Feature Article in Harvest Magazine

- 2010 -

Italian Cinema Symposium Award, California State University Chico