Safa Alzohairy

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Pesticide Safety Education Coordinator
Department of Entomology

Degrees:
Ph.D. - plant breeding, genetics and biotechnology, Michigan State University

Bio

Dr. Safa Alzohairy earned a Ph.D. in plant breeding, genetics and biotechnology at Michigan State University, with a focus on molecular plant pathology. Her doctoral research examined cucurbit diseases caused by oomycetes and Phytophthora capsici. She later completed postdoctoral research in small fruit pathology, expanding her expertise in disease management of fruit crops.

Concentrations

Pesticide safety education
Plant disease management
Integrated pest management.

Research

Outreach

As PSEP coordinator, Alzohairy develops educational tools and training programs that support pesticide applicators across Michigan. Her work includes organizing pesticide safety programming, creating online courses and providing year-round, affordable recertification opportunities. She also helps applicators stay informed, compliant and effective in managing pests while protecting human health and the environment.

Learn about the Pesticide Safety & Education Program here.