Hawaii is always under threat of the introduction of new pests and diseases in our landscapes. Zhiquiang Cheng Ph.D. has spent the past few years studying a number of these issues. He will be discussing some of his research regarding some of the most recent pests and diseases to reach our islands. These will include the coconut rhinoceros beetle, ficus gall wasps and scales. Lawns have also had many issues this past year. Cheng will be discussing these fungal issues as well.