Matthew Grieshop, Ph.D.

Matthew J. Grieshop has worked in the areas of organic and sustainable agriculture for over 20 years. An entomologist by training, he has published over 60 papers and extension/trade articles in biological, cultural, behavioral, and chemical pest management.

Prior to joining Cal Poly, Grieshop served Michigan State University as the Organic Pest Management Specialist where he taught courses in agroecology, pest management, sustainable agriculture, and environmental science and built a nationally recognized research and extension program. Grieshop received his doctorate from Kansas State University, MS1 from Montana State University, and bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz.