Should We Worry About Earworms in Bt Corn?
Earworm populations (known as bollworm in cotton) were relatively low in our system from 2011 to 2016. Arguably, at …
Pest Management
Oak Spider Mites Cause Damage to Street, Landscape, and Nursery Trees
This week I have noticed damage on many pin oaks (Quercus falcata) by oak spider mites (Oligonychus bicolor). Oak …
Yellow Poplar Weevils on Poplar and Magnolia
Yellow poplar weevils, Odontopus calceatus, can be a severe pest of tulip poplars and magnolias growing in nurseries and …
Unwanted Pool Guests
Honey Bees – When summer weather turns hot and dry, honey bees (and other insects) will frequently seek out any …
Scout Corn Now to Prevent Ear Damage From Stink Bugs
Corn is susceptible to damage at three stages (roughly): V1 to V6, V14 to VT and R1 to R4. …
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