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Jim Walgenbach

Professor & Extension Entomology Specialist (Fruits / Vegetables) Entomology & Plant Pathologyjim_walgenbach@ncsu.edu

(828) 435-2015

MOBILE (828) 674-4939

Phone: (828) 435-2015

Cell Phone: (828) 674-4939

Fax: (828) 684-8715

Street Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759

Mailing Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759

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Job Description Conduct an applied research research and extension program related to pest management on tree fruits and vegetables.

Recent Posts by Jim Walgenbach

Codling Moth: Throughout the region we remain in that window where codling moth is between generations, and unless there …

Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …

In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …

First generation codling moth remains a key pest of concern across the region. Also, the window for tufted apple …

Codling moth degree-day accumulations range from about 370 in Henderson County (2100 ft) to about 600 in the lower …

Recent hail in some orchards will surely affect decisions on continuing to invest in pesticide costs, but for those …

Codling Moth: The cooler weather pattern has slowed degree-day accumulations, and consequently codling moth development has fallen behind last …

With petal fall sprays completed throughout the region, the focus for the next few weeks will be on first …