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MANA Crop Protection Launches New Insecticide

February 21, 2012

The new Vulcan insecticide, a chlorpyrifos formulation, has been approved by EPA for use on a variety of fruit and vegetable crops.

Three Pests To Watch For This Season

January 12, 2012

Find out which pests University of Georgia entomologist Stormy Sparks told growers to be on the lookout for at last week’s Southeast Regional Fruit ...

New Tool For Codling Moth Control

January 10, 2012

Certis USA has launched a high-potency codling moth virus.

Pest Symposium Attracts Researchers From Around The World

December 28, 2011

Experts gathered in California to discuss how to limit Pierce’s disease, which is vectored by the glassy-winged sharpshooter.

New Ways To Attack Two-Spotted Spider Mite May Be On The Horizon

November 30, 2011

Researchers decoded the genetic blueprint for the two-spotted spider mite with the hope of eventually yielding better control options.

Trap Crops Control Pests

November 28, 2011

This IPM technique is most effective when used in combination with chemical, biological, and cultural control methods.

Spotted Wing Drosophila Found In Six East Michigan Counties This Fall

November 22, 2011

As this feared pest becomes more widespread, fruit growers need to learn all they can. Fortunately, this year’s winter meetings offer plenty of oppo...

In Focus: David Warman

November 18, 2011

Three questions with the director of sales for Marrone Bio Innovations.

Pest Of The Month: Imported Cabbageworm

November 18, 2011

Learn how to ID, the survival and spread, as well as control measures of this pest.

Constant Challenge Of SWD

November 15, 2011

Growers across the country continue their battle against the spotted wing drosophila.

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