Study Suggests Closer-Proximity Lures Help Increase Insect Pest Catches Posted by Christina Herrick|June 25, 2017 Research shows single-trap locations are not as effective as those kept close together. Read More
Share Your Knowledge at the First CEAg World Conference and Expo Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 19, 2024
Early-Season Scouting Tips for Sweet Corn Growers By Marissa Schuh|June 21, 2017 Black cutworm and true armyworm have been caught in relatively high numbers across the Midwest, including Michigan. Learn more about determining risk and scouting in your sweet corn plantings.
Make Way for Life-Saving Science on Your Farm [opinion] By Paul Rusnak|June 15, 2017 While nature always finds a way to adapt, science continues to find other ways to cope.
Is CRISPR/Cas9 a Viable Solution for the Control of Crop Insect Pests? By Kenong Xu|May 31, 2017 Gene editing has the potential to aid growers in control of invasive pests.
First California Red Scale Aerosol Mating Disruption Product Approved Posted by David Eddy|May 16, 2017 EPA, California officials grant Semios approval of pheromone pest control solution for widespread citrus problem.
Springtail Is an Unexpected Vegetable Pest By Shimat V. Joseph|May 14, 2017 One springtail species is targeting germinating seeds, impacting seedling growth.
Penn State Offers Tips To Manage Early Season Orchard Pests Posted by Christina Herrick|May 2, 2017 Warm weather has quickly accelerated development of insects.
A Guide to Experts Tips on Vegetable Insect Pests Posted by Carol Miller|April 26, 2017 Here’s a resource to quickly reach advice on how to handle insect pests in most regions of the U.S.
Beetle Battle Burgeoning for South Florida Avocado Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 20, 2017 Scientists identify more species of pests that vector deadly fungus.
Natural Enemies for Asian Citrus Psyllid By Richard Jones|April 17, 2017 The eventual spread of Huanglongbing (HLB), or citrus greening, to commercial groves in California seems inevitable. But the […]
Biggest Vegetable Insect Threats for 2017 Posted by Carol Miller|April 5, 2017 Entomologists across the country share which pests they see as potential problems for vegetable growers this year.
Biocontrol Increasingly Important Option Against Potato Psyllid Posted by Carol Miller|April 5, 2017 Neonicotinoids, a key weapon in the grower’s arsenal against potato psyllids, is becoming less effective, a team of researchers […]
Chlorpyrifos’ Ban Reversed: Researchers React Posted by Carol Miller|April 5, 2017 Last week, EPA declined to ban the pesticide, which had been recommended for removal during the Obama administration.
Silicon: Plant Nutrient and Biocontrol Agent By Wendy L. Zellner|April 3, 2017 Editor’s note: Wendy Zellner made an in-depth presentation on silicon and its use as a biocontrol agent in […]
Growers’ Help Wanted on Spotted Wing Drosophila Survey Posted by David Eddy|February 28, 2017 National project needs input on how the nasty pest affected your farms in 2016.
New Discovery Smells Like Victory for Florida Avocado Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 27, 2017 Scientists find naturally occurring repellent that could keep disease-carrying beetles at bay.
New Insecticide Available to Combat Sucking, Chewing Pests Posted by Rosemary Gordon|February 22, 2017 Minecto Pro from Syngenta has received EPA approval for use in specialty and vegetable crops to control lepidopteran and other pests.
3 Ways to Save Your Vegetable Crops From Diamondback Moths By Bonnie C. Wells|January 13, 2017 An integrated approach is key to managing this destructive pest.
Vegalab US Offers a New Formulation of Spider Mite Control Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 9, 2017 The biological product attacks spider mites in two ways.
New Potato Insecticide/Fungicide Seed Treatment Available Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 4, 2017 Syngenta’s CruiserMaxx Vibrance receives EPA registration.