Florida Blueberry Growers on High Alert for Gall Midge Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 29, 2018 Tiny pest a possible culprit in reported widespread crop losses.Read More
The Best Pole and Bush Bean Varieties You’ll Want To Grow Now Posted by Carol Miller|September 1, 2026
Boxadon 360 SC Insecticide From UPL Gets Important Registration for Use on Key California Crops Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 31, 2026
Building an IPM Program to Fight Fruit Flies By David Eddy|March 26, 2018 When faced with spotted wing drosophila (SWD), it’s critical for growers to keep in mind this is almost […]
Biocontrol in Demand from Produce Retailers and Consumers By Richard Jones|March 13, 2018 Biological control has moved into the mainstream. After years of experimentation and new and improved technologies, biocontrol is […]
Field Scouting Guide: Thrips By Karli Petrovic|March 6, 2018 What you need to know to identify and control this pest.
Pre-Season Vegetable Pest Forecast for 2018 Posted by Carol Miller|February 7, 2018 Forecasting pests can be tricky. While conditions that favor or curb various insects or diseases can give plant […]
Tips for Sustainable Soil Disinfestation in Vegetables By Monica Ozores-Hampton|January 23, 2018 The non-fumigant practice is gaining attention to fight pests in crops.
New, Improved Lure for Stink Bug Detected Posted by David Eddy|January 9, 2018 USDA researchers have identified a chemical that makes pheromone traps more effective in killing the brown marmorated stink bug.
Field Scouting Guide: Lygus Bug By Karli Petrovic|December 11, 2017 Follow these tips on identifying and managing this pest with a tarnished reputation.
Spotted Lanternfly Discovered in Delaware Posted by Christina Herrick|November 28, 2017 A large survey to be conducted this winter to scout for populations possibly established or trying to establish in the state.
Send out the Swat Team for Pepper Fruit Flies By Gene McAvoy|November 22, 2017 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this winged pest.
California Growers Get New Insecticide for Sucking Pests Posted by David Eddy|November 2, 2017 Syngenta receives California registration for Minecto Pro insecticide, to be used on tree nuts, citrus, and vegetables.
Southeast Invaded by Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Posted by David Eddy|November 1, 2017 Sightings of notorious pest in Mississippi, though crops have been spared so far.
Biocontrol Gains Traction in the East By Richard Jones|October 23, 2017 Biological control — whether you’re talking about biochemicals, microbial products, beneficials, or even the relatively new category of […]
Prevent Sweet Potato Weevil From Giving You the Slip By Gene McAvoy|September 25, 2017 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this insect pest.
Whitefly Troubles Go From Bad to Worse in Florida By Frank Giles|September 20, 2017 Growers should have a plan for managing the pest from beginning to end of season.
Get Better Results From Your Biopesticide Program Posted by Richard Jones|September 13, 2017 Softer crop protection programs are becoming a must in specialty crop production. Growers who aren’t learning more about […]
The Grower’s Take: Citrus, HLB, and Biological Control By Frank Giles|September 11, 2017 Uncle Matt’s Organic orange juice brand has enjoyed steady growth since its 2002 inception. The brand’s success is […]
Vegetable Pest Populations Can Soar in High Tunnels, Study Shows Posted by Carol Miller|September 6, 2017 High tunnels alone are not enough to control pest populations, the study shows. To control pest levels, growers need to take other steps that allow ventilation while screening crops, and supporting natural predators.
Dispelling the Rumors: Using Biologicals and Biochemicals in IPM Programs By Michael Larose|September 1, 2017 Whether you’re a grower, packer, processor, or retailer, you have experienced the dramatic shift in consumer preference for […]
Stop Fall Armyworm from Getting the Drop on Your Sweet Corn Crop By Gene McAvoy|August 24, 2017 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this notorious pest.
