Insect Control
Twelve counties and counting are under quarantine for the invasive pest. Find out what ag experts are saying.
Research report indicates as crop protection shifts toward sustainable practices and innovations, the demand for more nematicides is expected to expand.
Local agriculture officials confirm new infestations of spotted lanternfly in parts of southeastern Michigan.
Less than a month after successfully eradicating multiple fruit fly threats across the state, a new Medfly sighting has portions of Alameda County under watch.
Nearly year-long collaborative effort successfully eradicated four invasive fruit fly species.
Learn more about four new pest-resistant long beans and how they can change the game in pesticide use.
Researchers aim to raise awareness of problematic pest that affects a number of food crops.
New York Department of Agriculture and Markets confirms first detection of spotted lanternfly in proximity to commercial vineyards in the Finger Lakes.
Latest eradication is the third Oriental fruit fly quarantine lifted in the Golden State this year.
In the latest State of the Vegetable Industry survey, flea beetles were listed as one of the often-mentioned pests that growers found problematic.
Host crops for the Tau fruit fly include more than 300 varieties, such as citrus and other fruits, nuts, vegetables, and berries.
State of the Industry survey respondents indicate increased rainfall helping pests prevail.
Initial find has long been feared because the Golden State produces 90% of the nation’s grapes, the invasive pest’s favorite food.
Ag officials have declared the end of the Oriental fruit fly quarantine in Sacramento and Santa Clara counties following eradication of the invasive pest.
Newly published study from University of Florida scientists finds way for growers to reduce insecticide use and still gain control of the pest.
Understanding their characteristics will help you choose the right product for the best effect.
The invasive pest from Asia loves grapes. American Fruit Grower Lead Editor asks: Does catastrophe await?
Multiple reports indicate corn earworm and lygus bugs infesting various strawberry fields in North Carolina and Virginia.
Learn what new ways are being examined to foil the love lives of costly vineyard pest.