Pest Alert! New Invasive Species of Fruit Fly Found in Los Angeles County By Growing Produce Staff|July 27, 2023 Ensuing Tau fruit fly quarantine is the first ever in Western Hemisphere.Read More
Boxadon 360 SC Insecticide From UPL Gets Important Registration for Use on Key California Crops Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 31, 2026
Unique Bactericide Product Could Offer Solution for Deadly Strawberry Disease Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 31, 2026
Why Thinking Like a Farmer Is So Important at Erick Nielsen Enterprises By Thomas Skernivitz|August 29, 2026
Study: Japanese Beetle Spread Is Likely Across Washington State Within 2 Decades Posted by Growing Produce Staff|July 19, 2023 First reports of the invasive pest being found in the Evergreen State was during 2020. Fruit and hops growers on alert.
What’s Bugging Vegetable Growers the Most? Survey Ranks the Top 6 Pests and Diseases By Thomas Skernivitz|July 12, 2023 When asked about the most problematic pest problems this past season, wildlife and diseases actually edge out insects.
The Top Crop Protection Issues Fruit and Nut Growers Are Dealing With Today By Thomas Skernivitz|July 3, 2023 Producers spent 2022 battling many nuisances, including fire blight, spotted wing drosophila, birds, and deer. Some succeeded. Some didn’t.
Not So Fast! Giant African Land Snail Pest Found Again in South Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 21, 2023 It’s back again. Detection of the giant mollusk with an appetite to match prompts quarantine in parts of Broward County.
Melon Growers Gain Ground on Cucumber Beetle By Thomas Skernivitz|June 7, 2023 Acetamiprid insecticide applied at a one-quarter rate fares well in 2022 UCCE trial.
A Mighty Duo! UV Light and Predatory Mites Fight Strawberry Pest, But … Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 1, 2023 Researchers caution the same ultraviolet technology used to control twospotted spider mite also can damage eggs of beneficial mites.
Hate to Be the Borer of Bad News — Major Pest Concern Moves West By Thomas Skernivitz|May 9, 2023 The emerald ash borer has been a bane to trees in the East and Midwest for many years. Folks out west now are warned to watch for this destructive insect.
Yes! Biosolutions Do Exist for Pest Issues in Walnuts By David Eddy|April 18, 2023 Beginning with a more holistic, biological approach can save growers money on chemical sprays, a key consideration in these days of low walnut prices.
Want To Lessen Pests in Your Farm Fields? Intercropping Might Be the Answer Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 12, 2023 New study looks to help ease crop protection predicament via intercropping. Multiple factors need to be considered though.
Why Western Grape Growers Must Ready Themselves for Spotted Lanternfly By David Eddy|April 11, 2023 Researcher urges growers to work to educate people on the spotted lanternfly as the visitor from Asia makes its way across the country.
Invasive Pepper Thrips Could Become a Major Pain for Growers in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 1, 2023 Researchers warn of potential impacts of tiny pest (Thrips parvispinus) as it spreads across the Sunshine State.
Earwigs in the Orchard: Bad for Cherry Growers, But Good for Pome Fruit Producers By Thomas Skernivitz|March 28, 2023 One orchard’s bane is another’s beneficial. Such is the case with this insect.
Tackling the No. 1 Enemy for Almonds — Navel Orangeworm By David Eddy|March 21, 2023 Pressure from notorious pest is expected to increase; but solutions for it are, too.
Field Scouting Guide: Whitefly By Karli Petrovic|March 16, 2023 What you need to know to identify and control this pest insect.
New Crop Protection Treatments Target Wireworm and Colorado Potato Beetle By Thomas Skernivitz|March 14, 2023 BASF introduces a unique class of chemistry while GreenLight Biosciences focuses on gene therapy solutions.
RNA Finally in Play To Help in Battle Against Pear Psylla By Thomas Skernivitz|March 7, 2023 Growers, though, will need a few more years of biopesticide patience in their quest to control the pest.
Dear Diary: Virginia Grape Growers Ready To Take On Spotted Lanternfly Scourge By Tremain Hatch|February 27, 2023 Viticulture researcher Tremain Hatch shares notes on how the invasive insect is spreading in vineyards around the Commonwealth.
Did You Know? Seedcorn Maggots Can Devastate Spring Melons By John C. Palumbo|February 22, 2023 Learn more about recognizing and preventing this pest from worming its way into your crops.
Pest Alert! Lime Swallowtail Poses New Threat to Citrus in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 16, 2023 It was only a matter of time the invasive pest found its way to the Sunshine State. Learn more about this destructive insect.
