Growers should be watching for early season insect pests on their peas and beans. Early in the growing season, leguminous vegetables are in ...
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Squash and many other cucurbits are a favorite for vegetable farmers that bring a good price at direct markets. However, many insect pests f...
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In this video, Ayanava Majumdar, an Alabama Extension entomologist, discusses an overview of spider mites. These pests have become a major i...
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Learn about tawny crazy ants, their behavior, and how to control them in plant nurseries.
Tawny crazy ants (Nylanderi...
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Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) is a polyphagous mite that feeds on many crops. Due to its quick life cycle and ability to sur...
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Implement these organic prevention and control strategies to reduce pest populations in your vegetable crops.
Whether you a...
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The sugarcane aphid is a serious economic problem on grain sorghum in Mexico and the Caribbean, the southern states along the U.S. Gulf Coas...
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Farmers, especially vegetable and fruit producers, are always looking for ways to boost production and extend their growing seasons. High tu...
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Getting Started With Season Extension Techniques
Spurred by enthusiasm for fresh, local agricultural products, farmers are increasing the a...
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Insect pests can cause major crop loss or contamination if not managed timely. People are generally careful about choosing the right insecti...
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Citrus has long been thought of as a low-maintenance crop. Though this crop is relatively low input, it is not hands free. Regular and timel...
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Integrated pest management (IPM) is the practice of using a variety of methods to manage pests. When used correctly, pesticides can be a gre...
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