Disease issues can be a real problem in blueberries. There are many management aspects that growers can do before, during, and after plantin...
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General Pesticide Information
All pesticides used in Alabama, on hemp or otherwise, must be registered with the Alabama Department of Agric...
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With exoskeletons, antennae, wings, fur, and compound eyes, they have decided to call your living space home. Cooler temperatures signal sea...
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Large populations of silverleaf whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci) have become more common during the fall in the southeastern United States, inclu...
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Fall is a favorite season for many, as it signals the beginning of colorful leaves and crisp weather. But for many outdoor insect pests, the...
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2018-21 Annual Report
Our goal with the Beginning Farmer program is to help new producers develop knowledge and critical skills...
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The Agronomic Crops Program delivers research-based integrated information to improve producer management decisions while increasing profita...
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Chigger mites in their larval stage are serious parasitic pests of humans and animals. In their nymphal and adult stages, they are a...
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Tomato spotted wilt (TSW), caused by tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV; Family Bunyaviridae; Genus Tospovirus), is an important disease of fie...
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Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has re...
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Summertime can be brutal when it comes to protecting landscapes in the South. Sustaining summer lawns and gardens starts with careful planni...
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If you see long-legged flies in your garden or yard, don’t grab insecticide. These beneficial predators help reduce many insect pests.
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