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How will this warmer winter weather affect the survival of pests like emerald ash borer (EAB)?
Emerald ash borers generally have a one-year life cycle that can extend to two years in a vigorously growing ash tree. EAB larvae live under...
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A female mealybug amongst cottony egg masses on an orchid stem
Mealybugs have taken up residence on the underside of this saucer.
And suddenly it’s fall! Time to start bringing in those houseplants that have thrived outdoors over the...
Homeowners frequently enhance their outdoor living spaces with attractive plants and trees. When that greenery also produces food, the results can be both beauty and bounty.
People who plant vegetable gardens and fruit trees in their yards can be blessed with an abundance of fresh pickings once it'...
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Our partners at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) publish the Plant Pest Insider newsletter. The November 24 edition includes information on spotting and reporting the following pests that are commonly found this time of year...
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Aphids are good candidates for control with soap.
Any place gardeners gather to talk about plants, there will be talk of soap. Dish soap and water are often referred to as the holy grail for managing insects from aphids to Japanese...
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Some of the state’s earliest sweet corn is making its way to markets. Plantings will continue to tassel, silk, and size up ears for the next two months, meaning we are entering the key window for sweet corn pest control.
The bugs you...
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While the prolonged heat is testing irrigation systems and human endurance, some insects are thriving. Here’s a rundown of three pests whose populations boom during periods of hot, dry weather. The pests themselves are small in size and...
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The next webinar in the Alternative Berry Production Systems webinar series is coming up next week, Thursday, April 8th at 1:00pm CDT.
Register for this webinar.
Whether you are certified organic, organic-focused, or just looking to...
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A hornworm parasitized by beneficial wasps
While not grown for food, a cover crop can be a powerful ally in maintaining a productive, healthy garden. One of the ways cover crops can help is by suppressing weeds and breaking up pest...
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By now your houseplants have been indoors for a while. Insect pests like our warm, dry homes. Take time this week to look closely at your houseplants for signs of pests like mealybugs, scale, and spidermites. Look for white cottony stuff,...