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Aphids on a plant stem
By mid‑August, Minnesota gardens are in full swing, and so are the pests that thrive in warm, dry weather. Aphids, thrips, Japanese beetles, spider mites, and lawn grubs can all leave their mark, turning healthy...
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Images: The multicolored asian lady beetle (left; Harmonia axyridis), social wasps like yellow jackets (middle; Vespula and Dolichovespula spp.), and common fruit flies (Drosophila menogaster) are all insects that can lead to issues with...
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Cucumber beetles show up in Minnesota every year. This article provides a brief overview of cucumber beetles along with recommended management strategies you can use after your cucurbits are planted.
Cucumber beetles: an overview...
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Marissa Schuh (center) points out mock pest damage on a craft cabbage with Dalia Macias (left) and other Farm at the Arb apprentices.
University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies...
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Flea beetle continues to be one of the biggest pests on Minnesota vegetables farms, especially in our brassica crops. Some of the most effective things we can do to manage this pest happen before we see damage (AKA, the combination of...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu
Cucumber beetles show up in Minnesota every year. This article provides a brief overview of cucumber beetles along with recommended management strategies you can use after your cucurbits are planted.
Cucumber beetles: an overview...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu
Minnesota 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 insects you may see but may not...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu
Cucumber beetles show up in Minnesota every year. This article provides a brief overview of cucumber beetles along with recommended management strategies you can use after your cucurbits are planted.
Cucumber beetles: an overview...
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu
Flea beetle continues to be one of the biggest pests on Minnesota vegetables farms, especially in our brassica crops. Some of the most effective things we can do to manage this pest happen before we see damage (AKA, the combination of...
No homeowner wants pests to invade their homes or their yards. However, it's easy for pests to find their way into and around a home. In fact, certain conditions may be inviting pests to a property.
· Garbage: Piles of garbage offer food and shelter to pests. Removing garbage piles and cleaning up...