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Western bean cutworm and corn rootworm populations increasing in corn
Published on July 25, 2016
Large populations of western bean cutworm and corn rootworm have been reported in corn fields in southern and central Michigan. -
Michigan spotted wing Drosophila report for July 22, 2016
Published on July 22, 2016
Big jump in trap catches this week – high risk of infestation expected across the state – susceptible crops must be protected. -
Tiny insects pose huge risk for black walnut trees
Published on July 20, 2016
Thousand cankers disease (TCD) is not yet in Michigan but has already been discovered in Ohio and Indiana. This fungal pathogen is responsible for spreading TCD, threatening the widespread health of black walnut trees across Michigan. -
Potato leafhoppers causing problems in Michigan alfalfa fields
Published on July 18, 2016
Hot, dry weather can lead to increased challenges on alfalfa fields due to insect damage. -
Concolor fir turning brown
Published on July 15, 2016
Delphinella shoot blight has been found to be causing needles and shoots to turn brown on Concolor fir. -
Michigan hop scouting report – July 13, 2016
Published on July 13, 2016
Twospotted spider mite populations are rising and miticides should be applied early in the infestation, before visible symptoms are widespread. Male hop plants are visible as growth becomes reproductive and should be removed. -
Beneficial insects can contribute to natural pest suppression
Published on July 13, 2016
Xerces Society offers conservation biocontrol short course at Kellogg Biological Station July 25, 2016. -
Potato leafhoppers and mites on the rise in chestnut
Published on July 13, 2016
Potato leafhopper numbers are up and European red mites are visible in Michigan chestnut orchards. -
Explore Michigan's inland lakes during Lake Appreciation Month
Published on July 12, 2016
Investigate components of lake ecology and common aquatic plants that are part of a lake ecosystem in upcoming educational workshop. -
Early infection of downy mildew found in Michigan cucumbers
Published on July 11, 2016
Downy mildew has been confirmed in Michigan cucumbers in Bay County for 2016 season.