Displaying 76 to 85 of 85 Publications
Fungus Gnat: Management in Greenhouses and Nurseries
MF2937
Fungus gnats, Bradysia spp.,are major insect pests in greenhouses and nurseries. The larva is located within growing medium. They are a problem under moist conditions during propagation, when plant cuttings or plugs are initiating root systems. 4-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2010
Ornamental Pest Control, 3A: Pesticide Application Training
S11
Maintenance and production of ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers not included in 3C. Publication describes control methods for insects, mites, plant diseases, weeds, moles, rodents, and other mammals in trees, shrubs, flowers, houseplants. Includes equipment and safety facts. 74 pages, color.Revision Date: Apr 2015
Boxelder and Red-Shouldered Bugs: Home and Horticultural Pests
MF2580
Describes developmental stages, seasonal life history and control of boxelder and red-shouldered bugs, two pests that are a nuisance to homeowners. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Jan 2016
Borers: Management and Prevention: Home and Horticultural Pests
MF2736
Anti-borer insecticides are best suited for proactive rather than reactive use. Insecticides can be sprayed directly onto tree trunks and larger limbs. 2-page, 2-color.Published Date: Nov 2006
Oak Leaf Itch Mite
MF2806
The oak leaf itch mite, Pyemotes herfsi, is a tiny mite that can cause itchy, painful bites in humans. Tips for identification, prevention, and treatment of bites that occur during occasional outbreaks in the Midwest. 2 page, color.Revision Date: Sep 2019
Thousand Cankers Disease and Black Walnuts: a Deadly Combination!
MF3167
This publication describes thousand cankers disease and gives tips to control this costly disease’s spread. 2-page, color.Published Date: Jul 2014
Emerald Ash Borer
MF3168
This wood-boring beetle poses a serious threat to native ash trees in Kansas. Potential losses to valuable landscape plants and municipal trees have prompted state agencies to join a national effort to stop the spread of this destructive pest. This publication provides information on pest status, identification, damage, and treatment. 4-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2014
European Pine Sawfly: Home and Horticultural Pests
MF2545
Identification and control of European pine sawfly. Larvae feed on mugo and other pine species and may strip entire branches of needles in early spring. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Feb 2016
Grasshoppers in the Lawn and Garden: Home and Horticultural Pests
L868
Important species include redlegged differential and two-striped grasshoppers. The differential and two-striped grasshoppers are most frequently encountered by home gardeners. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Jun 2005
Pesticides and Bees
MF3428
Learn about the impact of pesticides on bees and how to protect bees from pesticide exposure. 8-page, color.Published Date: Jul 2018
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