Julie Peterson - Extension Entomologist

Julie Peterson

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402 W State Farm Rd North Platte NE 69101-7751
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Work 308-696-6704 On campus, dial 7-6704

Faculty Bio
CW Welcome to Julie Peterson
Twitter: @PetersonInsects

Western bean cutworm feeding in corn
Western bean cutworm feeding in corn

Begin Scouting for Western Bean Cutworm Eggs in Corn

July 8, 2016
The first western bean cutworm moths were captured in University of Nebraska-Lincoln black light traps June 23 at Clay Center, June 27 at North Platte, and June 30 at Scottsbluff. Flights are currently increasing, particularly in North Platte. Scouting should be underway across much of the state.

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western bean cutworm
western bean cutworm

Using Degree-Days to Predict Western Bean Cutworm Flights

June 24, 2016
Accumulated degree-days offer a proven means for estimating when to scout for insects, including the western bean cutworm. Here's how to estimate insect growth and recommended dates to start scouting for WBC at 14 Nebraska sites.

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