Justin McMechan
faculty
- Asst Professor Entomology University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
402-472-2312
On campus, dial 2-2312
Introduction to CropWatch Readers
Crop Infographics
Previous CW Contributions:
Grower Input Sought at Dec. 20 Soybean Gall Midge Meeting
December 12, 2018
Growers who dealt with soybean gall midge infestations in 2018 and those interested in learning more about this emerging soybean pest are invited to attend a roundtable discussion Dec. 20. Grower input can help share research efforts being planned for 2019.
Fremont Corn Expo Jan. 3
December 10, 2018
Eastern Nebraska corn growers can sharpen their marketing, production, and pest management strategies at the 2019 Fremont Corn Expo January 3 in Fremont.
Which Bt Traits Do You Need to Buy?
November 15, 2018
When it comes to buying corn seed, one way to save money is to ensure you are not investing in GMO insect protection traits you do not need for your particular farm or field. This guide can help you determine which traits you need where.
Soybean Gall Midge: Adult Stage Identified
November 7, 2018
The adult of the soybean gall midge, a new pest in north central US soybean production, has now been verified, allowing growers to add a new photo to their "Most Wanted" list for spring scouting.
Survey of Orange Gall Midge in Nebraska: A Potential Pest of Soybeans
August 23, 2018
A relatively new insect in soybean, the orange gall midge has now been confirmed in 15 eastern Nebraska counties.Growers and consultants are invited to submit reports of orange gall midge in counties where it hasn't previously been identified.
Scouting for Soybean Stem Borer Damage
August 9, 2018
High populations of soybean stem borers may predispose your field to lodging and complicate harvest. Fields with higher levels of injury should be harvested first to minimize lodging losses.
Soybean Defoliators
August 1, 2018
Defoliation injury is being reported in soybeans and often can look worse than it is. This illustrated guide to assessing injury can help you get reliable scouting numbers on which to base sound treatment decisions.
Orange Gall Midge in Soybeans
August 1, 2018
Reports of orange gall midge in soybean increased in Nebraska this year and researchers have initiated in-field and laboratory studies to help learn more about its potential to reduce yield as well as best practices for its management.