Ruby Collins - Extension Educator

Cannabis aphid on plant leaf

Arthropod Abundance in Industrial Hemp in West-central Nebraska

September 11, 2024
A diversity of both beneficial and potentially harmful arthropods has been found in industrial hemp grown in west-central Nebraska, and continued observation will be crucial for producers in managing pests as interest in hemp production grows.

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Photo collage of insect on plant leaf and hand holding bisected plant stem
Figure 1. Adult soybean stem borer, Dectes texanus texanus (left) and larval tunneling in soybean petioles (right) at the Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center in June 2024.

Dectes Stem Borer in Soybean

July 10, 2024
A difficult insect to manage, soybean stem borer has expanded its reach in Nebraska. This extension article reviews considerations for scouting and control options, plus resources for producers to learn more on this crop pest.

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