Thomas Hunt
volunteer, emeriti
- Emeritus Professor Entomology University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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57905 866 Rd
Concord
NE
68728-2828
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Emergence of Soybean Gall Midge in Southern Cass County, NE
June 15, 2019
Soybean gall midge adults were collected June 14 and 15 in Cass County, but have not yet been found elsewhere in Nebraska traps. This article addresses when and where treatment is warranted. (June 15, 2019)
First ECB Resistance to Bt Corn Reported in Canada
May 22, 2019
The first case of field-evolved resistance of European corn borer (ECB) to Bt transgenic corn has been reported in Canada. What does this mean for Nebraska corn farmers and how can they help maintain resistance here?
Alerts Available for Tracking Soybean Gall Midge
May 9, 2019
A new alert system will notify growers when emerging soybean gall midges are captured in field traps in counties where there was damage in 2018.
Soybean Seed Germination Concerns
February 13, 2019
Average germination rates of new crop soybean being tested by the Nebraska Crop Improvement Association are lower than in recent years. Growers are urged to check the germination rate for their soybean seed and adjust planting rate and use of fungicide treatments accordingly.
What’s New in Entomology: Eastern Nebraska
January 9, 2019
An overview of what crop insect pests were leading threats in eastern Nebraska and where they were found. This article is from the Proceedings of the 2019 Crop Production Clinics.
Soybean Gall Midge: An Emerging Pest of Soybeans
January 9, 2019
Report on 2018 observations of the soybean gall midge and research on the effect of various management practices on damage and yield. This is an article in the Proceedings of the 2019 Crop Production Clinics.
The Biology and Management of Ear-Feeding Lepidopteran Pests of Corn in Nebraska
January 9, 2019
A guide to Identification and management of European corn borer (Ostrinia nubilalis), western bean cutworm (Striacosta albicosta), corn earworm (Helicoverpa zea), and fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda).
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.