Identifying Spider Mite Damage and the Species Responsible
July 26, 2022
With growing reports of spider mites damaging corn and soybeans in Nebraska, it's important to check leaves closely, as many other crop issues can cause similar discoloration.
Managing Spider Mites in Corn and Soybean
July 26, 2022
Recommendations for managing spider mites in corn and soybean, including treatment thresholds and insecticides, as well as discussions on the potential impact of beneficial insects, diseases and insecticide applications.
Scout Now for Corn Rootworm Beetles to Assess Potential Risk of Future Damage
July 19, 2022
Weekly scouting of adult rootworm beetles in July and August will provide the information needed to decide whether rootworm control is necessary next year.
Scouting and Treatment Recommendations for Western Bean Cutworm
July 13, 2022
Scouting should be prioritized in fields that are at the preferred growth stage for egg-laying and/or do not have the VIP3A Bt trait to protect them from western bean cutworm injury.
Managing Stalk Borers in Corn
June 2, 2022
Understanding the common stalk borer life cycle and behavior is critical to selecting management practices to reduce damage in corn.
Scouting Advised for Alfalfa Weevil
May 2, 2022
Alfalfa weevils have been reported damaging alfalfa in southeast Nebraska; scouting for this pest is crucial for alfalfa producers over the next few weeks.
Fall Armyworms in Pastures, Alfalfa, Small Grains, Cover Crops, and Lawns
September 24, 2021
We continue to receive questions on management with the unprecedented number of fall armyworms experienced in Nebraska this fall. The following is a Q/A to address the specific questions we’ve received.
Fall Armyworms Damaging Alfalfa in Southeast Nebraska
August 24, 2021
Fall armyworm caterpillars do most of their feeding in the last stage. If you are not watching fields on a regular basis, you may not notice damage or armyworms until they are large and doing significant damage.