Degree-days for Prediction of Western Bean Cutworm Flight
July 1, 2021
Measuring the amount of heat between an upper and lower threshold to which an insect has been exposed, degree-days models can provide a high level of precision in predicting western bean cutworm peak flight.
Start Scouting for Potato Leafhoppers in Alfalfa
June 23, 2021
Potato leafhoppers have the potential to injure alfalfa in Nebraska every year and have been reported recently in southeast Nebraska. Generally they are a second and third cutting pest.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Management Strategies for Alfalfa Insects, Irrigation
June 17, 2021
This week, extension educators review seasonal issues for alfalfa — scouting practices for alfalfa pests, when and how to correctly irrigate alfalfa, and harvest guidelines for first-year alfalfa.
Soybean Gall Midge Emergence at Several Sites in Nebraska
June 10, 2021
On June 8 and 9, several sites in east-central and northeast Nebraska recorded emergence of soybean gall midge adults. Growers should consider making field edge applications now.
Light Trap Data Available Online
June 8, 2021
UNL Extension Entomology is monitoring crop insect pests (primarily moths) using black light traps at university facilities at North Platte, Clay Center, Mead and Concord.
Wheat Stem Sawfly Emergence — Field Notes from Early June
June 7, 2021
Recent observations indicate very high populations of wheat stem sawfly in Nebraska wheat fields, with emergence not only from field edges but also deep within fallow fields. Documentation on infestations is encouraged for successful fall sawfly management.
Scout Emerging Corn for Insects; Don’t Assume Protection
May 19, 2021
As corn begins to emerge, be alert to the potential for damage from early season insects such as cutworms, wireworms, white grubs or other insects.
Crop Protection Network Scouting School
April 29, 2021
Learn how to scout fields for problems with Crop Protection Network's 2021 Virtual Crop Scout School.