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List of Elements in Alberta - insects - leafhoppers, aphids and lice

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List of leafhoppers, aphids and lice documented for the province of Alberta including native as well as exotic (introduced) species.

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Pests of greenhouse sweet peppers and their biological control

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Descriptions of the common pests of greenhouse peppers are followed with a list of the biocontrol agents recommended for control. Pesticides are not discussed.

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Spotted alfalfa aphid

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Presents a description of the spotted alfalfa aphid, describes the type of damage it can cause to alfalfa crops, and looks at biological and chemical methods of controlling the insect. This... More ≫

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Presents a description of the spotted alfalfa aphid, describes the type of damage it can cause to alfalfa crops, and looks at biological and chemical methods of controlling the insect. This species of aphid can be more serious on alfalfa than the pea aphid because it not only sucks out the juice of the plant, but it also injects a toxin into it.

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Economic thresholds for insects attacking cereals and corn

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Presents economic thresholds for insects attacking cereals and corns. A common problem for agricultural producers is deciding whether or not to treat a crop for a specific insect pest. Economic... More ≫

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Presents economic thresholds for insects attacking cereals and corns. A common problem for agricultural producers is deciding whether or not to treat a crop for a specific insect pest. Economic thresholds can help producers make these decisions by providing guidance as to whether insect control can be expected to have an economic benefit.

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Economic thresholds for insects attacking special crops

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Presents economic thresholds for insects attacking specialty crops. A common problem for agricultural producers is deciding whether or not to treat a crop for a specific insect pest. Economic... More ≫

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Presents economic thresholds for insects attacking specialty crops. A common problem for agricultural producers is deciding whether or not to treat a crop for a specific insect pest. Economic thresholds can help producers make these decisions by providing guidance as to whether insect control can be expected to have an economic benefit.

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Insect and mite pests of strawberries

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Presents a list of insect and mite pests that can cause production losses for strawberry farming. Topics covered for each pest include identification, life cycle, damage that can be caused,... More ≫

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Presents a list of insect and mite pests that can cause production losses for strawberry farming. Topics covered for each pest include identification, life cycle, damage that can be caused, monitoring, and cultural control.

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