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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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Alfalfa insect survey

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The insect survey underway will allow the establishment of baseline population numbers for alfalfa insects, document population range expansion by known pest species, and identify the presence and... More ≫

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The insect survey underway will allow the establishment of baseline population numbers for alfalfa insects, document population range expansion by known pest species, and identify the presence and range of any potential new risk species. The benefits of the insect survey will help inform ongoing and future surveillance work, allowing for informed integrated pest management practices.

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Economic thresholds for insects attacking forages

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Presents economic thresholds for insects attacking forage 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 forage 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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Lygus bugs in Canada

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Lygus bugs are small, oval-shaped insects that feed on a variety of crops and weeds. Several species infest canola and alfalfa. This fact sheet includes a brief description of the bugs, identifies... More ≫

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Lygus bugs are small, oval-shaped insects that feed on a variety of crops and weeds. Several species infest canola and alfalfa. This fact sheet includes a brief description of the bugs, identifies their host plants, describes their life cycle, describes what type of damage they can cause, and outlines steps to determine when to take action and what methods can be used to manage the insect.

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