Hessian Fly: Kansas Crop Pests

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MF2866 Hessian Fly: Kansas Crop Pests

by Robert J. Whitworth Phillip E. Sloderbeck Holly N. Davis et al.

Published Date: Jan 2009
Revision Date: May 2023

The Hessian fly, Mayetiola destructor, is often ranked as the most important insect pest in winter wheat production. Plant after the fly-free date, destroy volunteer wheat. 4-page, color.

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