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Borers: Common Kansas Species: Home and Horticultural Pests
MF2735
Borers feed unseen beneath bark, destroying irreplaceable cambial and wood tissues of trees and shrubs. Borers are usually larvae of beetles and moths. Photos included. 8-page.Published Date: Oct 2006
Clover Mites
MF915
This fact sheet provides information on the biology of clover mites. Management strategies are discussed. 2 pages, color.Revision Date: Dec 2022
Chiggers: Pests That Affect Human Health
MF2107
Some people report itching within minutes after entering chigger-infested sites although no bite marks are visible until later. The itching begins 3-6 hours after the chigger begins biting. 2 p.Revision Date: May 2010
Springtails
EP124
Springtails are tiny insects that live in areas of high humidity. Their name comes from their ability to use a projection on their abdomen to propel themselves into the air. 2-page, B/W.Published Date: Nov 2004
Pillbugs: Kansas Crop Pests
by Amie Norton Holly N. Davis Phillip E. Sloderbeck Robert J. Whitworth
MF2855
Pillbugs can be found in locations with high humidity and moisture. They normally feed on decaying organic matter but also can be a crop or garden pest. 2-page, color.Revision Date: Nov 2022
Phytoseiulus persimilis: Biological Control Agent of the Twospotted Spider Mite
MF3665
This publication provides information on the biology, feeding behavior, commercial availability, and use of P. persimilis as a biological control agent. 4 pages, color.Published Date: Apr 2024
Steinernema feltiae: Biological Control Agent of Fungus Gnat Larvae
MF3649
This publication discusses the biology, behavior, commercial availability, use in greenhouses, and quality assessment of S. feltiae. 2 pages, color.Published Date: Oct 2023
Aphidius colemani and Aphidius ervi: Biological Control Agents of Aphids
MF3653
This publication provides information on the biology and behavior, commercial availability, use in greenhouses, and quality assessment of Aphidius colemani and Aphidius ervi. 4 pages, color.Published Date: Mar 2024
Green Lacewings: Biological Control Agents of Greenhouse Insect Pests
MF3654
This publication provides information on the green lacewings related to their biology and behavior, commercial availability, and use in greenhouses as biological control agents. 2 pages, color.Revision Date: Mar 2024
Eretmocerus eremicus: Biological Control Agent of Whiteflies
MF3617
This publication discusses biology and behavior, commercial availability, and quality assessment associated with E. eremicus, a parasitoid of the greenhouse whitefly and the sweetpotato whitefly. 2 pages, color.Published Date: Feb 2023
Insidious Flower Bug: Biological Control Agent of Greenhouse Insect and Mite Pests
by Nathan J. Herrick Raymond A. Cloyd
MF3616
This publication discusses topics associated with the insidious flower bug, including biology, feeding behavior, commercial availability, and use in greenhouses. 2 pages, color.Published Date: Feb 2023
Encarsia formosa: Biological Control Agent of the Greenhouse Whitefly
MF3621
Encarsia formosa is a parasitoid that can be released into greenhouses to manage whitefly populations. Publication describes biology, behavior, commercial availability, use in greenhouses, and quality assessment of E. formosa. 2 pages, color.Published Date: May 2023
Neoseiulus cucumeris: Biological Control Agent of the Western Flower Thrips
MF3633
This publication discusses the biology, behavior, commercial availability, use in greenhouses, and quality assessment of N. cucumeris. 2 pages, color.Published Date: May 2023
Bagworm: Insect Pest of Trees and Shrubs
MF3474
Information to help identify and manage this insect pest using proper cultural practices and/or insecticidal controls. 4-page, color.Published Date: Jan 2020
Woolly Apple Aphid: Insect Pest of Apple Trees
MF3546
Information on pest biology, damage and strategies to reduce damage caused by this major insect pest of apple trees. 2-page, color.Published Date: Jan 2021
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