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Cross-Striped Cabbageworm: Insect Pest of Vegetable Crops

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3505

Information to help identify and manage this insect pest that feeds on cole crops such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage, and on turnips and leafy-green vegetables. 2-page, color.

Published Date: May 2020

Japanese Beetle: Insect Pest of Horticultural Plants and Turfgrass

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3488

The Japanese beetle is one of the most destructive insect pests of horticultural plants and turfgrass. This publication provides information to help identify damage caused by larva and adults with strategies for managing Japanese beetle populations. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

Insect and Mite Pests of Vegetable Gardens

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3480

How to detect, identify and manage insect and mite pests in vegetable gardens. Includes photos of common pests and information on susceptible host plants. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Mar 2020

Bagworm: Insect Pest of Trees and Shrubs

by Raymond A. Cloyd

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

Oak Leaf Itch Mite

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF2806

The oak leaf itch mite, Pyemotes herfsi, is a tiny mite that can cause itchy, painful bites in humans. Tips for identification, prevention, and treatment of bites that occur during occasional outbreaks in the Midwest. 2 page, color.

Revision Date: Sep 2019

Scale Insect Pests

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3457

This fact sheet provides information on the biology and plant damage associated with common types of scale insects. Management strategies, which include scouting, cultural and physical control, and insecticides, are also discussed. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2019

Aphid Management in Greenhouse Production Systems

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3442

Biology, damage, and management of aphids. Includes in-depth information about aphid-plant interactions and insecticide resistance. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Mar 2019

Grub Management in Turfgrass Using Insecticides

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3439

Life cycle, behavior, and turfgrass damage caused by common grub species found in Kansas. Addresses factors that influence insecticide effectiveness and offers recommendations for control. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Jan 2019

Yellowstriped Armyworm on Tomatoes and Peppers

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3250

Biology and life cycle, damage, and management of this pest of tomatoes and peppers. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Sep 2018

Redheaded Flea Beetle

by Nathan J. Herrick Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3225

Biology, damage, and management of this pest of nursery production systems. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Aug 2018

Household Pests of Kansas

by Robert J. Whitworth Holly N. Davis

MF3291

A guide to help homeowners and pest managers identify and manage key arthropod pests found in and around the home, including insects, mites, spiders, centipedes, scorpions, and ticks. 112-page, color, spiral bound.

Published Date: Jul 2018

Pesticides and Bees

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3428

Learn about the impact of pesticides on bees and how to protect bees from pesticide exposure. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2018

Shore Fly

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3384

Identification and management of this insect pest of greenhouse-grown ornamental and vegetable crops. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2017

Squash Bug, Home and Horticultural Pests

by James R. Nechols Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3308

Identification and management of this major insect pest of field and garden-grown squash and pumpkins. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2016

Squash Vine Borer, Home and Horticultural Pests

by James R. Nechols Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3309

Tips for home gardeners on how to identify and manage this damaging pest of cucurbit plants such as squash, pumpkin, cucumber, and muskmelon. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2016

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