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Brownheaded Ash Sawfly

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3297

Identification, behavior, and management of this pest, which may defoliate ash trees in early spring. New, 2-page, color.

Published Date: May 2016

Boxelder and Red-Shouldered Bugs: Home and Horticultural Pests

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF2580

Describes developmental stages, seasonal life history and control of boxelder and red-shouldered bugs, two pests that are a nuisance to homeowners. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Jan 2016

Common Asparagus Beetle

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3231

This publication provides tips for identification and management of the common asparagus beetle, a colorful blue-black, spotted insect that is a widespread pest of garden asparagus. 2-pages, full color.

Published Date: May 2015

Ornamental Pest Control, 3A: Pesticide Application Training

by Frannie L. Miller

S11

Maintenance and production of ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers not included in 3C. Publication describes control methods for insects, mites, plant diseases, weeds, moles, rodents, and other mammals in trees, shrubs, flowers, houseplants. Includes equipment and safety facts. 74 pages, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2015

Turfgrass Insects: Home and Horticultural Pests

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF2901

Information to help identify and manage common insect pests of turfgrass in Kansas. 8-page, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2015

Emerald Ash Borer

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF3168

This wood-boring beetle poses a serious threat to native ash trees in Kansas. Potential losses to valuable landscape plants and municipal trees have prompted state agencies to join a national effort to stop the spread of this destructive pest. This publication provides information on pest status, identification, damage, and treatment. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Sep 2014

Thousand Cankers Disease and Black Walnuts: a Deadly Combination!

MF3167

This publication describes thousand cankers disease and gives tips to control this costly disease’s spread. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2014

Harlequin Bug

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3135

Identification and biology, host plants, damage, and management of this destructive pest of vegetable crops. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Jun 2014

Spotted Wing Drosophila

by Cherie Copeland Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3158

Identification, behavior, and control of this pest of fruits and berries. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Apr 2014

Web Producing Caterpillars in Kansas: Home and Horticultural Pests

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF2395

The eastern tent caterpillar and fall webworm are the state's main species of web-forming caterpillars. Covers identification, damage, and management of these horticultural pests. 4-page, full color.

Revision Date: Jul 2013

Tomato and Tobacco Hornworms: Home and Horticultural Pests

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF3075

Identification, biology, behavior, and management of two common vegetable garden pests. 4-page, full color.

Published Date: Apr 2013

Insect Growth Regulators for Use in Greenhouses

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3094

This publication discusses insect growth regulators for use in greenhouse production systems, including their classifications and side effects. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2013

Rose Rosette Disease

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF2974

Covers symptoms, causes, and management of this well-known infection of roses. 2-page, full color.

Revision Date: Apr 2013

Pesticide Metabolites

by Raymond A. Cloyd

MF3070

For some pesticides, the active ingredient must be converted by the insect, mite, or plant into a lethal substance. These substances, metabolites, are the product of chemical reactions that occur naturally in cells during metabolism. Insecticides and miticides that work via metabolites are known as pro-insecticides or pro-acaricides. 2 p.

Published Date: Sep 2012

Pocket Guide to Common Pest Problems and Beneficials

by Frannie L. Miller

S158

Publication features 40 of the most common garden insect pests and beneficials. It contains information on what the insects look like, life stages, damage, and what can be done to control them. 64-page, full color.

Published Date: Aug 2012

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