Native Wasp May Help ALB Eradication Efforts
As Turf recently reported, August is “Tree Check Month” for Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) since adult activity peaks this month for the invasive wood-boring beetle …
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August Declared “Tree Check Month” For Asian Longhorned Beetle
August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks. As a result, the U.S. Department …
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The Tiny Champion Fighting Emerald Ash Borer
The emerald ash borer (EAB) biological control staff of the USDA’s Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program have reared four stingless wasp species …
What’s Happening With Those Murder Hornets? It Involves Tiny Transmitters!
Asian giant hornets, or “murder” hornets, made major news this past spring when they were discovered in the U.S. for the first time. And …
Some Unsolicited Seeds From China Identified
When 22 states had reports of mysterious seeds arriving in the mail from China, it was easy to imagine a plant-based agro-terrorism was afoot. …
Dogs Sniff Out Plant Disease To Save Florida Farms
Imagine if bringing your furry best friend along to a job site also helped you diagnose plant and tree diseases in the landscape! For …
Emerald Ash Borer Still Spreading
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) , a destructive beetle that threatens ash trees, is still spreading. EAB was recently confirmed in Broomfield, CO, according to officials …