Aphids on the rise, and rootworms, too!
August 2, 2013
Duration:
8:49
Matt and Erin summarize the trend in soybean aphid populations for the midwest. They discuss other pest, include the corn rootworm and the reports of cornfields damaged by this pest.
Also, for more info about how rotating crops is good for more than just managing rootworms, visit http://www.sustainablecorn.org/
Drs. Matt O’Neal and Erin Hodgson created a podcast to promote IPM concepts, like identification, sampling, economic thresholds, and insecticide efficacy. They also talk about updates on invasive pests and regulatory news, and translate new research relative to insects in agriculture.