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Extension Entomology

Month: April 2025

Identifying Aphids in Alfalfa

— Anthony Zukoff—Southwest Research and Extension Center – Garden City, KS

Alfalfa is off and growing in most areas of the state, so now would be a good time to review the various species of aphids that can be found in the crop.  Knowing how to recognize aphids and their damage, along with understanding their thresholds is important for making proper management decisions.

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Brown wheat mite activity in western Kansas

–Anthony Zukoff—Southwest Research and Extension Center – Garden City, KS

Reports of brown wheat mite activity have come in from southwest and southcentral Kansas recently, and the climate outlook for the region is likely to favor continued issues with this pest.

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