IPM News Stories
Proper lawn care now can stop turfgrass diseases before it's too late
Adequate soil moisture and warmer weather are making lawns grow a little faster than most people probably would like them to right now. "Just because lawns are doing well now does not mean the grass will continue to be healthy," cautioned a University of Missouri Extension agronomy specialist. - May 15,
2008
Alfalfa weevil infestation likely in Missouri
Alfalfa weevils have increased to threatening levels in central and northern Missouri, said a University of Missouri Extension entomologist. Farmers should scout fields for signs of damage so weevil populations can be managed. - May 08,
2008
Black cutworm infestation likely in Missouri
Farmers with late-planted corn should prepare for black cutworm damage. Wet soils and heavier weed cover in fields will make the insect a potential problem this year, said a University of Missouri Extension entomologist. - May 06,
2008
Homeowners can reduce use of chemical pesticides using IPM strategies in lawns and gardens
Homeowners who want to reduce the amount of chemical pesticides they use in their lawns or gardens should try some easy-to-use Integrated Pest Management strategies, said a University of Missouri horticulturist. - Apr 17,
2008
