What are beneficial entomopathogenic Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Beneficial entomopathogenic Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are microscopic and thread like roundworms (Photo 1).…
What are fungus gnats? Fungus gnats (Bradysia coprophila, B. impatiens and B. difformis) are small flies that resemble small mosquitoes,…
Two-spotted spider mite of Hemp Hemp mites are called as two- spotted spider mites, Tetranychus urticae because they have two…
Whiteflies and two-spotted spider mites When vegetables or ornamentals are grown in the greenhouse, they are simultaneously attacked by two…
Damage caused by the western flower thrips The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) are one of the most damaging pests…
Damage caused by strawberry root weevils Strawberry root weevils (Otiorhynchus ovatus) cause serious damage to strawberries. The adults of strawberry…
What are two-spotted spider mites? Adults of two-spotted mites (Tetranychus urticae) are about 1/20 inch long, oval shaped with four…
Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) adults are oval shaped, 1.5-inch long and shiny metallic-green in color (Photo 1). The mature grubs…
Crop Pollination in greenhouses Bumblebees, Bombus impatiens (Photo 1) have been used for pollination of many crops including cucumbers, peppers,…
Damage caused by fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) Fleas are small wingless insect pests of dogs, cats, humans and rats. Since fleas…