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Allegheny Mound Ants
University of Kentucky — The Allegheny mound ant is a native species that can be found along the Atlantic coast from Nova Scotia, Canada to Georgia. Known infestations in the Commonwealth range from eastern Kentucky to Franklin, Jefferson, and Shelby counties in the ...More…
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Managing Tracheal Mites in Honey Bees
University of Kentucky — High levels of colony infestations can cause significant economic damage as indicated by decreased honey and brood production, increased winter mortality and reduced spring build up of colonies. Also, the life-span of infected bees is shortened. ...More…
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Pesticide Residues in Foods:
University of Kentucky — The food supply of the U.S. is among the safest in the world. However, beginning even before birth, we are exposed to low levels of pesticide residues through our foods. Consumers are very concerned about pesticide residues on food. Recent ...More…
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How to Make Butterfly Gardens
University of Kentucky — Different species of butterflies have different preferences of nectar, in both colors and tastes. A wide variety of food plants will give the greatest diversity of visitors. Try staggering wild and cultivated plants, as well as blooming times of ...More…
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Varroa Mites in Honey Bee Colonies
University of Kentucky — Varroa mites were first reported in Kentucky in the Bluegrass region of the Commonwealth in 1991. They have spread to and become a major pest of honey bees in many states since their introduction into Florida in the mid 1980's. Varroa mites are ...More…
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Japanese Beetles in the Urban Landscape
University of Kentucky — The Japanese beetle is probably the most devastating pest of urban landscape plants in the eastern United States. Japanese beetles were first found in this country in 1916, after being accidentally introduced into New Jersey. Until that time, ...More…
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General Use Insecticides for Home Gardening
University of Kentucky — Home gardeners are confronted with many potential insect problems. The types of problems will depend on their location, the health of their plants, and the types of plants they grow. Depending on the type of plant, problems can range from rare to ...More…
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The Wheel Bug
University of Kentucky — L.) is a large insect (1-1/4 inches) found in meadows and on trees and shrubs throughout Kentucky. This insect is common throughout the year, but the adult stage may be seen in the late summer. There is a single generation per year in Kentucky. ...More…
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Cyclamen Mite in the Greenhouse
University of Kentucky — Mites are sap-sucking pests that attack a wide range of greenhouse plants. Two species, the two-spotted spider mite and the cyclamen mite, can cause serious, persistent problems. Both of these mites feed by piercing tissue with their mouthparts ...More…
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Controls for Greenhouse Ornamental Insect Pests
University of Kentucky — Insect monitoring devices are also available. Yellow sticky cards (PT Insect Monitoring & Trapping System, Whitmire) are highly attractive to winged aphids, leafminer adults, whiteflies, leafhoppers, thrips (blue cards can also be used with ...More…
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Praying Mantids
University of Kentucky — Although many refer to a member of this group as a 'praying mantis,' mantis refers to the genus Mantis. Only some praying mantids belong to the genus Mantis. Mantid refers to the entire group. Mantids are very efficient and deadly predators that . ...More…
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Corn Earworm Management In Sweet Corn
University of Kentucky — Corn earworm is potentially the greatest threat to sweet corn production in Kentucky. Because it feeds directly on the market product, is difficult to control, and is common in high numbers at the end of the season, most insecticides used on ...More…