Pests

One dead emerald ash borer adult was found in Bourbon County on July 28. Officials say at least one adult must be found to confirm detection of emerald ash borer. (K-State Research and Extension)
Central Region, Kansas, Pests, Regional Roundup

Kansas officials confirm emerald ash borer

The Kansas Forest Service has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer in Marshall County, the fourth Kansas county confirmed this year. Read More

BASF and the SCN Coalition have championed education and management to address difficult challenge for soybean producers. (Photo courtesy of BASF.)
Crops, Disease, Pests, Soybeans

BASF and SCN Coalition champion education and management

Black widow spider seem to be more active this year, says K-State entomologist Jeff Whitworth. (Photo courtesy of K-State Department of Entomology)
Home and Family, Pests

Spiders for Halloween? Not likely, says K-State entomologist



Damage from pasture mealybug can be identified by reddening or yellowing leaves, stunted growth and root reduction, which are signs of pasture dieback. (Stephen Biles/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension publishes fact sheet on invasive pasture mealybug