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Pests, Plant Diseases, and Weeds
Pests and Plant Diseases
Recognizing and Managing Bed Bugs
The saying “Sleep tight; don’t let the bed bugs bite,” is not just a quaint bedtime rhyme, but a reminder of a problem that is on the rise in today’s highly mobile society. Bed bugs are household pest ...
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Rhizoctonia on Sugarbeet: Importance, Identification, and Control in the Northwest
Color photographs illustrate symptoms of Rhizoctonia foliar blight and crown and root rot on sugar beet. The text discusses disease symptoms, the causal organism, and control measures, including cult ...
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Rhizomania on Sugarbeet: Importance, Identification, Control
Rhizomania is the most serious disease of sugar beets worldwide. This publication describes the symptoms of the disease in the Pacific Northwest; its causes, epidemiology, and disease cycle; and metho ...
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Rights-of-Way Vegetation Management
Weed control on rights-of-way access property that includes powerlines, roadsides, ditch banks. Covers basic weed science, vegetation management, herbicide activity and selectivity, factors influencin ...
$12.65
Root Weevil Control on Rhododendrons
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Descriptions cover five root weevils that cause most damage on rhododendrons in the Pacific Northwest. Root weevil stages and damage shown in color. Chemical and cultural co ...
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Scale Insects on Ornamentals
Scale insects attack ornamental trees, shrubs, garden plants, houseplants, and nursery stock. Descriptions and full color enlargements of damage and insects on host plants.
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Sclerotinia Stem Rot or White Mold of Canola (Oilseed Series)
Sclerotinia stem rot, also known as white mold, is a destructive disease of canola, and most cultivars of canola are susceptible to this disease.
This publication describes the life cycle of Scler ...
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Seed Treatment: A Study Guide for Seed Treaters
Authors explain reasons for treating seeds and describe appropriate uses against pathogens and soil insects (the major seed pests). Topics include seed pest management: cultural, physical, biological, ...
$13.20
Silver Scurf Begins Belowground on Potatoes in Western Washington
Photographic evidence included in this publication shows that silver scurf indeed begins belowground. Find out more about the life cycle of H. solani.
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Silver Scurf Management in Potatoes
Describes the symptoms and damage caused by silver scurf, a fungal disease of potatoes. Includes color photos of symptoms. Discusses sources of inoculum and the disease life cycle. Suggests managemen ...
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Sistemas de conducción de cerezos
Esta publicación describe los ocho sistemas de poda de mayor importancia en los huertos de cerezos comerciales en Oregon, Idaho, Washington y Michigan. A nivel mundial, los productores de cerezas ...
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Small Fruits and Berries: Insect and Disease Control for Home Gardens
Online Only Treatments for home garden blueberry, strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, caneberry, grape, currant, and gooseberry crops, by growing stage or portion of season. ...
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Snailcase Bagworm
These pests can attach to house siding or autos so tightly that they damage the paint when removed. They can devastate many types of plants. Hard to detect, small, and often resembling a small dirt cl ...
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Soil Fumigation Manual: A National Pesticide Applicator Certification Study Manual
A study manual for individuals who supervise or apply restricted use soil fumigants. Used in pesticide training for Washington State Department of Agriculture Soil Fumigation licensing exam. The manua ...
$24.20
Spruce Aphid
The spruce aphid, Elatobium abietinum, is destructive of the spruce forests, especially Sitka. Aphid numbers are greatest in February and March, before their damage is discovered. Where damage ...
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Strawbreaker Foot Rot or Eyespot of Wheat
Strawbreaker foot rot, which is also called eyespot, is a common and serious disease of winter wheat throughout most of eastern Washington. This publication describes disease symptoms and causes, a ...
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Structural and Turf Demossing Study Manual
A study guide for certification in structural and turf demossing. Covers basic principles of control for mosses, lichens, and algae. Used in pesticide training for Washington State Department of Agric ...
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Structural Pest Inspector Manual
This manual is designed to improve the knowledge and skill of structural pest inspectors (SPIs) in Washington State. It provides instruction on how to conduct a structural pest inspection.
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Survey SAYS: Great Grapes! An IPM Success Story
In October 2005, a ten-page questionnaire was mailed to grape growers throughout Washington State.
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Survey to Assess Parasite and Fly Control Methods Utilized by Washington Beef Cattle Producers
Beef cattle producers in Washington State have become increasingly aware of the risks of inefficient and unsustainable management of internal and external cattle pests. These producers have sought ...
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Sweet Cherry Rootstocks for the Pacific Northwest
This publication presents the current level of understanding of the major cherry rootstocks as they pertain to the Pacific Northwest.
Cherry growers have many options when it comes to choosing rootstocks. The combination of new dwarfing rootstocks with high-density training systems leads to earlier production. But growers need to consider soil fertility, scion choice and training systems when choosing rootstocks. Here are some guidelines that can help.
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Tobacco rattle virus in peonies: a reference guide for cut flower and rootstock producers
Tobacco rattle virus is one of the most important viruses of peonies (Paeonia spp.). Although little is known about its long-term impact on plant vigor, both cut flower and rootstock producers should ...
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Transportation Day: Pesticide Storage: Clean it out! Rinse and Recycle Plastic Pesticide Containers
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Reviews basic pesticide storage guidelines and requirements for both initial licensing certification and recertification training.
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Turf and Ornamental Weed Management Principles
Weed control on turf and in ornamental plantings. Covers weed science and herbicide basics, precautions for spray use, and fine points of application equipment. Used in pesticide training for Washingt ...
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Using Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Crop Insect Pest Control
Topics covered include the life cycle of entomopathogenic (beneficial) nematodes; how they control insect pests; obtaining, using, and storing; soil conditions necessary; application preparation, equi ...
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Using Green Manures in Potato Cropping Systems (replaces EB1951E)
Looking for an innovative way to improve the quality of your soil? Consider revisiting an old technology: green manure. A green manure is a crop that is grown and then incorporated into the soil while ...
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Vineyard Nutrient Management in Washington State (Replaces PNW622 Publication)
Understanding the nutrient requirements of perennial fruit crops is paramount to the longevity and sustainability of a commercial operation. This guide provides basic information on grape plant nutrit ...
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Vole Management in Home Backyards and Gardens (Home Garden Series)
Our native PNW voles undergo periodic population explosions during which time they cause extensive damage within their home ranges. This fact sheet will help identify voles and the damage they cause a ...
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Walnut Husk Fly
The walnut husk fly, Rhagoletis completa Cresson, can become a serious pest of walnuts throughout the Pacific Northwest. While the larvae of this fly feed directly on walnut husks, their feeding will ...
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