David Owens, Extension Entomologist; owensd@udel.edu Planting winter wheat and barley is coming up. There are two historically important insect pest groups to be mindful of: Hessian fly and the aphid complex. Hessian fly lays eggs on leaves and larvae move… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu In recent years, there has been a trend in some areas of the state towards early wheat planting. Unfortunately, early planting can result in a number of insect problems including aphids, which vector barley… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu As you make plans to plant small grains, be sure to consider the following insects: Hessian Fly – As indicated in last week’s newsletter, you still need to consider this pest as you make… Continue Reading
Joanne Whalen, Extension IPM Specialist; jwhalen@udel.edu Small Grains Each year I get questions about Hessian fly in small grains and we do see an occasional field with an economic problem. Most of the new information regarding the management of this… Continue Reading
Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu With corn harvest proceeding much earlier than in ‘normal’ years, many growers could be considering whether to go ahead and plant their wheat or barley crop in the next few weeks. The recommended or suggested… Continue Reading
