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Pb1033 Controlling The Alfalfa Weevil In Tennessee, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Pb1033 Controlling The Alfalfa Weevil In Tennessee, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Field & Commercial Crops
The alfalfa weevil is present in every county in Tennessee where alfalfa is grown. Producers should be prepared to control this extremely destructive insect whenever necessary if they expect to continue producing this valuable hay crop.
Sp290-N The Greenbug In Grain Sorghum, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension
Sp290-N The Greenbug In Grain Sorghum, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension
Field & Commercial Crops
Greenbugs are small (1.6 mm long), soft-bodied insects that are oval in shape. Greenbugs usually feed in colonies by sucking sap from leaves. Feeding may cause mottling and discoloration of the plant. Heavily infested leaves turn red or yellow, shrivel and die. Damaging levels of greenbugs can result in the destruction of entire grain sorghum fields.
Sp341-A-Protect Farm-Stored Grain, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Sp341-A-Protect Farm-Stored Grain, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Field & Commercial Crops
Several insect species attack stored grain, resulting in both direct and indirect losses. Direct losses from insect feeding result in reduced grain weight, loss of nutrients and decreased germination. Indirectly, the presence of insects causes a deterioration and contamination of grain. This results in a poorer grade of grain and lower market value.