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G94-1205 Shattercane And Its Control, Fred Roeth, Alex Martin, Robert N. Klein
G94-1205 Shattercane And Its Control, Fred Roeth, Alex Martin, Robert N. Klein
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Shattercane infestations may destroy a crop if not properly controlled. This NebGuide describes the characteristics of shattercane and discusses non-chemical, preemergence, herbicide incorporation and postemergence control.
Shattercane (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) is a forage-type sorghum also known as black amber, chicken-corn, and wild cane. Infestations are most prevalent in Nebraska river valleys and tributaries, but are found in upland areas also.
G93-1142 Sheep Insect Management, John B. Campbell
G93-1142 Sheep Insect Management, John B. Campbell
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Controlling insects that infest sheep is discussed here.
Most of the insects that infest sheep also infest goats, but very few insecticides are approved for lactating goats.
G90-1007 Pesticide Management And Safety On Home Grounds, John C. Fech, Larry D. Schulze
G90-1007 Pesticide Management And Safety On Home Grounds, John C. Fech, Larry D. Schulze
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Pesticides can be valuable tools in controlling lawn and garden pests. They must be used according to the label, with regard for the safety of people and animals.
Pest infestations often develop in lawns or gardens, damage lawns and ornamentals, and reduce the attractiveness of the home setting. When an infestation occurs, gardeners can reach a decision in pest management by answering the following questions: What is the pest? Is the pest causing unacceptable damage? Are controls needed? What pest control method(s) should be used?
There are several methods of pest control. The main methods of pest control and some …
G77-384 Common Milkweed (Revised July 1984), Alex Martin, O.C. Burnside
G77-384 Common Milkweed (Revised July 1984), Alex Martin, O.C. Burnside
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses milkweed and how to control it in farmland.
Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca L.) is a perennial, broadleaf weed native to North America. It is most common in eastern and central Nebraska, but is occasionally found farther west in moist sites.
G73-30 The Alfalfa Weevil (Revised May 1989), Stephen D. Danielson, David L. Keith, George Manglitz
G73-30 The Alfalfa Weevil (Revised May 1989), Stephen D. Danielson, David L. Keith, George Manglitz
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The alfalfa weevil is the primary insect pest of alfalfa in Nebraska. Management is essential during years when weevil infestations are high.
Damage from the alfalfa weevil can be severe. The life cycle of this pest and methods of managing it are discussed in this publication.
G73-62 Webworm Control In Sugarbeets (Revised March 1979), Arthur F. Hagen
G73-62 Webworm Control In Sugarbeets (Revised March 1979), Arthur F. Hagen
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The sugarbeet webworm and the alfalfa webworm attack sugarbeets. Frequent outbreaks have been reported in sugarbeets from both species, so they are now generally listed only as "webworms." Their life history, damage and control are similar and are discussed in this publication.
G73-4 Bagworms (Revised June 1987), Frederick P. Baxendale
G73-4 Bagworms (Revised June 1987), Frederick P. Baxendale
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Bagworms can damage juniper, arborvitae, pine, and spruce. Description, life history, and control are discussed in this publication.
The bagworm is native to the United States and is found in eastern Nebraska. Bagworms feed on many species of trees and shrubs, but are most common on junipers. They are rarely a serious problem on deciduous trees, except when larvae move away from evergreens.
Ec35-50 Bindweed Eradication, T.A. Kiesselbach, P.H. Stewart, D.L. Gross
Ec35-50 Bindweed Eradication, T.A. Kiesselbach, P.H. Stewart, D.L. Gross
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Field bindweed, also known as small-flowered morning glory, European morning glory, Creeping Charlie, Russian Creeper, and Creeping Jennie, is becoming each year a greater menace to farm lands. The infestation of cultivated fields with this pest lowers the yield of crops an average of 30 percent, increases the labor costs, and reduces land and loan values. It is therefore important that land-owners learn to identify bindweed and guard against its introduction on their farms. Where it has become established, steps should be taken at once for its eradication.
This 1935 extension circular discusses identifying field bindweed, prevalence and spread of …