Entomology Commons^™

Crop Updates 2005 Oilseeds, John Duff, Douglas Hamilton, Graham Walton, Hasan Zaheer, Neil Harris, Heather Cosgriff, Margaret C. Campbell, Bill Crabtree, R. F. Brennan, M. D. A. Bolland, P. M. Damon, Z. Rengel, Russel Speed, Neil Rothnie, John Andrew Simons, Ted Spadeck, John Moore, Brenda Coutts, Roger Jones, Neil Harris, Moin Salam, Ravjit Khangura, Art Diggle

Crop Updates

This session covers fifteen papers from different authors:

1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, Douglas Hamilton, FARMING SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

CROP AGRONOMY AND NUTRITION

2. Canola workshop at Crop Updates 2005, Oilseeds WA, John Duff, EXECUTIVE OFFICER OILSEEDS WA

3. Comparison of IT and TT canola varieties in geographic zones of WA, 2003-4, Graham Walton and Hasan Zaheer, Department of Agriculture

4. Farmer scale canola variety trials in WA, 2004, Graham Walton, John Duff, Neil Harris and Heather Cosgriff, Oilseeds WA

5. Oilseed crops for industrial uses, Margaret C. Campbell, Centre for Legumes in Mediterranean Agriculture (CLIMA), Graham Walton,Department of Agriculture

6. …

Nebline, February 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

The Scoop on Poop: Lessons in Wastewater Biology
Fertilizing Cropland With Biosolids
Shopping for Plants, Seeds
Colorful Coleus Make Good Bedding or Container Plants
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Bromeliads Need Strong Light, Warm Temperatures to Survive
The Acreage Yard and Garden: an Ongoing Process
Shock Chlorination of Domestic Water Supplies
Rural Living Clinic on Raising Fruits, Feb. 10
Fewer “Trips to the Attic” of the Food Guide Pyramid Create Great Health Benefits
Italian White Bean Soup Recipe
Eating Well as We Age, Part 1
“Blooming” Chocolate Won’t Hurt You
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Beat …

Comparative Performance Of The Mbita Trap, Cdc Light Trap And The Human Landing Catch In The Sampling Of Anopheles Arabiensis, An. Funestus And Culicine Species In A Rice Irrigation In Western Kenya, Evan M. Mathenge, Gedion O. Misiani, David O. Oulo, Lucy W. Irungu, Paul N. Ndegwa, Tom A. Smith, Gerry F. Killeen, Bart G.J. Knols

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Background: Mosquitoes sampling is an important component in malaria control. However, most of the methods used have several shortcomings and hence there is a need to develop and calibrate new methods. The Mbita trap for capturing host-seeking mosquitoes was recently developed and successfully tested in Kenya. However, the Mbita trap is less effective at catching outdoor-biting Anopheles funestus and Anopheles arabiensis in Madagascar and, thus, there is need to further evaluate this trap in diverse epidemiological settings. This study reports a field evaluation of the Mbita trap in a rice irrigation scheme in Kenya. Methods: The mosquito sampling efficiency of …

Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 6 2005, Several Authors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Letter From The Dean, Gregory J. Weidemann

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Contents, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Instructions For Authors, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Nebline, January 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Partnering With the Community: Lancaster County Extension Collaborates with over 125 Community Partners
Crop Protection Clinic on Jan. 24
Reduce Soil Compaction by Controlling Traffic in Fields
“10 Ways to Boost Profit by $20/Acre” Workshop on Jan. 26
Increased Quantities of Stored Corn Heighten Need to Preserve Quality
Things to Consider When Planting on an Acreage
Understanding Groundwater
Paving and Other Soil Surfacing
Chainsaws — Cut Safely and Comfortably
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Can You Guess It?
StairWELL to Better Health
Cranberry Apple Crisp Recipe
It’s the Berries!
Choose Your Drinks Wisely — It Makes Sense, and Saves Cents! …

Effect Of Agroecosystem Diversity On Natural Enemies Of Maize Stemborers In Coastal Kenya, C. A.O. Midega, C. K.P.O. Ogol, W. A. Overholt

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A study was conducted at Mtwapa in the northern coastal area of Kenya during the long and short rainy seasons of 1999 and 2000 to assess the benefits of agroecosystem diversification-through agroforestry and intercropping-on the activity of natural enemies of maize stemborers. Treatments consisted of maize and cowpea intercrops or maize monocrops planted within hedgerows of Leucaena leucocephala and Gliricidia sepium. The plots were mulched or unmulched and insecticide-treated or not. The maize stemborers encountered, in order of abundance, were Chilo partellus, Chilo orichalcociliellus and Sesamia calamistis. The egg parasitoids Trichogramma spp. and Telenomus spp. were recovered from stemborer eggs. …

Nebline, November/December 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Local Efforts to Promote Good Health
What Parents Can Do
Tax Planning Update for 2004
Don’t Forget to Winterize Your Underground Sprinkler System
Management Pays Better Than Labor
Management = Planning for the Future
Helping Trees Through Winter
Sources of Man-Made Chemicals in Drinking Water
How to Hire an Arborist
Tips on Storing Firewood
Tips on Turkey Preparation
WINTER FRUIT GLAZE Recipe
How to Cook a Turkey the Day Before Serving It
GREEN ONION AND CORN BREAD STUFFING Recipe
Simple Tip to Avoid Scratches When Storing Nonstick Skillets
Cooking Tools Class Oct. 26
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: …

Nebline, October 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Discover 4-H, Discover You!
Five Ways to Join 4-H!
Nebraska Wild Fruit and Nut Jam Oct. 2
Ten Rules for Planting Trees
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Direct Seeding Hardwood Tree Species
Storing Sweet Potatoes
Watch for Deer When Driving, Especially at Dawn and Dusk
Head Lice Resources You Can Trust
Nebraska Water Facts
The Hazards of Biting Fleas
Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collections
The Hazards of Biting Fleas
Prepare Bins and Equipment Before Harvest
“Grapes” is October Rural Living Clinic
Add Lime This Fall for Next Spring’s Alfalfa
Finding Forgotten Food
National Popcorn Poppin’ Month
Camp Abbott: …

Nebline, September 2004

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What if You Could Access Extension’s Educational Resources at the Push of a Button?
Sorting Through Internet Clutter
What Users Are Saying
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Good, Low-Maintenance Trees to Plant
Herbal Festival
Aster Yellows on Purple Coneflower
Ladybugs, Ladybugs, Fly Away Home! Please!
Composting Indoors with Worms
Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Packed Lunch Pizzazz!
Sports Mix Recipe
Adding A Rainbow To Your Diet
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Chill Out with an Efficient Fridge
FCE News & Events
Stress Affects Adolescents Too
Plan Now for Holiday Spending
Values
St. Johnswort is Increasing in …

Nebline, August 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

People’s Choice 4-H Awards
“My Pond Won’t Stay Full!”
Terminating Farm Leases
Put Farm Leases in Writing for Legal Protection
“Ponds” is August Rural Living Clinic
Treating Bee Stings
How Effective are DEET Repellents?
Tree Squirrels - Tricksters and Troublemakers
Found an Underground Yellow Jacket Nest? Proceed with Care!
Summer Fruits and Veggies: Q & A
“Healthy One Dish Dinners for 1, 2, 4 or More”
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Lower Your Lighting Costs
FCE News & Events
More Tools for Student Success
Helping a Child Ease Back Into School
Getting Ready for the New School Year …

Nebline, July 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Tips, Tools and Travel-Safe Foods for Summer Food Safety
Frozen Custard Ice Cream Recipe
2004 “Great Plants” Plants of the Year
Black Spot of Rose
Garden Guide
West Nile Virus: Elderly at Risk
Using DEET Repellents Safely
Is your Acreage or Farm a Mosquito-Breeding Site?
Effect of Increasing Energy Prices on Irrigation Costs
Watch for Blister Beetles in Alfalfa
Pesticide Container Recycling
New Rules for CRP—Acres Can Be Used for Hay or Pasture
Pouring Quality Concrete
Drinking Water Bacteria
Control of Muskrat Damage in Ponds
“Private Drinking Water Systems” is July Rural Living Clinic
Cool It! Use a Refrigerator/ Freezer …

Nebline, June 2004

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Better Safe Than Sorry
Safety in the Home
Controlling Bagworms
Propagation of Shrubs from Softwood Cuttings
Garden Guide: Things to do This Month
2004 Perennial Plant of the Year
Brighten Your Outdoor Area With Hanging Baskets
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Water Saving Measures
More Tools for Student Success
What Has Happened to Family Time?
Respect
Effect of Increasing Energy Prices on Farming Costs
Pesticide Container Recycling
“Small Scale Animal Feeding” is June Rural Living Clinic
The Nebraska LEAD Program
Wheat Plot Tour June 10
Examine Trees For Insect, Disease Problems
Septic Tanks Must Be Pumped By Certified …

Multi-Trophic Level Interactions In A Cassava-Maize Mixed Cropping System In The Humid Tropics Of West Africa, F. Schulthess, A. Chabi-Olaye, S. Gounou

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Multi-trophic level interactions in a mixed crop, involving cassava and maize, were studied in derived-savanna in Benin, West Africa. Two trials were planted, one during the short rainy season two months before onset of the dry season and one during the long rainy season in spring. Key pests under study on maize were the noctuid Sesamia calamistis Hampson and the pyralids Eldana saccharina Walker and Mussidia nigrivenella Ragonot, and on cassava, the exotic mealybug, Phenacoccus manihoti Matile-Ferrero and its encyrtid parasitoid Apoanagyrus lopezi De Santis. Both crops received insecticide treatments to assess the crop loss by a pest species. On …

Nebline, May 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

UNL Termite Workshops Can Help You Make Better Decisions About Termites
Controlling Yellow Nutsedge
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Annual Vines in the Landscape
Blue Flowers for the Garden
Garter Snakes are Urban Snakes
Keep Unwanted Bird Flocks from Dropping In
Backyard Wildlife: How to Attract Birds with Nest Material
May is Time to Control Leafy Spurge
Scrap Tire Collection May 15 & 16
Fertilizing Grasses in Pastures
Wheat Plot Tour June 10
Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family Awards
Pay Attention to Utility Lines When Planting Trees
Slime Flux in Trees
Bittersweet Vines, Colorful But Invasive
Growing …

Nebline, April 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Nose Printing as a Method of Cattle Identification
Eye-Catching Technology
Henbit or Ground Ivy- How to Tell the Difference
Night-Blooming Flowers
Garden Guide: Things To Do This Month
Growing Parsley
Competing with Ants for Kitchen Counter Space? You May Have Odorous House Ants
Everything Homeowners Need to Know About Termite Control
Spring Turkey Hunting Workshop
2004 Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Look For Vole Damage
Fertilizing Grass Pastures and Hay Lands
Liming Acid Soils – pH and Buffer pH
Scrap Tire Collection May 15 & 16
Give Trees a Chance with Proper Weed Control
Utility Tractor Recall
Daily Tractor Maintenance
Use …

Nebline, March 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

All-American Selections: 72 Years of Award-Winning Plants
Nature, the Ultimate Recycler
Scrap Tire Collection Announced
Guidelines for Farm Debt
Roosting Starlings are a Nasty Problem
UNL Beekeeping Programs for 2004
Cats in the Neighborhood Can be a Nuisance, Harmful to Local Wildlife
Ants on the Web
Eating GREEN on St. Patrick’s Day
Easy PB & Banana Waffles Recipe
Oh Those Darn Portion Sizes
Tea Time! - Brewing a Tasty (& Healthy!) Cup of Tea
Eating Dairy Products May Help Children Control Their Weight
President’s Notes – Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints
FCE News & Events
National Poison Prevention Week is March …

Crop Updates 2004 - Cereals, Wal Anderson, Vivian Vanstone, Rob Loughman, Vanessa Stewart, Darshan Sharma, Christine M. Zaicou-Kunesch, Brenda Shackley, Mohammad Amjad, Steve Penny Jr, Glen Riethmuller, Jeremy Lemon, Mario D'Antuono, Veronika Reck, Ben Curtis, Judith Devenish, Melaine Kupsch, Anne Smith, Blakely Paynter, Roslyn J. Jettner, Leanne Schulz, Jocelyn Ball, Tom Sweeny, Stephen Loss, Ashleigh Brooks, Justin Fuery, Geoff Anderson, Zed Rengel, Paul Damon, Eddy Pol, Narelle Hill, Ray Tugwell, Ron Mctaggart, Nathan Moyes, John Majewski, Manisha Shankar, James Piotrowski, Ciara Beard, Kithsiri Jayasena, Kazue Tanaka, Grey Poulish, Debbie Thackray, Rohan Prince, Roger Jones, Peter Nelson, Nigel Metz, Leisa Armstrong, Yee Leong (Alex) Yung, Moin U. Salam, David Tennant

Crop Updates

This session covers twenty eight papers from different authors:

PLENARY

1. Declining profitability in continuous cropping systems. Is more wheat the answer on Duplex soil? Dr Wal Anderson, Department of Agriculture

2. Disease implications of extending the wheat phase in low-medium rainfall areas, Dr Vivian Vanstone and Dr Robert Loughman, Department of Agriculture

3. Prolonged wheat phase on duplex soils – where do weeds set the boundary? Vanessa Stewart, Department of Agriculture

WHEAT AGRONOMY

4. Management of small grain screenings in wheat, Dr Wal Anderson and Dr Darshan Sharma, Department of Agriculture

5. Agronomic responses of new wheat varieties, Christine …

Nebline, February 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Lancaster County Benefits from a Year-Round Farmer’s Market
Computerized Financial Record Keeping Workshops
Check Condition of Stored Grain
The Dream of Country Living
Attracting Birds with Proper Habitat
Urban Agriculture is Branch of Modern Sustainable Agriculture
Power Tool Safety
See “Red” on Valentine’s Day
Strawberry Sauce Recipe
Golden Apple Oatmeal Recipe
A Healthy Plate - What Does It Look Like?
No-Salt Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix
President’s Notes – Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Keep Heating & Cooling Costs Under Control
FCE News & Events
Sharing Meals Important to Building Family Unity
Ease Parenting During Teen Years With Communication, Involvement
A Caring …

Effect Of Constant Temperatures On Germination, Radial Growth And Virulence Of Metarhizium Anisopliae To Three Species Of African Tephritid Fruit Flies, Susan Dimbi, Nguya K. Maniania, Slawomir A. Lux, Jones M. Mueke

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The effect of temperature on conidial germination, mycelial growth, and susceptibility of adults of three tephritid fruit flies, Ceratitis capitata (Wiedemann), C. fasciventris (Bezzi) and C. cosyra (Walker) to six isolates of Metarhizium anisopliae were studied in the laboratory. There were significant differences among the isolates in the effect of temperature on both germination and growth. Over 80% of conidia germinated at 20, 25 and 30°C, while between 26 and 67% conidia germinated at 35°C and less than 10% at 15°C within 24 hours. Radial growth was slow at 15°C and 35°C with all of the isolates. The optimum temperature …

Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 5 2004, Several Authors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Letter From The Dean, Gregory J. Weidemann

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Nebline, January 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Rural Living Carries Rewards, Responsibilities
Monthly “Acreage Insights” Clinics Focus on Rural Living Topics
Caring for Florist Azaleas
Garden Guide
Starting Avocado Seeds
Growing Norfolk Island Pines
Prevention and Control of Rabbit Damage
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!
Birds Need Water in Winter Too
Use Compact Fluorescent Lamps to Save Energy
Crop Protection Clinic Scheduled for Jan. 7
Off-Farm Income Important to Farm Families
Private Pesticide Applicator Training
Sorghum Seminars Scheduled
Use Portable Generators Carefully
Unused and Abandoned Wells
Put In The Big Rocks First!
Touchdown Beef Chili Recipe
10,000 Steps for Health
Serving Soup - Safely!
Tips for …

Contents, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Characterizing Bean Pod Rot In Arkansas And Missouri, Jeremy H. Taylor, Craig S. Rothrock

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

Green beans are an important crop grown for processing in both Arkansas and Missouri. Green beans are harvested mechanically using non-selective picking fingers. Harvested beans are then transported in bulk to processing plants that are located at various locations throughout the mid-South. Thus, the crop is managed for high quality, avoiding pod blemishes caused by insects and diseases. One of the consistent quality problems that affect Arkansas and Missouri green bean crops is pod rot. Two of the causal agents of pod rot that have been reported by researchers and vegetable companies alike are Pythium aphanidermatum and an unidentified Phytophthora …

Instructions For Authors, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Nebline, November/December 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

ABC’s for Good Health because Every Woman Matters!
Stretch Your Food Dollar - Create-A-Casserole Chart
Preparing and Using Pine Cones For Decoration
Forcing Spring-Flowering Bulbs
Garden Guide
Choosing and Caring for Indoor Trees
Understanding Nebraska’s Open Burning Law
“Megaforces of Agriculture” Seminar
Storage Methods to Reduce Hay Losses
Fall is a Great Time to Control Winter Annual Weeds
Consider Stand Density, Weeds When Rotating Alfalfa
Thoroughly Modern Thanksgiving: Turkey Cooking Tips
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Making Changes in Eating Behavior
Web Resources of the Month
Lines from Lynn
Household Hints: Holiday Stain Removal for Washable Fabrics
FCE Achievement Night …

Nebline, October 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Check Your Home for Biological Pollutants
Growing Hardy Bulbs
Garden Guide
Time for Garden Cleanup
Storing Vegetables
Horticulture Information Center
Hints for Fruit Storage
Get Started on Your Winter Bird Feeding Program
Hedge Apples: Not a Good Insect Repellent
What are Zoonoses?
Last Household Hazardous Waste Collection!
Don’t Become a Farm Accident Statistic
Add Lime Now for Next Spring’s Alfalfa
Fatality Rate Higher for Senior Farmers
Protect Hearing on the Farm
Preparing an Emergency Water Supply
Site Evaluation
Maintaining Rubber Tires on Farm Equipment
ATVenture Workshop at Halsey 4-H Camp
Ak-Sar-Ben Youth Expo Winners
Charter Club Applications Due Oct. 31 …