Entomology
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The southeastern blueberry bee is an economically valuable pollinator in commercial blueberry production in Georgia. Researchers see a need for conservation of this species, and this resource provides detailed information on its identification, biology, nesting habitat, and floral hosts. It also incorporates research data from recent study in commercial blueberry system in south Georgia.
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By their nature, pesticides are hazardous and demand cautious handling. When they are used properly, however, pesticides improve the quality of our food supply, protect our health and increase our comfort with little risk to the environment and non-target living things. The most important consideration for the safe, effective use of pesticides is to follow all label directions and safety precautions.
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C 997
Pomegranate Production
This resource helps growers understand how to grow pomegranates for commercial or home use in Georgia, as well as general production practices common in other pomegranate-producing regions. There has been increasing consumer demand for the fruit and it’s being used in many consumer products, including tea and juice blends, nut mixes, and other foods.
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This publication discusses how to protect yourself and the areas around your home from ticks. It also includes information on common tick-borne diseases, such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme disease.
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C 926
Argentine Ants
This resource will help readers identify Argentine ant infestations and manage them around their homes and landscapes.
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C 929
Carpenter Ants
This resource discusses the most effective methods to prevent and control carpenter ants in and around your home.
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Blister beetles sometimes infest forage crops such as alfalfa, where they may become incorporated in hay. This publication discusses biology, cause of illness and management of blister beetles.
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The diamondback moth is a common pest of crops including cabbage, collards, turnip greens, mustard greens, broccoli, cauliflower and other leafy greens.
This insect has a long history of becoming resistant to insecticides beginning with DDT in 1953. Since then, DBM has become resistant to each new class of insecticide arriving to the market whenever those insecticides were used intensively and repeatedly to control a DBM population.
Prevention is critical. To delay the onset of resistance follow the practices listed in this circular. Even if resistance is detected in an area, these tips can inhibit its spread and preserve insecticide effectiveness.
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This publication is a monthly guide for professional managers of commercial, recreational, municipal, institutional or private grounds in Georgia.
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