Concerned about using pesticides in your garden? Try managing insects with integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
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Murder Hornet FAQ
The "murder hornet" (colorful name of the Asian giant hornet) is trending in the news but has only been found in the northwestern U.S. View photos of the murder hornet alongside common Kentucky insect pests.
Industrial Hemp Field Updates
Interested in industrial hemp production? Read about the range of pests and field problems that can occur with this crop, and review other information for producers.
Managing Accidental Invaders
Stink bugs and ladybugs and flies, oh my! These household pest management strategies may help you manage accidental invading insects.
Spring Gardening News
Control problem weeds like poison hemlock and buttercup in March. Good Ag Practices training is being replaced by Produce Best Practices Training.
Bacterial Wilt of Cucurbit Crops
Bacterial wilt is carried and transmitted by cucumber beetles as they feed on plants. Bacterial wilt produces a sticky sap-like substance inside plants. This clogs the vascular system, causing plants to wilt and ultimately die.
Oldham County Cooperative Extension Blog 