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… number of different host plants, but they typically prefer corn, sorghum, small grains, alfalfa, and forage grasses, … on to the next field in search of food or burrow into the ground to pupate. Damage from fall armyworms may vary in …

… Environmental Research Center in Edgewater, MD, checks out plants among irrigation lines where scientists are studying … enhance their natural areas, how to identify and control invasive plants and insects, and about news and regional online and …

… April small, grayish-brown flies (fig. 2) emerge, which are usually SCM or CM, OM flies usually peak 2-3 weeks later. … are most active from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and are inactive at night, in strong winds or when temperatures are below 50o F or above 80o F. Adults live …

… guidelines, the chances for establishing an attractive lawn with reduced pest problems will be greatly enhanced. … stand is first mowed, ruts may be created or grass plants may be pulled out. Mowing  Poor mowing practices are a … of home lawns and are just as important for a young lawn as for an established lawn. The basic practices are …

… not only providing essential habitat for pollinators like bees and butterflies, but also creating a haven for all sorts …