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… By Gerald (Jerry) Brust Viruses in Cucurbits I am seeing and getting reports of virus infected squash, pumpkin and … aphid species are responsible for transmission of the most common virusesin cucurbits. Although some cucumber beetles … feeding site. SqMV-I infection usually results in mild plant symptoms while SqMV-II infection results in severe …

… , Sylvia Jacobson , Karin Kettenring , Melissa McCormick , and Dennis Whigham EBR-59  |  July 2021 What Happens after … Phragmites australis ssp. australis , also known as common reed or “Phrag,” is a tall, fast-spreading perennial … Phragmites’ spread to protect native wildlife and plant diversity. Phragmites Control Methods Include Mowing, …

… part in Pollinator Week! This is an annual celebration of the importance of pollinators and the many ways we can … and cosmos can still be started from seeds at this time. Insects Beneficial insects Skippers  are active. This … using any home remedies.    Scale  insects are typically best controlled during their vulnerable crawler stage (when …

… This factsheet presents questions frequently asked of University of Maryland Extension (UME) faculty by new … Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) and UME faculty for the latest information. This publication will answer … programs in a guide for producers in selecting which works best for their operation, available at …

… the spring, colorful red to burgundy foliage in the fall, and red berries that support wildlife. The key to maintaining the health of your dogwood is to plant it in a suitable location and take proper care of your … disease-resistant dogwood is the first step to preventing common disease problems on your tree. Refer to the table …

… Fig. 1 Soluble salt damage to peppers in a high tunnel Updated: September 15, 2021 By Gerald … Brust Old News But It Pays To Clean Up Your High Tunnel In The Off-Season I know growers are very aware that they should … best to take the plastic off of the HT and allow rain and snow to move the salts out of the growing zone. But you need …

… Updated: July 22, 2025 By Qianwen Lu , and Neith Little EBR-2024-0720  |  July 2025 Reducing Crop … out caused by heat stress on a floricane red raspberry plant. Photo by Qianwen Lu Maryland’s average annual … increased temperature has made heat stress incidents more common than in the past. Heat stress occurs when plants are …

… Localized infestations can be spot treated to save time and money. For... Read more>> Watch for Thrips and Mites in … see cases of magnesium deficiency in vegetables. This is a common problem with tomatoes, but all vegetables are... Read … Extension office at 410-222-3906 by August 2nd. Register  Plant Science Food Safety Video on Sampling Water Plant …

… programs whether they are commercial, organic, or home and garden.  Integrated Pest Management relies on a … Strategies for Commercial Growers Differentiating Common Caterpillar Pests of Late-Season Vegetables An Unusual … Chard with Leafminers and Seed Maggot Update Tarnished Plant Bug (Lygus) Management in Strawberries Thrips and Tree …