European Fruit Lecanium Scale
Avian Diseases for Concern
Biosecurity
Chicken Growers Make Good Neighbors by Raising Chickens, Planting Buffers, and Saving Bees
… said, that tiny minnows in it are thriving and dining on mosquito larvae to boot. “Little things like that, I believe …
Oak Leaf Itch Mites and Periodical Cicada Eggs
… on larvae of a midge (fly), Macrodiplosis erubescens , that forms galls on the edges of pin oak ( Quercus palustris … with reports dating back as far as 1885 (ex. pine tip moth larvae, hackberry nipple gall). The first confirmed (ex. … not directly found in periodical cicada egg nests, a species of Pyemotes , likely P. herfsi , was reported to be …
Introduction to Invasive Plants in Maryland
… present in an ecosystem. This decline reverberates up the food web, causing, for example, losses in insect and songbird diversity. This … generations of invasive plants a competitive advantage. Common reed, for example, has roots that go deeper than other …
Pollinators and Native Plants
Pollinators
… places to nest over the winter. Limit pesticide use. Pesticides don’t just kill the insects you want to kill—they … bees, butterflies and other pollinators. If you must use pesticides, read the labels carefully and choose pesticides … Basics Pesticide Problems Pollinators and Pesticides Organic-Approved Pesticides: Minimizing Risks to Bees Home …
Bay-Wise Certified Residential Gardens
Chapter 4: Managing legal risks to grow your urban farm
… By Nicole Cook Managing legal risks to grow your urban farm Disclaimer: This chapter highlights common legal … only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney for legal advice pertaining to your … step before making any changes to the land. If you build something or start an activity that is not allowed by …