News Archive: Entomology
UK specialists reach out to farmers worldwide
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Katie Pratt
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Read how two UK professors are extending the university's global outreach efforts.
Stink bugs moving indoors
By
Katie Pratt
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Brown marmorated stink bug populations are increasing across Kentucky and the pests are now moving indoors.
Spotted wing Drosophila found in south central Kentucky
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Amber Fields
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USDA confirms a spotted wing Drosophila was found in south central Kentucky, which could cause production problems for soft fruit producers.
UK researcher receives grant to study biological control’s effectiveness
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Katie Pratt
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A UK entomologist is conducting innovative research to determine biological control's effectiveness.
Fall armyworm captures at all-time high
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Katie Pratt
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IPM traps have captured a record number of fall armyworms in Western Kentucky.
All-time high College of Ag enrollment
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Aimee Nielson
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Fall enrollment hits all-time high of 2,586.
Taste of the Mountains Sept. 22
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Aimee Nielson
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Head to the mountains in September for education, fun.
UK entomologist details ways to reduce mosquito populations
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Katie Pratt
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West Nile virus cases climb. As of Aug. 28, the CDC listed three human cases of West Nile in Ky. UK entomologist Lee Townsend suggests ways to reduce the risk.
Watch for fall armyworms
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Katie Pratt
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Fall armyworm moth counts are up, and forage and soybean producers should be on the lookout for the worms.
New Kentucky Drought Resources Web page launched
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The new page provides up-to-date, relevant information for farmers affected by the drought.
