European Pepper Moth Adults and Larvae Are Active in Nurseries
NC State Extension Area Specialized Agent Danny Lauderdale trapped the first European pepper moths last week. This is a …
Pest Management
Ambrosia Beetle Survey – Your Participation Is Needed
A group of scientists in the Eastern US who are collaborating on ambrosia beetle research (including the NC Apple …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - March 31, 2020
Coronavirus Impact on Apple Pest Recommendations The coronavirus situation has sidelined our field activities for the timing being, so we …
Carpenter Bees Spring Into Action
Warm weather brings people outdoors for their spring lawn and garden activities. It also signals the start of carpenter …
Termites Making an Appearance
Rain across many areas of North Carolina over the next few days followed by warmer temperatures will likely bring …
Refresh Your Home With Easy-to-Maintain Houseplants
Julie Hayworth-Perman | 2/21/2020 | NC State University Homegrown Putting off that home remodel or waiting until the right time …
2020 Tomato and Pepper Fungicide Spray Guides for North Carolina
Fungicide spray guides for tomato and pepper have been updated for 2020! These guides are intended for commercial growers as …
2020 Apple Disease Update: Late Silver / Green Tip
Silver tip and green tip have arrived in most apple orchards and cultivars throughout NC. Given the importance of …
Modified Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Operations
UPDATE: In order to comply with the latest NC State University policy, the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic will now …
Answers on Pests, Pruning, and Planting
With spring around the corner and the weather being unpredictable, people are starting to take notice of what is …
Register Now for Blackberry & Blueberry Production Workshop
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center will offer a Blackberry & Blueberry Production Workshop as part of its …
2019 Greenhouse Vegetable Production Agent Training
On January 22 & 23, Extension Specialists conducted a two day agent training focused on production of greenhouse vegetables …
Are Changes Coming for Atrazine and Simazine?
Background Atrazine and simazine are triazine herbicides registered for pre- and post-emergent control of numerous broadleaf and grassy weeds in …
Horsehair Worms, Varroa Mites and More...
This week I would like to share some questions that were recently asked at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Caldwell County …
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Holiday Schedule
North Carolina State University, including the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, will be closed the week of December 23–27, …
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours for the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
The NC State University Plant Disease and Insect Clinic will be closing for the Thanksgiving holiday starting at 1:30 …
Webinar: Insect Biology and Management in Blueberries
We recently participated in a Southern Region Small Fruit Consortium supported project led by Amanda McWhirt, University of Arkansas, …
Wheelbugs, Fall Landscaping, and Johnsongrass Info
I want to share a few questions that were asked recently at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Caldwell County Center. I …
Ants in Your Plants (and your firewood too?)
With the threat of frost looming, many people start moving sensitive plants to indoor settings. In the process, they …
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Resuming Regular Services for Hemp
The NC State University Plant Disease and Insect Clinic (PDIC) is resuming normal services for hemp disease diagnosis. Please …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
Information Portals
- Extension Entomology - Insect Biology and Management
- Extension Plant Pathology
- NC Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- NC Pesticide Safety Education
More Extension Programs at NC State University
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Schools & Child Care Facilities
- NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
National eXtension Resources
Partnerships and Organizations
- APHIS Pest Detection and Management Programs
- NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Pesticide Section
- Pesticide Environmental Stewardship
Publications, Information, and News
Recent Publications related to Pest Management
Biology and Control of Non-Biting Aquatic Midges
This Entomology Insect Note discusses identifying aquatic midges and how to control them.
4 days ago — Biting and Stinging Pests
Insect Management on Organic Farms
Insect management presents a challenge to organic farmers. Insects are highly mobile and well adapted …
2 weeks ago — CEFS
Mites That "Bug" People
This Entomology Insect Note discusses different mite pests whose biting and bloodsucking behavior may cause …
3 weeks ago — Biting and Stinging Pests
Claycolored Leaf Beetle
Claycolored leaf beetles are a sporadic pest in the landscape.
3 weeks ago — PDIC Factsheets
Three-Cornered Alfalfa Hopper in Soybean
This soybean insect factsheet describes the biology, damage, and control of the three-cornered alfalfa hopper, …
3 weeks ago — Soybean Insect Factsheets
Soybean Looper in Soybean
This soybean insect factsheet describes the biology, damage, and management of soybean loopers, a pest …
3 weeks ago — Soybean Insect Factsheets
Velvetbean Caterpillar in Soybean
This soybean insect factsheet describes the biology, damage, and control of the velvetbean caterpillar, a …
3 weeks ago — Soybean Insect Factsheets
Stink Bug in Soybean
This soybean insect factsheet describes the biology, damage, and control of stink bugs in soybeans …
3 weeks ago — Soybean Insect Factsheets