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Ambrosia Beetle In Georgia Pecan Trees

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Ambrosia Beetle In Georgia Pecan Trees
Ambrosia beetles are damaging south Georgia pecan orchards. They are not confined to pecans, though. They can attack many types of ornamental shrubs and trees.

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Pest management guide available

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Pest management guide available
The 2019 Virginia Cooperative Extension pest management and production guides are now available for purchase and free download.

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"Watch For Cottony Cushion Scales"

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"Watch For Cottony Cushion Scales"

NC State Extension has published a very helpful article about Cottony Cushion Scales" by Steven Frank.

"Cottony cushion scale is an exotic pest that has been in the US for over a century. 

Since many of the plants it feeds upon are popular ornamentals - perhaps even in your own garden - you'll definitely want to read more...

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