Tiny invaders: Locals study wheat midge infestation

Berl Tiskus
Small wheat midge larvae eat kernels, causing constly damage to crops if left untreated. This head of wheat is free of the tiny insects.

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Jack Stivers, MSU Extension agent

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A sticky board catches insects in the field and allows researchers to see if the field is infected.

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A sticky board catches insects in the field and allows researchers to see if the field is infected.

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A tiny wheat midge is found.

Berl Tiskus

Berl Tiskus

Berl Tiskus
A sticky board catches insects in the field and allows researchers to see if the field is infected.

Berl Tiskus

Berl Tiskus
Issue Date: 7/16/2014
Last Updated: 7/16/2014 10:42:17 AM |
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