As the summer rains in Florida create breeding grounds for mosquitos and other arthropods, the public should remain aware of the potential danger of diseases transmitted by arthropods. Arboviral diseases are viruses that are arthropod-borne, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeThe next opportunity to attend the 6 hour training and exam is July 9, 2013 at Ewing Irrigation 632 NW Lovejoy Rd in Ft. Walton Bch. Click here for more information. READ MORE
Category: Events, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional DevelopmentJune is prime time for growing tomatoes here in Escambia County, but it’s also the best time to see a lot of pests in tomatoes that can totally ruin a crop. To help you figure out what’s “bugging” your tomatoes, here’s a quick rundown ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Pests & DiseaseWe are pleased to announce a new mite Featured Creatures! Phyllocoptes fructiphilus Keifer is a tiny eriophyid mite associated with most rose species and cultivars, especially in the eastern half of the USA. Most significantly, this mite ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & DiseaseWe are pleased to announce a new Spider Featured Creatures! The Southern black widow spider, Latrodectus mactans (Fabricius), is a venomous spider found throughout the southeastern United States. Widow spiders received their name from the ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeWe are pleased to announce a new mealybug Featured Creatures! a mealybug, Phenacoccus multicerarii Granara de Willink Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry (FDACS-DPI) inspector Lisa Hassell ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & DiseaseFormosan termites have been swarming all over the area. A few of the reproductives may find their way into your home. Don't panic. If you find quite a few in the house, call your termite professional to do an inspection and evaluate the area. Formosan ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeLearn more about addressing disease and weed issues by attending a program held from 8-12 on May 17 at the Okaloosa Extension Office, 3098 Airport Rd., Crestview. Pesticide applicator CEUs are offered for licensed applicators. Landscape Problems READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & DiseaseThe next class will be held May 16, 2013 in Chipley. For more information Click here READ MORE
Category: Events, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional DevelopmentIf you are in search of pesticide CEUs or just have an interest in a disease or weed Landscape Problem[1] plan on attending Friday, May 17, 2013. READ MORE
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