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Air Potato Leaf Beetles

UF/IFAS Extension St Lucie County weed biological control agent projects over the years

by Ken Gioeli
May 4, 2020

Natural resource management has been my area of expertise at the UF/IFAS Extension St Lucie County. Invasive plant management has been a persistent issue needing my attention. Fortunately for Floridians, UF/IFAS research and extension faculty ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #UFBugs, Air Potato, Biological Control, Brazilian Pepper, Invasive, Melaleuca, Tropical Soda Apple
air potato leaf beetles

Biological Control Successes in Florida

by Ken Gioeli
January 21, 2020

A UF/IFAS publication is available showcasing biological control success stories in Florida. UF/IFAS Research and Extension specialists are addressing the invasive plant and insect problem in Florida. These experts develop integrated pest management ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Lawn, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Work & Life
Tags: Biological Control, Invasive Species
Air Potato Leaf Beetles

2019 Air Potato Challenge Day Events: Information and Registration

by Ken Gioeli
May 14, 2019

  Air potato is one of Florida’s most problematic invasive plants. The air potato leaf beetle is a small but formidable enemy of this invasive plant. The insect is bright red, about the size of a pinky fingernail, and has a big appetite ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: #UFBugs, #UFstory, Biological Control

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