Chris Hedstrom

The Economic Impact of Pests and Pest Management on Oregon Sweet Cherries

A collection of real-world data show how insects, diseases, weeds and other pests affected the 2016 Oregon cherry crop. The aim is to raise yields and inform growers about the causes of crop losses.

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Al Fournier, Hang-Kwang Luh, Chris Hedstrom | Dec 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Measuring the Economic Impact of Pests and Pest Management on Oregon Hazelnuts

Insects, diseases, weeds and other pests all affect Oregon's hazelnut industry. The report analyzes real-world data on these impacts to inform producers' approaches to integrated pest management.

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Nik Wiman, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Hang-Kwang Luh, Chris Hedstrom | Oct 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Northern Giant Hornet: A Potential Threat to Honeybee Colonies in Oregon

The northern giant hornet was detected in British Columbia and Washington in 2019. This publication outlines the identification, life cycle, and predatory habits of the northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) for ...

Ellen Topitzhofer, Chris Hedstrom, Priyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu, Andony Melathopoulos, Silvia I. Rondon, Gail Langellotto, Ramesh Sagili | Sep 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Integrated Pest Management Strategic Plan for Oregon Nurseries

Ornamental nurseries face many pest management challenges, from weeds to insects to disease. In this report, industry representatives prioritize those challenges in an effort to increase the use of integrated pest ...

Chris Hedstrom, Isaac Sandlin | Jul 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Measuring the Economic Impact of Pests and Pest Management on Cranberries in Oregon and Washington

This report summarizes cranberry crop losses due to pests, diseases and weeds for a single year. The data helps producers understand the factors that contribute to losses, as well as the economic impacts of individual pests.

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Al Fournier, Hang-Kwang Luh, Cassie Bouska, Chris Hedstrom | Feb 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Integrated Pest Management Strategic Plan for Pears in Oregon and Washington

To identify pest management priorities and increase the use of integrated pest management in pear production, Pacific Northwest growers, commodity-group representatives, pest control advisors, processors, university specialists...

Katie Murray, Paul Jepson, Chris Hedstrom | Feb 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Samurai wasp: Promising egg parasitoid for management of Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB)

The samurai wasp (Trissolcus japonicus) is a parasitoid that attacks the eggs of the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), making it a potential candidate for managing this significant threat to commercial agriculture ...

David Lowenstein, Chris Hedstrom, Nik Wiman, Heather Andrews, Richard Hilton, Clive Kaiser, Jana Lee, Vaughn Walton | Apr 2017 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

How to Recognize Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Damage in Commercial Hazelnuts

The brown marmorated stink bug is well-established in the Willamette Valley, where virtually all domestic hazelnut production occurs. The BMSB feeds on hazelnuts, and this publication helps growers and scouts learn to recognize BMSB damage to hazelnuts.

Chris Hedstrom, Vaughn Walton, Nik Wiman, Peter Shearer, Jeff Miller, Linda Brewer | Dec 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) is an invasive insect and a very serious threat to Oregon agriculture. It feeds on more than 100 plants, including economically important crops and ornamentals. ...

Chris Hedstrom, Nik Wiman, Vaughn Walton, Peter Shearer, Silvia I. Rondon, Jana Lee | Jan 2013 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)