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2023 Pest Management Guide for Peaches

Get the latest recommendations for insect, mite and disease control in peach orchards of the Willamette Valley.

Nik Wiman, Jay W. Pscheidt, Marcelo Moretti | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Mothballs: Proper Use and Alternative Controls for Clothes Moths

There are many ways to control clothes moths, including sanitary, structural, and chemical methods. This broad approach is known as Integrated Pest Management. If you use mothballs, there are some things you should know to keep you, your family, and your pets safe.

Dave Stone, Tim Stock | May 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Cultural controls underpin integrated pest management

Cultural controls are an important component of integrated pest management. But what are they? For home gardeners, they can include watering, weeding, plant selection and placement, and the use of cover crops.

Nicole Sanchez | Jan 2020 | Article

Wheat Head Armyworm True or False: A Tale from the Pacific Northwest

Armyworm caterpillars can be a troublesome pest in cereal grains grown in the Pacific Northwest states. This publication presents information about the pest and its control.

Silvia I. Rondon, Mary Corp, Diana Roberts, Keith S. Pike, Peter J. Landolt, Dustin Keys | May 2011 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Integrated Pest Management of the House Mouse in Schools

The house mouse is an asthma trigger and disease vector, and is difficult to manage. Infestations in schools are managed with exclusion, sanitation, decluttering, monitoring, and heavy trapping. Inspections and ...

Tim Stock, Robert Corrigan, PhD, Dawn Gouge | Oct 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Economic Impact of Onion Pests in the Treasure Valley

A look at pest data for onions grown in the Treasure Valley demonstrates the yield and economic impacts of specific pests and management practices. This data can help researchers, crop consultants and those ...

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Al Fournier, Hang-Kwang Luh, Stuart Reitz | Mar 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)

The PAMS approach to integrated pest management

Integrated pest management uses a system of terminology to summarize common tactics and their purpose. Known as PAMS — prevention, avoidance, monitoring, suppression — the system outlines a pest management strategy.

Paul Jepson | Jul 2022 | Article

Collecting insects and related arthoropods

Detailed instructions on collecting insects for a specimen collection.

Silvia I. Rondon, Mary Corp | Jan 2010 | Article

Tracking weeds is first step in controlling them

When winter approaches, it’s time to check your weed control plans. Noxious weeds are best controlled if you track them carefully. Weed mapping and weed calendaring are two activities important to tracking weeds so that you can properly control them. Here are a few tips to get you started.

Shelby Filley | Nov 2021 | Article