The citrus root weevil (Diaprepes abbreviatus) is a new invasive insect pest of specialty crops in Leon County. First specimens of the insect were collected at the FAMU Center for Viticulture and ...

Strawberries are a crop that face a plethora of pests that want to attack plants and nibble on your precious fruits, potentially ruining any harvest. Ranging from larger mammals to tiny aphids, there ...

Root weevil feeding damage is most easily seen along the margins (edges) of leaves. White flies show up during hot weather. They can cause yellowing leaves and poor vigor if their populations are high ...

Root weevils are a common problem with rhodies. If you see notches on the edges of the leaves, it’s probably root weevils. There is a free method for getting rid of them but it may cause your ...

Alias: The Lilac root weevil is a solid black beetle-like insect that is approximately a quarter of an inch long. The adult form has jointed antennae and an extended mouth that resembles the face of a ...

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