Genetically Engineered Crops – A Review of Concerns and Benefits (PPFS-MISC-07) The manipulation of the genetic make-up of crops raises numerous concerns and questions for many consumers. Are they safe? What are the benefits of GMOs? This publication aims to…
Monthly Archives: November 2016
New Plant Pathology Website
The UK Department of Plant Pathology has launched its new website. The link to the new homepage is http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu. As a result of this change, all webpages, along with many publications (particularly PPFSs fact sheets and some Midwest fruit publications),…
Posted in Announcements
Attention Fruit Growers – Has Spotted Wing Drosophila Impacted You?
If you grow fruit in Kentucky, we would like to know if you have been impacted by the spotted wing drosophila (SWD). We would also like to know if you used the Facebook page SWDinKY or if you used traps…
Posted in Fruit
Fall Invaders
Beetles, bugs, and flies are some of the creatures actively seeking protected overwintering sites as days get shorter and cooler. Many produce stains or unpleasant odors if crushed. Scavengers, such as carpet beetles, can be attracted to accumulations of insects…
Posted in Household Pests
Houseplant Insect and Mite Control
Many houseplants enjoy time outdoors during summer. However, it’s a tough world out there and more than a few plants develop insect or mite infestations while they are basking in the summer sun. A few weeks indoors can allow pests…
Posted in Ornamentals
Kentucky Pest News 