Drought
Hot, dry summer months are some of the most stressful times for plants in the landscape. Without adequate moisture, plants cannot function normally and can become predisposed to other stresses in...
Category: Problems
Camel Crickets
Camel crickets and closely related cave crickets belong to a large group of insects. They are found throughout the world with over 100 different kinds found in the United States and Canada. Unlike...
Submitting Insect Samples for Identification
The identification of an insect or related pest is the first step in determining whether it should be controlled and in obtaining recommended control measures. Clemson University provides...
How to Handle Pesticide Spills
Accidents happen. When an accident happens with a pesticide it is especially important to be prepared. Always read the label before buying and using a pesticide. Be prepared to handle a pesticide...
Organic Pesticides and Biopesticides
Organic Pesticides You may prefer to use a “natural” or “organic” pesticide when you need to control a pest. Organic pesticides are usually considered as those pesticides...
Pesticidas Orgánicos y Biopesticidas
Pesticidas Orgánicos Posiblemente prefieras el utilizar pesticidas “naturales” u “orgánicos” para controlar plagas. Los pesticidas orgánicos son aquellos que vienen de fuentes naturales. Estas...
Seasonal Invaders
At different times of the year various insects which are not normally indoor pests may enter homes. These seasonal invaders are not usually serious pests and long term infestations rarely occur....
Pantry Pests
There are many types of insects that can infest food and other organic products stored in kitchen pantries. Infested products may include grains, dried dairy items, pet foods, bird seed, dried...
Nuisance Flies
There are several types of flies that may be a nuisance around your home. Flies may be more than just a bother, since many breed, feed, or live in our food or in unclean sites such as in manure,...
Chiggers
Chiggers are not insects. They are actually a larval, or immature, mite. Chiggers are commonly known as red bugs because of their bright color. They may be orange, yellow, or straw colored. They are...
Carpenter Ants
Many kinds of ants can become pests in and around a home or structure. One of the most common is the carpenter ant. Carpenter ants belong to the largest of all ant groups. Although carpenter ants...
Moth/Drain Flies
Moth flies have many names including drain flies, filter flies and sewage flies. They get these many names from their appearance and habits. Their fuzzy wings make them look like little moths and...