Issue 10, June 27, 2011
Scouting Report
Japanese beetle adults have been reported in the Springfield and Watseka, IL areas, so they have not emerged in central Illinois. Remember that early control results in less feeding damage to foliage through their six week damaging period. This pest was discussed in Issue 8 of this newsletter published on June 13, 2011.
Periodical cicada egg-laying damage is being reported in central as well as southern Illinois. This damage was discussed in Issue 8 of this newsletter published on June 13, 2011.
Bagworms should have stopped ballooning in southern Illinois and can be treated at this time. It is best to wait for a week or two before treating in the northern two-thirds of the state. This insect was discussed in Issue 7 of this newsletter published on June 6, 2011. (Phil Nixon)
Author:
Phil Nixon