It is almost time for the Plant Clinic to close its doors for the season.Wednesday, September 15, is the last day of operation for this century! We will open again May 1, 2000. Any samples that arrive by September 15 will be finished, but no samples will be processed after that date. This is a firm deadline.

If you have a plant problem after the closing date, contact your local Extension office. If further help is needed from a specialist, Extension personnel can help direct you. The following specialists may be available for telephone questions, but do not send samples unless the specialist has determined it is necessary.

Insect problems:Phil Nixon, 333-6650; Raymond Cloyd, 244 7218

Disease problems: Nancy Pataky, 333-2478; Bruce Paulsrud, 244-9646

Turf problems: Tom Voigt, 333-0350

Herbaceous plant problems: Jim Schmidt, 244-5153

Nematode problems: Dale Edwards, 244-2011