New and Old Insect Pests of Turf and Their Control
2023 Turf Education Day
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54m
We've seen plenty of insects attacking turfgrass over the last couple years. Some are very common, and others are a little more odd. Join Nikki, as she covers pest biology, scouting methodology, and how to control turf pests.
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