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- PublicationAreas flooded after a severe storm are prone to mosquito problems. Several mosquito species are a danger to humans because of the diseases they transmit. This publication explains the symptoms...
- PublicationLas areas inundadas despues de una tormenta severa son propensas a problemas de mosquitos. Varias especies de mosquitos son un peligro para los humanos debido a las enfermedades que transmiten....
- PublicationThere are three kinds of human lice. Their common names describe their preferred feeding sites: head lice, body lice, and pubic or crab lice. Lice thrive at 82 to 86...
- PublicationWasps are more often a problem around homes than honey bees, but bees do sometimes swarm or build nests near homes, or even in the walls of homes and other...
- PublicationThe sugarcane aphid is an economic pest due to the damage it has on sorghum growth and yield. This publication provides information and recommendations for the use of natural enemies...
- PublicationThe presence of certain insects is essential in many gardens and ecosystems. This publication discusses various ways to attract and house pollinators and beneficial insects in a garden. (2 Pages)...
- PublicationThis factsheet will cover some of the more basic beekeeping tools. A hive tool is essential for beekeepers. It allows the beekeeper to open the top of the hive, loosen...
- PublicationThere are two reasons honey bee colonies fail: (1) failure to monitor and treat Varroa mites; and (2) failure to feed starving bees. In addition to mite checks and feeding,...
- PublicationBeekeeping protective equipment comes in a variety of protection levels. However, it would be prudent to start with a full suit and then consider lesser options as a new beekeeper...
- PublicationHoney bees can be purchased through a beekeeper and sold in two forms: packages and nucleus colonies. Purchasing bees allows more control over the genetics of the colony, and the...