Patrick Wagner

SDSU Extension Entomology Field Specialist

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Sunflower moth, banded sunflower moth, and sunflower maggot adult.

Sunflower Pest Recap

During 2026, we will be producing a new weekly update on sunflower insect pest activity. This information will be attained via a sampling network of eight locations that are in central South Dakota.

Small weevil covered in dense reddish-orange hairs sitting on a green leaf.

Planting Date and Early Maturing Hybrids as Alternative Management Options for Red Sunflower Seed Weevil

Planting dates and early maturing hybrids can be use as alternative management options for Red Sunflower Seed Weevils in South Dakota.

Black beetle covered in gray setae that has a black rostrum.

Gray Sunflower Seed Weevils

Factsheet on the lifecycle, identification, scouting and management of Gray Sunflower Seed Weevils.

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