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What’s Causing the Tiny Holes on My Tomato Leaves?
Flea beetles are once again causing issues for gardeners across South Dakota. These herbivorous beetles can be a pest of many different garden plants, including tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash and lettuce.
Squash Vine Borer Activity Estimates: June 10, 2022
Although gardening is well underway in South Dakota, squash vine borers should not be an issue for at least another week. See our latest activity estimates based on conditions around the state.
Beneficial Pollinators: Honey Bees and Bicolored Striped-Sweat Bee
With temperatures increasing in South Dakota, expect to see an increase of beneficial pollinators searching for blooming plants. Learn about two important pollinators, the honey bee and the native bicolored striped-sweat bee.
Minute Pirate Bug: Beneficial Predators in Managed and Agricultural Landscapes
Learn about minute pirate bugs, beneficial insects that feed on numerous arthropod pests of both garden and agricultural crops.
Pink Lady Beetles: Beneficial Predators in Urban and Agricultural Landscapes
There are numerous insect species that are beneficial to the gardens and farms. In this article, we will highlight a common insect predator known as the pink lady beetle, or spotted lady beetle.
Squash Vine Borer Activity Estimates: April 29, 2022
Squash vine borers can be a serious garden pest. If left unmanaged, their activity can cause a rapid decline in the health and productivity of zucchini, squash, pumpkins and other winter squash.
Why Are My Tomato Leaves Curled Up?
Rolled up leaves on tomatoes are a common occurrence in South Dakota. From physiological responses to the environment to damaging herbicide exposure, learn about some of the common causes behind rolled tomato leaves.
Beneficial Flowers for Organic Vegetable Production Systems
Learn about a wide variety of flowers that can be planted in guard rows among vegetables to attract beneficial insects and reduce pest pressure in organic vegetable gardens.
What is Soil Tarping and Why is it Used?
Soil tarping is a technique that uses large tarps to cover a growing space in order to reduce weeds and improve soil health before planting. Learn some expert insights into two commonly used soil tarping strategies.
Squash Vine Borer Activity Estimate: June 21, 2023
Squash vine borer moths will soon emerge across much of South Dakota, and their larva can cause serious damage to squash plants. See our latest activity predictions and management recommendations based on forecasted conditions from around the state.