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SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek Dr
Rapid City, SD 57703
Patrick serves the citizens of South Dakota as an SDSU Extension Entomology Field Specialist based in Rapid City.
Patrick Wagner
SDSU Extension Entomology Field Specialist
Also by Patrick Wagner
Brown Wheat Mites Detected in South Dakota Wheat
Brown wheat mite infestations have been detected in South Dakota wheat. Typically, infestations are more commonly observed in fields experiencing drought stress, which is currently most of the state
Army Cutworms Causing Issues in South Dakota Wheat
Army cutworm caterpillars are active in South Dakota wheat fields. This activity is only going to increase with the forecasted temperatures.
Have you observed chemical management failure for alfalfa weevils?
SDSU Extension entomologists are currently looking for alfalfa fields with a past alfalfa weevil insecticide failures. We are collaborating with North Dakota State University and the University of Minnesota on project to determine if pyrethroid resistance exists in our respective states.