Some of the crop pest species that farmers deal with seasonally are not actually endemic to their region. The pea weevil, cabbage seedpod weevil, and wheat midge all came from other regions before setting up shop on the Canadian prairies.
Entomologists are working with farmers to identify invasive species when they are discovered, as more pests may be coming or may already be here. and seeks the cooperation of non-agricultural workers.
About this episode Pests and Predators Podcast, host Sean Haney is joined by Dr. Megan Vankoski, Dr. James Tansey, and Dr. John Gabrowski to discuss the current state of invasive pests in the prairie, what to watch out for, and how some introduced species actually work. I’ll discuss how it helps (but only in very limited cases), so don’t get big ideas. )
Resources referenced in this episode include major offenders that researchers and extension workers want to know about, such as the Japanese beetle, the spotted fly, and the northern giant hornet (also known as the murder hornet!). Farmers, agronomists and even hobbyist insect watchers are asked to contact state experts if they spot a designated pest. (Check out the visual here)
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