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Scouting for Two Spotted Spider Mites in Sugar Beets

EVS0016

August 15, 2023

Spider mite infestations have become more prevalent in sugar beets in the Pacific Northwest over the past decade. The earlier you spot one of these insects in your field, the earlier you can control an outbreak. Find out how to scout for the mite plaguing Idaho beet farmers the most, the twospotted variety, in this three-minute video. Learn what a mite is, its life cycle, the damage it inflicts, the field conditions that favor its spread, and how often to scout. By using these tips and consulting a suggested online pest management resource soon you’ll be protecting your crop for seasons to come.

Author: Jason Thomas

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Scouting for Two Spotted Spider Mites in Sugar Beets

Contact

Physical Address:
E. J. Iddings Agricultural Science Laboratory, Room 10
606 S Rayburn St

Mailing Address:
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2332 Moscow, ID 83844-2332

Phone: 208-885-7982

Fax: 208-885-9046

Email: calspubs@uidaho.edu

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