Managing Insects in Organic Crops: Managing insects in the farm ecosystem is challenging. At a glance, it might seem that one insect is not significantly different from another, and that all are pests. But, because insect populations are interrelated, intervening to control them may prove to be more disruptive than beneficial. Specific insect types must… Continue reading Tips for Organic Crop Insect Management
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Insect Surveys in Saskatchewan
By James Tansey, PhD AAg, Provincial Insect/Pest Management Specialist, Regina To get a sense of the potential threats to Saskatchewan crop production that insect pests pose, we need to evaluate their populations. The Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC), Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), the University of Saskatchewan, and other… Continue reading Insect Surveys in Saskatchewan