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Field Crops Entomology

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Overview

The Tidewater AREC entomology program focuses on arthropod pest management in soybean, cotton, peanut, corn, and small grains. 

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Team

  •  Tim Bryant - Extension Entomologist:
  • Sean Malone - Lab & Research Specialist
  • Gwenyth Gregory - Agricultural Specialist
  • Billy Taylor - Agricultural Specialist

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Resources:

Pest Management Guide for Field Crops 2025 edition
VCE 2025 Pest Management Guide for Field Crops
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My IPM for Row Crops
Virginia Ag Pest and Crop Advisory
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Virginia Tech Pesticide Programs Quarterly Newsletter
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Helpful Links:

To report spotted lanternfly, please contact your local Extension office.

TAREC Fact Sheet 

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Virginia Ag Pest & Crop Advisory Updates
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Map of Spotted Lanternfly Distribution in the State of Virginia
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