North Central IPM Center

ICYMI: Last week’s episode broke down the MRCC’s new Weed Emergence Scouting Tool—a game changer for monitoring early-season weed pressure. 🌱🚜 Here is a short recap!

How do new herbicide labels work with specific restrictions of the Endangered Species Act? Spray Drift youtu.be/V_sM0Q9s2Ho @ShowMeWeeds @MUExtAgEnviron @ncipmc

Stopping the New World Screwworm: learn about the sterile insect technique and how sterilized males can reduce numbers and spread in this February webinar. Register: ncipmc.org/webinar-record… @Max_Scott_Lab @K_Nikolouli @NCSU_DEPP @InsectMolecBio @txextension @USDA_APHIS @DACVPM @VAFAWvet @USAnimalHealth

We are BACK-and kicking off Season 11 of the War Against Weeds Podcast! UC Davis’ Dr. Brad Hanson goes into a deep dive into broomrape, an unusual and challenging parasitic weed in California tomato production. Listen now! Thanks to our sponsor @ncipmc!

@CDCgov Webinar: Genetic Biocontrol of New World Screwworm is coming up on Wed. Feb 18 at 1:00 pm ET (12:00 pm CT). Register to attend: zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Recently, CDC was on the ground in Texas, working closely with federal and state partners to strengthen readiness for the potential public health threat posed by New World screwworm. This engagement allowed CDC to highlight response planning, review preparedness efforts, and strengthen coordination and communication across jurisdictions. To further support preparedness, CDC issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to inform clinicians, public health authorities, and the public about recent New World screwworm animal cases in Tamaulipas, Mexico, which borders Texas. CDC continues to support state, tribal, and local health officials by providing technical expertise on diagnosis, clinical management, and reporting potential cases of New World screwworm.

@MeriwetherFarms Webinar: Genetic Biocontrol of New World Screwworm is coming up on Wed. Feb 18 at 1:00 pm ET (12:00 pm CT). Register to attend: zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Four days ago, on January 30, the Governor of Texas issued a disaster declaration on the New World Screwworm as it nears closer and closer to the Texas border There are rumors there are other cases present in Texas that have fallen on deaf ears We have been sounding the alarm since July, but this is becoming more and more of a National Security crisis, and USDA’s lackluster response is threatening the safety of our citizens and ranching industry You think beef prices are high now? Imagine when the cattle supply in Texas is wiped out because of an infestation of flesh eating maggots WE ARE HUMBLY CALLING ON THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO ISSUE A NATIONAL SECURITY DECLARATION IMMEDIATELY WE MUST PROTECT AMERICAN FOOD SUPPLY AT ALL COSTS

This beetle can kill a horse. Blister beetles in alfalfa can poison livestock if eaten with harvested hay. Extension has resources to help – find out more by clicking an image below. Funding: @ncipmc

Join our next webinar on the Insect Eavesdropper™ — a device that lets you listen to the secret acoustic world as insects communicate, feed, and even tunnel inside crops. ⚡ Detect insect damage in seconds 🎯 Identify species by their sound signatures 🌿 Get real-time insights for sustainable crop protection Register: zoom.us/webinar/regist… @bick_emily @DominicDReisig @ScottGraham72 @justinmcmechan @ashleyn_dean @OhBuggers @KStateEntom @UNLEntomology @ISU_IPM @PurdueInsects @CropNetwork

This is a reminder that NCR-SARE is seeking reviewers for several grant programs. Get an up-close look at the grant-making process and explore the latest developments in sustainable agriculture research and education. Apply to be a reviewer today! umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8k…

Have you ever heard of the Insect Eavesdropper? Dr. Bick from @UWMadisonExt will share details about efforts to detect vibrations to scout for insect damage in crop fields. Register to attend: zoom.us/webinar/regist… @bick_emily @PurdueInsects @BobWrightUNL @UNL_CropWatch @EntsocAmerica @ISU_IPM @xercessociety

Please join us to learn about some early results from one of our on-farm targeted application trials! Location is south of Burrton.

Join the @ncipmc and @dsmuelle next week for the webinar "IPM Network - Measuring Capacity, Framing the Future." This webinar explores how Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs are evolving through collaboration, infrastructure improvements, and expanded outreach to better protect people and the environment. When? September 17th at 1pm ET. Where? Register and more info here: ncipmc.org/communications…

Unusually high fall #armyworm pressure is prompting questions statewide — this Q&A by @UNLExtension offers #cropscouting tips, treatment thresholds & reseeding guidance. buff.ly/NXExoh0 #NebExt #nebraskaag #ag #cropproduction #alfalfa #pasture #forage

The Sunflower Working Group has spent over a decade protecting sunflower yields from diseases, insects and weeds. Hope you enjoy the seeds of our labor! Learn more: ncipmc.org/impacts/sunflo… @USDA_NIFA @alabamaED @BobWrightUNL @dsmuelle @CropNetwork

About 1 out of every 3 bites of food you eat exists thanks to amazing pollinators! From bees to butterflies, birds to bats, these creatures are vital for three-fourths of the world’s flowering plants and 35% of our food crops. Let's protect them! #PollinatorWeek

Asian longhorned ticks have made their way into Michigan. This tick typically targets livestock, but its ability to reproduce without a male can can rapidly result in a large population.

🌱 Midwest ag educators: Apply now for Cover Crop Essentials, a virtual MCCC course (Aug–Nov 2025)! Includes bi-weekly cohort sessions + demo plot seed. Limited spots available! Apply by June 23: midwestcovercrops.org/covercrop_esse…

Our 2024 applied research book is now available. This book summarizes our many research trials across Indiana. ag.purdue.edu/department/agr… @PurdueAg @PurdueAgronomy @INCornFarmers @PurdueExtension

Corn stunt hit hard last year. This season everyone is keeping an eye out for Leafhoppers. But do you know which one you need to watch for? Dr. Faris walks us through the difference between Aster and Corn Leafhoppers in this blog. osunpk.com/2025/06/03/mee…

Lone star tick family photo. I saw the male and female questing and as I took the picture, a nymph crawled around to the front! #tick #lonestartick #tickcheck #nebraska @DouglasSarpyExt