Please check out the latest articles from Extension Educator Elizabeth Exstrom below:
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To Do or Not To Do?
What is the first sign of spring? Green lawns seems to be a common indicator. Cole Thompson, Assistant Professor, Integrated Turfgrass Management Specialist, explains whether you should use pre-emergence herbicide on your lawn this year in this handy Turf Info afticles.
March 29th, 2017 - Homeowners - Should You Skip Your Preemergence Herbicide This Year?
Several species of wood boring insects can damage trees and shrubs in Nebraska. Nearly all shade trees and most shrubs are subject to borer attack, especially if they are injured or weakened by disease or environmental stresses. Younger trees are likely to decline or die if borer damage is left unchecked. Many of these require carefully timed annual management programs to minimize infestation and damage. This publication covers the biology, life history, and management of the key wood borer species in Nebraska.