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Pest Update: July 13

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Cassie Russell

In this post: The planet saw its hottest day on record already this month, and experts say we could set more records. On Monday July 3rd, the average global temperature reached 17.01˚C. On Tuesday the 4th, the average global temperature … Continue reading →

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Potato Leafhoppers are Feeding on Shade Trees

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Jen Llewellyn

ADULT Potato leafhoppers are feeding on deciduous shade trees in the nursery.  Young nursery stock is more susceptible to injury  and damaged trees can be more at risk of winter dieback. ADULT potato leafhoppers overwinter in the southern states, gradually migrate … Continue reading →

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Potato Leafhoppers spotted in Hamilton Area!

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Jen Llewellyn

Like Arnold said, “I’ll be back”. Potato leafhoppers were spotted on yellow sticky cards in the Hamilton area a few days ago.  

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Potato Leafhoppers are BACK!

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Jen Llewellyn

ADULT Potato leafhoppers have arrived in southern Ontario! ADULT potato leafhoppers overwinter in the southern states, gradually migrate up from the south each spring and will feed and lay their eggs on newly expanding leaf tissue as they go. The … Continue reading →

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