When to Apply Biological Controls for Oklahoma Greenhouse Pest Outbreaks
Introduction: why timing matters in biocontrol Greenhouse growers in Oklahoma face a unique combination of pest pressures: warm summers, cold winters that…
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Oklahoma: Pests & Diseases
Types of Woodland Fungal Pathogens Threatening Oklahoma Shade Trees
Oklahoma’s mix of prairie, savanna, riparian corridors, and urban canopy creates a landscape where shade trees of many species are essential for…
Read articleSteps to Diagnose Nutrient Deficiencies Versus Disease in Oklahoma Plants
Diagnosing whether a plant problem in Oklahoma is caused by a nutrient deficiency or by a disease is essential to effective, economical,…
Read articleIdeas for Soil-Health Practices to Reduce Root Diseases in Oklahoma
Introduction: Why soil health matters for root disease management Healthy soils are the first line of defense against root diseases. In Oklahoma,…
Read articleBest Ways to Manage Aphid-Transmitted Viruses in Oklahoma Vegetables
Aphid-transmitted viruses are among the most economically important constraints to vegetable production in Oklahoma. These viruses–spread rapidly by several aphid species–can reduce…
Read articleBenefits of Using Disease-Resistant Cultivars in Oklahoma Gardens
Growing a healthy, productive garden in Oklahoma requires more than good soil and regular watering. Challenging climate conditions, variable rainfall, hot summers,…
Read articleWhat to Do When Lawn Fungus Appears in Oklahoma Yards
Recognizing fungal problems early Lawn fungus can appear suddenly in Oklahoma yards, showing up as discolored patches, rings, or spots in turf…
Read articleWhat Does Sudden Oak Decline Look Like in Oklahoma Landscapes?
Sudden declines or rapid mortality of oak trees alarm homeowners and land managers. In Oklahoma landscapes this problem can result from several…
Read articleHow Do You Treat Bacterial Leaf Spot on Oklahoma Peppers?
Bacterial leaf spot is one of the most frustrating diseases pepper growers in Oklahoma and surrounding regions encounter. It can reduce yield,…
Read articleWhy Do Oklahoma Vegetables Attract Spider Mites?
Spider mites are a persistent pest in many vegetable gardens, and Oklahoma growers — both commercial and home — see them regularly.…
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