Search Results for: argentine stem weevil

AgPest Alert: 1 February 2021

Argentine stem weevil is a significant threat to seedling grasses Region: All of NZ Argentine stem weevil is a significant threat to seedling grasses, even those infected with endophyte, at …

AgPest Alert: 14 January 2021

Aphids, diamondback moth & white butterfly caterpillars in brassica crops increasing in numbers.  Region: All NZ Keep an eye on aphids, diamondback moth caterpillars and white butterfly caterpillars in brassica …

AgPest Alert: 2 November 2020

Check sunny slopes for Chilean needle grass Region: All NZ Chilean needle grass will become evident in pastures in November-December. Keep an eye out for the reddish-purple colour of the …

AgPest Alert: 1 October 2020

Consider forage crops to selectively spray out summer grasses before renewal Region: Northland, Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Waikato, Taranaki If your run-out pasture was infested with summer-active grass weeds last …

AgPest Alert: 15 September 2020

Ordering grass seed? Select endophyte. Region: All NZ When ordering grass seed select suitable endophytes and check that the endophyte you select has been assessed in the grass variety you …

AgPest Alert: 5 March 2020

Be vigilant for Velvetleaf Region: All NZ In 2016 velvetleaf seed was introduced to NZ as a contaminant of fodder beet seed and planted in many properties throughout NZ. To …

AgPest Alert: 5 February 2020

Delay sowing to avoid Argentine stem weevil Region: All NZ Argentine stem weevil is a significant threat to seedling grasses, even those infected with endophyte, at this time of year. …

AgPest Alert: 5 November 2019

Clover root weevil present, don’t overgraze clover Region: All NZ Clover root weevil will be very obvious in most areas – U-shaped notches at the edge of clover leaves show …

AgPest Alert: 1 October 2019

Consider forage crops to combat summer grasses Region: Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty If your run-out pasture was infested with summer-active grass weeds last Summer, consider growing a forage …

AgPest Alert: 25 September 2019

Select endophyte when ordering grass seed Region: All NZ When ordering grass seed select suitable endophytes and check that the endophyte you select has been assessed in the grass variety …