Agrobacterium tumefaciens is the bacterium responsible for crown gall. Crown gall affects many species in the rose family (Rosaceae). Rapid growth of infected cells produce
The pine pitch moth, Dioryctria spp., is an interesting critter we have seen a lot of recently. Well, maybe we haven’t seen it, but we
Gummosis is the exudation of a gummy-like substance typically found on fruit trees. The gum is an amber-colored sappy substance produced as a result of stress on the
Trees are a vital part of our landscapes, providing shade, beauty, and environmental benefits. However, like any living thing, they can experience health problems. Recognizing
The emerald ash borer was first found in Lawrence in 2015, Topeka in 2017, and Osage county in 2022. We put out an initial article
When you see the silk bags in your trees near the end of summer, that is the result of the fall webworm. These little pests
Bagworms are a common juniper, arborvitae, and spruce pest in our area, but can also be found on a wide variety of deciduous plants. Bagworms are
Spring has sprung and this year’s pests are active and feasting on your trees, enter the eastern tent caterpillar. The eastern tent caterpillar is a
Most people know about carpenter ants and carpenter bees, but how many have heard of a carpenterworm? We have had several cases of carpenterworms affecting
Spruce are beautiful landscape trees, but unfortunately for growers in Kansas, they are susceptible to several pathogens including Rhizosphaera needle cast. Rhizosphaera needle cast is
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