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Kelly Estes discusses the impact of winter conditions on pest survival and management strategies for corn production.

Ever wonder how winter conditions impact pests in your fields? Let’s dive in! On this week's podcast, Kelly Estes from the University of Illinois shares insights on how weather conditions influence pest survival and trapping methods. As we move into a new growing season, understanding pest behavior and utilizing effective management strategies will be crucial for successful corn production. Kernels of Knowledge: - Stay Informed: Regularly check trapping data and utilize pest prediction tools to stay ahead of pest threats in your fields. - Monitor Weather Effects: Be aware of how weather conditions can impact pest survival and behavior, adjusting management practices accordingly. - Participate in Trapping Programs: Engage with local pest trapping programs to contribute data and gain insights into pest populations in your area. For more in-depth pest management tips and tools, check out the resources below. Links discussed in this episode: Corn ipmPIPE Illinois Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) program Water and Atmospheric Resources Monitoring (WARM) Program Wyffels Hybrids Corn Rootworm Monitoring Between The Rows® - Monitoring CRW Populations We want to hear from you…

People in this episode

Host: Wyffels Hybrids

Guest: Kelly Estes

Topics covered

• pest management
• weather impact
• corn production
• trapping methods
• pest behavior

Keywords

• pests
• weather conditions
• trapping data
• pest prediction tools
• corn production

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Illinois

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