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It’s hot in Indiana, and the insects are out! We recommend scouting for many pests that become active in spring and early summer, such as scales and bagworms, because management is most effective when applied soon after they emerge. But the scouting season isn’t over yet—several pests become active throughout the late summer months. Here…Read more about Late summer landscape pests to watch for[Read More]


Earlier this year, Ohio expanded its quarantine for box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) to include seven additional counties, bringing the total number of quarantined counties in the state to 14 (ODA, 2026). Michigan currently has 13 counties under quarantine as well. Although this invasive pest has not yet been detected in Indiana, populations close to…Read more about Box Tree Moth range is expanding[Read More]


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