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Help Desk Highlights, Vol. 4

Posted on August 23, 2017 by MGNV Webmaster

By Jolene Mafnas, VCE Agricultural and Natural Resources Intern

Our Horticultural Help Desk receives many queries each week. Thanks to Jolene Mafnas for pulling together some of the common questions and providing answers and additional resources.

Squash Vine Bugs

Squash Vine Bugs
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This edition focuses on:

  • Earwigs
  • Phytophthora Root Rot
  • Squash Vine Borer

 

Help Desk Highlights Week 4

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