This publication focuses on organic control of flea beetles, one of the more serious vegetable crop pests. Cultural and biological options are discussed along with alternative pesticidal materials.
Resources Category: Pest, Weed, and Disease Management
Discover effective organic methods for pest, weed, and disease management. Learn sustainable techniques to protect your crops without the use of synthetic chemicals.
Managing Pests Organically in the Garden and Orchard
Did you combat pests in your garden or orchard this season? Are you interested in learning about organic strategies for controlling those pests? This virtual workshop was recorded 1n October 2020. During the workshop, NCAT Horticulture Specialists Guy Ames and Luke Freeman discussed the following topics: Principles of organic pest management What is integrated pest… Continue reading Managing Pests Organically in the Garden and Orchard
Organic IPM Field Guide
The idea behind this field guide was to provide a pictorial guide about the concepts of organic IPM and important pests and beneficials. The focus of the document is implementing ecologically-based strategies to prevent pests from becoming a problem in the first place. ATTRA attempted to limit the text to provide only useful take-home’ messages… Continue reading Organic IPM Field Guide
Squash Bug and Squash Vine Borer: Organic Controls
Squash bug and squash vine borer are major pests among cucurbits. This publication addresses organic control methods for these pests. The life cycles and characteristics of each pest are presented. Various levels and types of organically sanctioned controls are discussed. Row covers, cultural methods, and physical practices are also covered. Experimental controls, biological controls, and… Continue reading Squash Bug and Squash Vine Borer: Organic Controls
Sustainable Weed Management for Small and Medium-Scale Farms
Managing croplands according to nature’s principles will reduce weed problems on horticultural crops, or row crops, in small and medium-sized operations. Creativity is key to devising sustainable cropping systems that prevent weed problems. This publication discusses several strategies, both proactive and reactive, as alternatives to conventional tillage systems. Options include mulching, competition, crop rotations, and… Continue reading Sustainable Weed Management for Small and Medium-Scale Farms
Tipsheet: Organic Pest Management
Tipsheet on managing pests in organic crop production