Dan Gilrein

Dan Gilrein

Watching for whiteflies

Whiteflies are notorious foes of fall-season plants. Are you prepared to battle them?

Mealybugs only seem invincible

Conquering mealybug infestations involves a comprehensive, multipronged attack plan.

What you may not know about aphids

Lesser known qualities could change the way we think of these annoying pests.

How to stop feeding those 'very hungry caterpillars'

Known as frustrating pests, new species of caterpillars are complicating things for growers of ornamentals.

Pesticide advancements rise while risks drop

‘Reduced-risk’ and ‘unconventional’ pesticides give growers ‘green’ options.

Big nuisance, tiny pest

Managing shore flies: (almost) a day at the beach

Leafminers

This insect is minor in name only

Battle of the whiteflies

Win the war against this pest with careful observation coupled with smart treatment strategies.

Understanding IGRs

Learn how and when to integrate insect growth regulators into your pest management plan.

The usual suspects

A roundup of typical mealybug types and the efforts used to eradicate them