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  • Jan 2025
    Keys to Effective Aphid Management in Leafy Vegetables (2025)
    Publication (PDF, 180kb)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    For vegetable growers to successfully compete in the fresh market, they must be able to produce high quality, insect-free crops. This is particularly challenging for growers of leafy vegetables where damage by aphids can seriously reduce yield and quality. In many areas that produce lettuce, aphids are considered the most economically important insect pest found on the crop
  • Apr 2019
    Lettuce Aphid on Late Season Produce - 2019
    Publication (PDF, 1.1MB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect. Very little has been reported about Lettuce Aphids under desert conditions.
  • Mar 2019
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops - 2019
    Publication (PDF, 153KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Mar 2019
    Foxglove Aphids on Desert Produce 2019
    Publication (PDF, 371KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect.
  • Jan 2019
    Keys to Effective Aphid Management in Leafy Vegetables
    Publication (PDF, 152KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    Aphids can significantly reduce the yield and quality of leafy vegetables. This article outlines some key ways to manage Aphid population on leafy vegetables.
  • Oct 2018
    Insect Trapping Trends
    Publication (PDF, 170KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This document contains charts derived from six years of insect trapping, with the intent of helping illustrate any trends. Insects included in this publication include: Whiteflies, Beet Armyworm, Cabbage looper, Corn Earworm, Thrips, and Aphids.
  • May 2018
    Interactions Between Insects & Weeds in Desert Crops - May 2018
    Publication (PDF, 354KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    There is a positive correlation between weeds and insects. This article describes the relationship between weed management and insects. It details how weeds can be a refuge for beneficial insects and how they can also act as a reservoir for insect pests. The impact that weeds have on insecticide application is also discussed.
  • Feb 2018
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops ‐ February 2018
    Publication (PDF, 162KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Feb 2018
    Foxglove Aphids on Desert Produce 2018
    Publication (PDF, 360KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect.
  • Jan 2018
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops ‐ January 2018
    Publication (PDF, 152KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Nov 2017
    Aphid Management on Head Lettuce Using Imidacloprid and Foliar Insecticides 2017
    Publication (PDF, 191KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    The objective of these studies was to evaluate control of aphids on head lettuce using either foliar-applied insecticides, soil-applied insecticides or a combination of both. The conclusion was: depending on aphid pressure during the spring growing season, imidacloprid soil applications may or may not provide season long control of aphids.
  • Oct 2017
    Aphid Identification on Desert Lettuce
    Publication (PDF, 1.68MB)
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • Aug 2017
    Weather Can Have Major Impact on Insects 2017
    Publication (PDF, 143KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    Local weather patterns have a significant impact on insect abundance in our cropping system. Components of weather, mainly temperature and moisture, can either promote insect population growth or cause populations to decline. This article explains some of these patterns.
  • Jul 2017
    Interactions Between Insects & Weeds in Desert Crops - 2017
    Publication (PDF, 354KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    There is a positive correlation between weeds and insects. This article describes the relationship between weed management and insects. It details how weeds can be a refuge for beneficial insects and how they can also act as a reservoir for insect pests. The impact that weeds have on insecticide application is also discussed.
  • Mar 2017
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops - 2017
    Publication (PDF, 152KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Jan 2017
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops - January 2017
    Publication (PDF, 152KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Jan 2017
    Foxglove Aphids on Desert Produce 2017
    Publication (PDF, 536KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect.
  • Nov 2016
    Aphid Identification on Desert Lettuce 2016
    Publication (PDF, 1.68MB)
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • May 2016
    Interactions Between Insects & Weeds in Desert Crops - 2016
    Publication (PDF, 354KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    There is a positive correlation between weeds and insects. This article describes the relationship between weed management and insects. It details how weeds can be a refuge for beneficial insects and how they can also act as a reservoir for insect pests. The impact that weeds have on insecticide application is also discussed.
  • Jan 2016
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops - January 2016
    Publication (PDF, 151KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Nov 2015
    Impact of Planting Date on Aphid Infestations and Contamination in Head Lettuce
    Publication (PDF, 382KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A five year study was conducted with the goal of identifying planting windows during the season when lettuce is at risk from aphid infestations. The studies indicate that planting date and temperature likely have a strong influence on seasonal abundance of aphids.
  • Nov 2015
    Aphid Identification on Desert Lettuce 2015
    Publication (PDF, 1.68MB)
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • Feb 2015
    Foxglove Aphids on Desert Produce 2015
    Publication (PDF, 1.07MB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect.
  • Jan 2015
    Aphid Management in Desert Produce Crops - 2015
    Publication (PDF, 151KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Dec 2014
    New Insecticides for Desert Produce and Melons 2014
    Publication (PDF, 162KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This document outlines some of the new insecticides for desert produce and melons around 2014. Sequoia (Sulfoxaflor), Torac (tolfenpyrad), Exirel/Verimark (Cyazypyr), and Sivanto (flupyradifurone) are listed. Their relative efficacy against whiteflies aphids, bagrada bugs, and other insects are compared to the respective IPM standard.
  • Nov 2014
    Aphid Identification in Produce
    Publication (PDF, 1.0MB)
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • Feb 2014
    Aphid Management in Desert Leafy Vegetables and Cole Crops 2014
    Publication (PDF, 134KB)
    Authors: John .C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Feb 2014
    Foxglove Aphid on Desert Lettuce Crops
    Publication (PDF, 218KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    The foxglove aphid has been infesting desert commercial crops since 2002. This article discusses the description, damages, and methods of control for the foxglove aphid in lettuce crops.
  • Dec 2013
    New Insecticides for Desert Produce and Melons 2013
    Publication (PDF, 166KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This document outlines some of the new insecticides for desert produce and melons around 2014. Sequoia (Sulfoxaflor), Torac (tolfenpyrad), Exirel/Verimark (Cyazypyr), and Sivanto (flupyradifurone) are listed. Their relative eficacy against whiteflies aphids, bagrada bugs, and other insects are compared to the respective IPM standard.
  • Oct 2013
    Aphid Identification on Desert Lettuce 2013
    Publication (PDF, 221KB)
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • Jun 2013
    Insect * Weed Interactions in Vegetable Crops
    Publication (PDF, 77KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    There is a positive correlation between weeds and insects. This article describes the relationship between weed management and insects. It details how weeds can be a refuge for beneficial insects and how they can also act as a reservoir for insect pests. The impact that weeds have on insecticide application is also discussed.
  • Mar 2013
    Insect Pests of Desert-Grown Alfalfa: Alfalfa Aphid Complex
    Publication (PDF, 2.53MB)
    Authors: Lydia Brown, Ayman Mostafa, Al Fournier, and Peter Ellsworth
    In Arizona alfalfa, pea aphid (Acyrthosiphon pisum), blue alfalfa aphid (Acyrthosiphon kondoi), spotted alfalfa aphid (Therioaphis maculata), and cowpea aphid (Aphis craccivora) make up a winter aphid complex. All species cause similar damage, but spotted alfalfa aphid and blue alfalfa aphids are the most damaging in our system.
  • Feb 2013
    Aphid Management in Desert Leafy Vegetables and Cole Crops 2013
    Publication (PDF, 133KB)
    Authors: John .C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Apr 2012
    Interactions between Insects and Weeds in Vegetable Crops
    Publication (PDF, 77KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    There is a positive correlation between weeds and insects. This article describes the relationship between weed management and insects. It details how weeds can be a refuge for beneficial insects and how they can also act as a reservoir for insect pests. The impact that weeds have on insecticide application is also discussed.
  • Mar 2012
    Lettuce Aphid on Late Season Produce 2012
    Publication (PDF, 336KB )
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This article describes the Lettuce Aphid. It covers it's physical description, economic damage, insecticidal control, and methods for identifying this insect. Very little has been reported about Lettuce Aphids under desert conditions.
  • Feb 2012
    Aphid Management in Desert Leafy Vegetables and Cole Crops 2012
    Publication (PDF, 167KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Jan 2012
    Insect Management on Desert Produce Crops: Aphids 2012
    Publication (PDF, 582KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    Aphids are major pests to desert produce due to the damage they cause. This article describes their development, Economic Damage, and suggestions for their management. The Green Peach Aphid, Potato Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Lettuce Aphid, Cabbage Aphid, and Turnip Aphid are discussed.
  • Jan 2012
    Historical Trends in Aphid Abundance in Desert Lettuce
    Publication (PDF,135KB)
    Aphid abundance varies considerably from year to year. This document shows data from a span of around 14 years. Based off of this history one can deduce a few trends, such as some correlations between annual rainfall and aphid abundance.
  • Jul 2011
    Recommendations for Management of Whiteflies, Whitefly-transmitted viruses, and Insecticide Resistance for Production of Cucurbit Crops in Florida
    Publication (PDF, 661KB)
    Authors: Susan E. Webb, David J. Schuster, P. A. Stansly, Jane E. Polston, Scott Adkins, Carlye Baker, Pamela Roberts, Oscar Liburd, Teresia Nyoike, Eugene McAvoy, and Alicia Whidden
    Three viruses transmitted by whiteflies have been identified in watermelon, muskmelon, and squash since 2004. This article outlines some of the signs and symptoms that can be observed.
  • May 2010
    Weather Can Have Major Impact on Insects 2010
    Publication (PDF, 86KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    Local weather patterns have a significant impact on insect abundance in our cropping system. Components of weather, mainly temperature and moisture, can either promote insect population growth or cause populations to decline. This article explains some of these patterns.
  • Feb 2010
    Aphid Management in Desert Leafy Vegetables and Cole Crops 2010
    Publication (PDF, 622KB)
    Authors: John .C. Palumbo
    A chart detailing various insecticides and the efficacy against different species of Aphids. Each insecticide is rated at Good, Fair, and Poor, and is shown for each listed Aphid species. There is also a brief note for each of the insecticides.
  • Jan 2010
    Aphid Identification on Desert Lettuce 2010
    Publication (PDF, 10MB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo
    This documents contains an in depth guide to identifying Aphids most commonly found in Arizona produce. There are many images present to aid in identification. Aphid types include: Lettuce Aphid, Foxglove Aphid, Green peach Aphid, and Potato Aphid.
  • May 2003
    Cross-commodity Guidelines for Neonicotinoid Insecticides in Arizona
    Publication (PDF, 175KB)
    Authors: John C. Palumbo, Peter C. Ellsworth, Timothy J. Dennehy, Robert L. Nichols
    This document outlines some of the guidlines for Neonicotinoids, which were relatively new at the time. The plans within the document aim to help keep Neonicotinoids as a cost efficient and effective form of whitefly management for the future.
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