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Allison Zablah

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Tiny Allies in the Tunnels

April 18, 2025 - From Issue: 751
By: Allison Zablah and Laura Ingwell
Figure 1: Syrphid fly egg, larva, and adult (Photo by Allison Zablah).
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As spring brings life back into our high tunnels, it also awakens more than just our crops. This year, our spinach beds became an early battleground in the age-old story[Read More…]

 Article Categories:
  • Greens and Salad Crops
    • Spinach
 Article Tags:
  • High Tunnels

Insect Spotlight: Syrphid Flies

May 30, 2024 - From Issue: 737
By: Allison Zablah and Laura Ingwell
Figure 5. Syrphid fly adults pollinating a variety of flowers (photos by John Obermeyer).
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The presence of syrphid flies, also called hoverflies, is a welcome sight in agricultural landscapes. Syrphid flies contribute to pollination, pest suppression, and decomposition. There are four subfamilies of syrphids:[Read More…]

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  • Insect and Mite Management
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