Pest forecasts heating up after a relatively cold winter

Pest forecasts heating up after a relatively cold winter

Cold winters help prevent many potential pest insects from establishing or reaching large populations in Minnesota. Each year, Anthony Hanson, an entomologist and University of Minnesota Extension educator, provides overwintering forecasts for some of these insects, often based on UMN research, to assist farmers in decision-making. The forecasts are supported by a USDA grant and weather data from NOAA. Hanson received many questions this winter …