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Jul 12, 2018

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First off today, we get the latest on insect issues with Scott Meers, insect management specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. Scott, let’s start with bertha armyworm.

Interview with Scott Meers (4:42 minutes) (2.15 Mb)

And a reminder for information on insects throughout the growing season, go to www.agriculture.alberta.ca/bugs-pest.

Source : Alberta Ag and Forestry

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