WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 15, 2025
Codling moth: At 1600 cumulative degree days (DD), we are in the midst of second generation codling moth in …
Jim Walgenbach
Professor & Extension Entomology Specialist (Fruits / Vegetables) Entomology & Plant Pathologyjim_walgenbach@ncsu.eduStreet Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Mailing Address: MHCR&EC
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Job Description Conduct an applied research research and extension program related to pest management on tree fruits and vegetables.
Recent Posts by Jim Walgenbach
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 8, 2025
Second generation codling moth is the main insect of concern this week, with first generation brown marmorated stink bug …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 30, 2025
Codling Moth: In lower elevation orchards (i.e., those ranging from about 800 to 1300 ft) an insecticide targeting second …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 24, 2025
In Henderson County and similar elevations, first generation codling moth flight is complete, and second generation flight is not …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 17, 2025
Codling Moth: Throughout the region we remain in that window where codling moth is between generations, and unless there …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 9, 2025
Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 2, 2025
In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - May 27, 2025
First generation codling moth remains a key pest of concern across the region. Also, the window for tufted apple …