How to Manage Pests

UC Pest Management Guidelines

The cucurbit group is a large one that includes crops such as melons, cucumbers, squash, and pumpkins. Some varieties of each crop may be more susceptible to certain pests or pesticide injury than others. Therefore, not all of the chemicals listed in the Treatment Tables can be used on all varieties of cucurbit crops, especially melons. The comments in the Treatment Tables indicate which crops are listed or not listed on the label, but always read the label before applying a material to check for further restrictions. Also, check with local farm advisors or pest control advisors regarding any phytotoxicity problems associated with a specific crop and chemical combination. Local use permits may be available for certain materials in specific situations; contact your county agricultural commissioner regarding these permits.

PUBLICATION

UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines: Cucurbits
UC ANR Publication 3445
General Information
E. T. Natwick, UC Cooperative Extension, Imperial County
L. D. Godfrey, Entomology, UC Davis
C. G. Summers, Entomology, UC Davis/Kearney Agricultural Center, Parlier
J. J. Stapleton, UC IPM Program, Kearney Agricultultural Center, Parlier
Acknowledgment for contributions to Insects and Mites:
R. L. Coviello, UC Cooperative Extension, Fresno County
C. B. Fouche, UC Cooperative Extension, San Joaquin County
J. B. LeBoeuf, AgriData Sensing, Inc., Fresno
M. Murray, UC Cooperative Extension, Colusa/Glenn counties

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