Vegetable pest spreads to Michigan

The Swede midge, an insect that damages cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and other crucifers, was found in five organic production fields in Sanilac County on the “thumb” of Michigan’s lower peninsula – the first discovery of the plant pest in Michigan, said the state Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. A relatively weak flyer, the Swede… » Read More

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