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Author(s):Redmond, Carl T.; Potter, Daniel A.
Author Affiliation:Redmond: Research Analyst; Potter: Professor, Entomology, Department of Entomology, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
Title:The search for biological control of white grubs: In hopes of using the information to protect golf courses, University of Kentucky scientists analyze how Mother Nature limits the number of beetle larvae
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Source:USGA Green Section Record. Vol. 47, No. 5, September/October 2009, p. 8-12.
Publishing Information:Far Hills, NJ: United States Golf Association, Green Section
# of Pages:5
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Biological control; Insecticides; Mowing height; Nematoda; Pathogens; Pesticide resistance; Pesticides; Pests; White grub control
USGA Green Section Keywords: Pest control: Insects and nematodes; Pest control: Integrated, alternative, and other; Research
Abstract/Contents:Presents a study to "determine identity and incidence of microbial pathogens and parasitoids of Japanese beetle and masked chafer grubs on golf courses across Kentucky, the first such study in the transition zone." Explains that "white grubs, the immature stage of stout-bodied beetles called scarabs, are the most destructive insect pests on golf courses in the cool-season and transitional climatic zones." Details the study, stating that "grubs were identified, incubated for 30 days, and dissected to assess mortality from bacterial, fungal, or protozoan pathogens." Concludes that "masked chafers and Japanesse beetle grubs accounted for 66% and 30% of the grub infestations, respectively...Turfgrass species and mowing height influence incidence of grubs and natural enemies."
Language:English
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See Also:See also earlier version "Continuing the search for biological control of white grubs" USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Online, 8(8) April 15, 2009, p. [1-8], R=147049. R=147049

See also related article "Friends with benefits: Meet your new BFFs when it comes to grub control, though white grubs may disagree with the term 'beneficial nematodes'" Golf Course Industry, 25(3)[4] April 2013, p. 30, 32-34, 36, R=219565. R=219565
Note:Includes sidebar, "Connecting the Dots: An interview with Carl Redmond, research analyst and Ph.D. candidate, and Dr. Dan Potter regarding the work at the University of Kentucky to develop biological controls for white grubs" by Jeff Nuss, p. 11
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ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Redmond, C. T., and D. A. Potter. 2009. The search for biological control of white grubs: In hopes of using the information to protect golf courses, University of Kentucky scientists analyze how Mother Nature limits the number of beetle larvae. USGA Green Sec. Rec. 47(5):p. 8-12.
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