OKLAHOMA ALFALFA PRODUCTION CALENDAR

Blister Beetle

Striped blister beetle or black blister beetle adults may migrate into fields in large numbers "swarms" and feed on foliage and blooms. To reduce chances of beetles (cantharidin) in hay, scout fields before harvest; spray with short residual insecticide if swarms occur. Do not crimp hay as cut. 

Short Production Tips for June

Information Capsules

Short OSU Extension Publications 
Blister Beetles and Alfalfa F-2072

OSU Extension Circulars  

   Blister Beetle Photographs  

Alfalfa Calendar
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