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Sarah and Luis discuss armyworms as a significant pest in California rice production. The discussion included Luis providing current updates on armyworm populations, scouting techniques, treatment thresholds, and management options for rice farmers.

Upcoming Events

• Rice Production Workshop - July 23-24, 2025, Davis, CA - an introductory course in rice production to cover the basics of rice farming
• Weedy Rice Workshop - August 5, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:15 PM, Roberts-Union Farm Center, 4925 Howard Rd, Stockton, CA 95206
• Rice Field Day - August 27, 2025, Rice Experiment Station, Biggs, CA

Armyworm Resources

Lemaire-Hamel S, Neau M, McCune F, et al. 2025. Armyworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in the province of Quebec, Canada: trapping, sex ratios, and female reproductive status. The Canadian Entomologist 157:1-16.

Armyworm Monitoring Network

Second Peak of Armyworm Podcast Episode

Other Resources

UC Rice Blog

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Rice in the Delta

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