Donald Lewis

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Entomologists at Iowa State University have confirmed that Scott County has the first breeding infestations of brown marmorated stink bugs reported in Iowa.

By: Laura Jesse Iles and Donald Lewis and Erin Hodgson and Duane Gissel

A new Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication discusses all aspects of potato production, beginning with choosing the correct type of potato to grow and including size of seed potatoes, spacing, fertility, pest management and post-harvest management.

By: Ajay Nair and Donald Lewis

Thirty years ago this week the first issue of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Horticulture and Home Pest Newsletter arrived in mailboxes across the state.

By: Donald Lewis

An invasive species of earthworm was recently confirmed in Dubuque and Muscatine counties by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists in entomology and nematology. This species of earthworm, commonly known as jumping worm, was not known to reside in Iowa habitats until now, although it has been confirmed in nearby states.

By: Laura Jesse Iles and Donald Lewis

A trio of publications available through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers instruction for using pesticides to homeowners and commercial greenhouse employees alike.

By: Mark Shour and Donald Lewis and Betsy Buffington

Learn how to identify the Asian Giant Hornet, which has been found in North America but not yet in Iowa.

By: Laura Jesse Iles and Donald Lewis and Zach Clemens

The 17-year cicada will make its appearance in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and some eastern states, according to an entomologist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

By: Donald Lewis

Horticulture and entomology specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach give advice on bearded irises.

By: Cynthia Haynes and Donald Lewis

In a recent publication called “Carpenter Ants and Their Control,” Donald Lewis, professor and extension entomologist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, explains how to identify and control these ants.

By: Donald Lewis