What is your pest problem?

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Wildlife Problems
weeds and problem plants

 

insects and bugs
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Plant diseases

Resources

For help identifying plants and insects, and more.

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Featured programs

These featured Extension programs help support all of your pest management goals.

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Grow Your Own, Nevada!

Learn the secrets of high-desert gardening; sustainable, local and healthy living; and growing and preserving more of your own food.

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Pollinator Resources

About 90% of flowering plants on Earth depend on pollinators. When it comes to managing pests in our yards, pesticides should only be used when needed.

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Master Gardener

Extension's Master Gardener Program is a volunteer educator program designed to teach research-based Nevada gardening practices to volunteers.

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Pesticide Safety

Extension's Nevada Pesticide Applicator Certification and Training website helps pesticide applicators to obtain and retain their certification. 

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Featured Articles

Read popular pest management articles and stories

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Myth Monday: Winter Tree Watering

Do trees need water in the winter?

Read The Tree Watering Article
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What is it Wednesday: Indoor Spiders

As temperatures drop in winter, you may notice more spiders indoors.

Read the Spider Fact SHeet 

Friendly Friday: Birds

Did you know that birds also provide excellent pest control?

Read the Winter Bird Article

Myth Monday: Fertilizing Your Lawn in Winter Prepares It for Spring

For the healthiest, most-pest-free lawn, always align your fertilization schedule with your region's climate.

Read About Lawn Myths
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What is it Wednesday: Mantis

Mantises are natural pest controllers, feeding on a variety of insects that can harm your garden. By preserving their egg sacs, you’re supporting a healthier, balanced ecosystem.

Read a Mantis Article

Friendly Friday: Worm Farm

Coming Soon, advice for starting your own worm farm. 

Read Worm Resources

Most Recent Blogs

Pocket Gopher Control Strategies for Farms and Lawns Pocket gophers damage crops, lawns, and irrigation systems through tunneling and feeding. This guide offers research-based, integrated control methods to help farmers and homeowners identify, manage, and prevent infestations.
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Aphid Trouble in Alfalfa? Here’s How to Stay Ahead This Season Spring aphid pressure is back in Nevada alfalfa fields. Learn how to identify blue alfalfa aphid, assess economic thresholds, and take timely action using IPM strategies to protect your yield.
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Home-Invading Weevils: Identification and Management Weevils can be a nuisance when they invade your home and garden. While harmless to people and pets, they’re always frustrating. Learn how to identify, manage, and prevent weevil infestations with these practical tips.
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How to Search for Pests in Our Directory  How to Search for Pests in Our Directory, you can use your web browser’s search function to find relevant information quickly.
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This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under Award No. 2024-70006-43499. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.