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Hansen, N. 2020, All About Aphids!, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel

Aphids are one of the most common garden and landscape pests. Here are a few tips on control.

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Tricia Braxton Perry

Ian Ford-Terry

Nicole Hansen

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