Grain sorghum is in various stages of flowering in the southwest right now. Once flowering begins, growers might want to keep an eye out for sorghum midge. Learn the best way to scout for these pests and how to properly identify midge damage to sorghum.
Learn how to identify damage from sorghum midge and what recommendations can help avoid grain loss. This article also provides an update on midge activity from Southwest Kansas, particularly in the Garden City area.
As sorghum harvest progresses this season, be on the lookout for sorghum midge damage. In recent years, sorghum midge activity has been detected well outside its typical range in Kansas, with significant losses occurring in some locations. It is easy to overlook or confuse sorghum midge damage with other sources of damage. Learn more in this article.