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| hd Thi | Farm Scene BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR ALFALFA WEEVIL It is at this time of year that we can expect to see alfalfa weevil damage in our alfalfa fields. : The Alfalfa Weevil is the most.destructive pest. of # alfalfa in North America. It moved into Ontario from the United States "in the 1960's, and was first discovered in Southwestern Ontario in 1967. Since that time, it has spread throughout the southern half of the Province, and can now be found in all of the alfalfa growing areas of Southern Ontario. § The insect is primarily a pest of first growth alfalfa, 3 however, the second growth may also be damaged. Most of the destruction is caused by the larvae that feed within the stems at first, and then move to the opening leaf buds at the tips of the plant, and later at the lower leaves, A heavy infestation will severely shred the leaves, and destroy all but the leaf veins and stems, leaving a skeleton plant. A badly infested field will have a grayish white or frosted appearance. Experience in Ontario has shown that the peak of 'the larval 'attach often coincides with the late bud - stage of the first-crop. If this occurs, the field should be cut immediately. This will destroy the larvae and terminate damage as a result of the feeding. In some years, the pest develops faster than the crop, and owing to the lack of bulk, the alfalfa cannot be cut early enough to prevent serious feeding. In cases such as this, chemical treatment may be necessary. When 25 to 50 percent of the plants show feeding damage, control is recommended, and, if the crop is not ready 8 to harvest, the application of an insecticide is the only alternative. - Beginning around the first week in June, farmers should examine their fields periodically to determine the level of alfalfa weevil activity. , . The adult weevil is now present in most alfalfa fields, and although it is not always easy to find, the feeding damage, caused by the adult, is usually apparent. The adults chew sections from the leaf margins, and often eat the outer skin-of the stem as well as feeding on the new shoots. Usually the adults don't cause enough injury to be of concern. The adult weevil is approx. 3-16 of sn inch long,; tan to dark brown in colour, with a broad "V'#shaped stripe over the back. The adults overwinter in the crowns of the alfalfa plants, and among ground debris in fields and fencerows. During April and May, the over-wintering adult weevils come out of hibernation, and in favourable weather, egg laying takes place. The eggs hatch in one to:two weeks time, depending on temperature. The newly hatched larvae start to appear in May, and it is during the larval stage that most of the damage occurs. The alfalfa weevil larvae can be found by examining the terminal growth of the plants. The larvae vary in size from barely visible to the eye up to 3-8 of an ich long when they reach maturity. They are yellowish to green in colour, with a white stripe over the back, and a black head that is quite small in relation to the body. When the larvae have reached full-growth, they construct -a cocoon, and after a one to two week pupation period, the new adults emerge. After feeding for a short time, they disperse from the field to field borders, and other hiding places where they remain in-acjjve throughout the summer. The adults return to thexfi#lds in late October where they again feed for a short time before seeking winter quarters. : ' As has been mentioned, it is a the larval stage that most of the damage is done, and it is at this stage that control measures should be applied. Fields should be examinéd_ twice a week for the next two or three weeks. It is suggested that about eight areas of one square yard each should be checked with half of these near the edges of the field, and the remainder scattered within the field. This procedure is necessary because the insect population can vary considerably within a field, and between nearby fields. If 25 to 50 percent of the leaves on the upper one-third of the stems show feeding damage and it is not possible to cut the crop within the next day or two, a spray is recommended. Materials suggested are 'Malathion, Sevin, Methoxychlor, Imidan, and Fura- dan. An ordinary field weed sprayer is satisfactory to do the job, providing it has been thoroughly cleaned, especially it is has been used for applying 2, 4-D, 2, 4, 8T, DMCPA and related herbicides. Compléte information on the Alfalfa Weevil, and its control, are available from your local Ontario Minis- try of Agriculture and Food Office. PE EE EE EE EE te ENITH CHROMACOLOR = xeric: ELECTRONICS 76 Brock Street W. Uxbridge Ontario Phone 852-3481 AEA REA TTT TTT TTR." RY any = I "George Beaton, PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, June 2, 1976 Greenbank Women's Institute "Why are you glad you are a woman?" was the roll call for the spring meeting of the Greenbank Women's Insti- tute. A variety of answers were given showing that the local ladies like to be home to do their jobs in their own time. The president, Mrs. thanked Mrs. Henry Thomas for opening her home for the meeting. poem 'Garden' she dealt with the business on hand. Mrs. Armour McMillan, sec-* retary treasurer, read the minutes of the April meet- ing, followed by the treas- urer's report. A letter from Mrs. Borcher of Australia, a member of the Women's In- stitute there, was read. She and Mrs, Elwood Clements correspond regularly. Mr. George W. S. Waddell passed away on May 12, 1976 in the Community Memorial Hospital, having reached the grand old-age of 92 in April. Mr. Waddell was born and raised on his father's farm in Clarke Township where he farmed for many years, and later moved to Bethany, Ontario, where he conducted an electrical - appliance business. Three years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Waddell moved to Greenbank. He was pre- deceased by his wife, Gladys Muriel, on January 25, 1976, and by his only son, F.O. Alfred Waddell in 1944. Left to mourn his passing are four daughters, Agnes (Mrs. E. R. Woodyard), Margaret You get a lot more than a lawn mower! In addition to a smooth-cutting 34" mower, it powers a rugged snow thrower, dozer blade, and roomy cart. 8 HP, electric start . . . a lot more action for your money. OTTO RICHTER & SONS EQUIPMENT 12 Heritage Rd. Ste. 5 MARKHAM 416 294-1407 © GRAVELY LIKE NOBODY ELSE. After reading a, "OBITUARY The nominating commit- tee for 1977 is Mrs. Murray Lee and Mrs. Armour Mec- Millan. The auditors are Mrs.Vernon Mount and Mrs. Jas. lanson. Mrs. Don Mec- Kean and Mrs. Beaton is 'a committee to organize a bus trip. Mrs. Archie Empringham gave a report as delegate to the Federated Women's In- stitute Officer's Conference held in Waterloo in early May. Committee Convenors were given by Mrs. Harry Hill on Citizenship and World Af- fairs; Mrs. Wm. Graham on Education and Cultural Ac- tivities; and Mrs. Frank Innes on Family and-Con- » sumer Affairs. Mrs. James Ianson as curator, read two (Mrs. Bruce Hancock), . Eunice (Mrs. Gordon Smith) and Betty (Mrs. Mel Mc Gee). He was dearly loved by 15 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren. Rev. Roundel, Greenbank, officiated at the funeral ser- vice held on Saturday at the McDermott-Panabaker Fun- eral Chapel in Port Perry, and Rev. Long, Orono, at the graveside ceremony in Orono. There were many floral tributes and donations were made in his memory to the Cancer Society, the Heart Fund, and the Port Perry Community Hospital. their members. George . The reports of the Standing letters of appreciation from early residents of Greenbank who received the supplement to Pioneers of Greenbank. Mrs. 'Fred Phoenix announced that the Scugog Shores Museum is open for the summer months, The group in charge of the programme was = Mrs. "Murray Lee, Mrs. Elwood Clements, Mrs. ' Henry Thomas and Mrs. Paul Dia- mond. Mrs. Murray Lee led a lively discussion on the motto "To be a Woman is a Privilege'. The members gave their paints of view on women and their place in different walks of life. A relaxing time was spent playing a few hands of euchre. The prize winners were Mrs. Howard Mc- Millan, Mrs. Don Cordingly, Mrs. James lanson, Mrs. John Roundell, Mrs. Neil Hunter and Mrs. Jack Couperthwaite. : The national "anthem and the Institute grace were sug then a lovely lunch vas served by the grou} in charge. 1 Midtown Mall fe ASK ABOUT ST.CLAIR'S IN HOME DECORATING SERVICE St. Clair The Paint & Paper People 576-2431 Oshawa Hudson Isherwood and staff wish to welcome Mr. Bill Newman, M.P.P. to his constituency office at 108 Water Street, Port Perry. : His .new office will enable him to maintain closer contact with the constituents of Durham North and in turn, provide them easier access to Bill welcomes and invites any constituent to drop by the Riding Office at 108 Water St. with any problems or concerns which require his attention. Hudson Isherwood 108 Water Street 985-3031 _-- - Os FA RIND -- ele i ARE EINE (2) 4 ed Sa Te 2 1 A ~