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Control Lawn Pests It may not be warm enough to lay in the sun, but it's certainly warm enough for spiders and insects to become active. A common problem now is the-clover mite, which is invading homes throughout the county. Clover mites ^appear as tiny red or orange specks which crawl on walls, windows, and other sur­ faces. You can identify this tiny .mite under a magnifying glass. It has two long legs in front of its body which may be mistaken for antennae. When crushed, it leaves a reddish spot. Clover mites are active from early spring until June. Because clover mites feed on grasses, clover, and weeds in the lawn, the best control is to remove an 18 inch strip of sod from around the house. This grassless area will seem like a desert to the mites who try to cross it. You can plant flowers or vegetables in the strip, cover the soil with bark or gravel, or secure the soil in some manner to prevent erosion. You can also use chemical controls, if you so choose. Mix 1.5 teaspoons dicothol (Kelthane) with a gallon of water. Spray outside, covering the foundation up to the windows, and the ad­ jacent ten feet of lawn. Apply again in 10 days if needed. Inside, vacuum up the mites, being careful not to crush them Common household insect spray will also kill them. You may need a second application, since the active ingredient is ef­ fective for only a short while. Control Crabgrass -- There are two common crabgrasses, smooth and hairy, both of which are summer annuals Crabgrass germinates in the late spring and summer in moist, warm places that receive moderate to full sunlight. Growth stops during the cool of autumn, and the first hard frost kills the plants You can distinguish crabgrass from other grassy weeds by its coarse, spreading growth that crowds out desired grasses Its seedhead consists of several fingerlike projec­ tions spread out like a fan. Don't confuse it with goosegrass, which ger­ minates later, is darker, has a silvery streak up the center, and has a seedhead resembling a zipper. Herbicides are commonly used for crabgrass control. The best method, if you had crabgrass last year, is to apply herbicides in the early spring before the crabgrass emerges. Benefin (Balan), bensulide (Betasan), DCPA (Dacthal), and siduron (Tupersan) can be used for preemergence control. Information on application rates and limitations is available in the free pam­ phlet "1981 Turfgrass Pest Control" (C-1076) Post emergence control is trickier I wouldn't recommend it unless you absolutely cannot wait until the following spring to control crabgrass. Post emergence crabgrass herbicides are the organic arsenicals (DSMA, MSMA, etc.) applied three or four times at 7 to 10 day intervals. If not properly used, they can kill the desired turfL How To Subscribe to The McHeory Plaindealer The McHenry Plaindealer 3812 W. Elm Street McHenry, II. 60050 •J Years • $40.00 • 2 Years - $2S.50 • 1 Year- $15.50 0« Months • $9.50 GPofncnt Enclosed Name Addr*»» cfv.v.v.y.v.' Price* good in McHonry County. ( B y E r i n H y n e s ) leaving room for even more weeds to invade. Again, before beginning a turf spray program, get a copy of "Turfgrass Pest Control" for recommendations on controlling turf weeds, in­ sects, and diseases If you choose not to use herbicides, your alternatives are limited. You can forget about the crabgrass, which is perfectly acceptable if you aren't concerned with having a "Better Homes & Gardens" type lawn. You can dig up the crabgrass, which may be a chore. You could also try to cut off the seedheads before they mature. Because crabgrass is an annual, it grows from seed each year. Seed blowing in from a neigh­ boring yard may ruin your efforts. If you have any questions on lawn care, contact the Cooperative Extension service, P.O. Box 431, 789 McHenry avenue, Wood­ stock, 111. 60098. Phones: 815- 338-3737 or 4747. Insect Control - Do you want to control insect pests in your home and yard but feel a twinge of ecological conscience every time you spray a pesticide? In­ tegrated Pest Management may be your answer! In­ tegrated Pest Management (IPM) combines cultural Meet Farm Director and biological methods with ecosystem planning and use of pest resistent plant varieties to reduce the need for insecticides. This relatively new approach to insect control has the ap­ proval of many diverse groups, including the United States Department of Agriculture and the Sierra club. The University of Illinois Cooperative Extension service and McHenry County Defenders are sponsoring a program to educate the residents of McHenry county about the home use of IPM. Dr. Stephen Briggs. University of Illinois entomologist, will discuss IPM on Thursday, April 30, at McHenry high school West campus, 4724 W Crystal Lake road, McHenry. The program begins at 7:30 p.m. and is free to the public. INFORMATION OFFICER NAMED Illinois Director of agriculture Larry Werries announced the appointment of Mark Randal as his department's chief in­ formation officer Randal previously served as a ne^s broadcaster and farm editor at WICS-TV in Springfield. "Carrying on a tradition" is the way Bob Richardson might describe his ex­ periences on the family hog farm near Spring Grove Bob. 31. has joined his father. Owen, and brother. George, in their sizable farrow-to-finish operation After graduating from the University of Illinois in 1971. he decided to go to Florida and work for a while-a change of pace from farming and agriculture He worked at Disney World, first with the Monorail and then as foreman in one of the sec tions. "It was fun. simple and not challenging. I came back to the farm in March. 1976. and bought a third of the machinery and livestock from my Dad "Then George joined us. and he bought a thifld. so on the 440 acres we will market about 2,500 head of hogs this year. We've expanded some because we have more labor with the three of us doing the farming " The year-around operation "will pay the bills, we hope" while waiting for prices to improve. They were marketing about 1,200 head when the two of them started farming together, gradually increasing the number each year Bob and his wife. Carol, have a special reason to be excited, welcoming their ^son. Kenneth, early this year Bob's great, great grand­ father. came to this part of the country in the mid 1800s. and the best they can figure., he built the old part of the home that - Owen lives in about 1860 A cabin was built about 1836. however, at that same site Owen's father George, was a pioneer in Farm Bureau and the McHenry County Service company. serving as president of both organizations George was born in 1890 and his father was named .Jessie Bob is a director of the McHenrv-Lake County pork Producers, and he is active in the ^'ommunitv church of Richmond, having served as a trustee and hoard president He's excited about serving on the Farm Bureau board, continuing a family tradition and also becoming involved in what he feels are important matters lie represents Burton township farmers "I 'm impressed with the legislative and community projects of Farm Bureau." hr ooserved 'I 'm interested in the efforts to save far­ mland I 've seen land to the north of us turn from corn ground to houses, and I see it happening on several sides not far from our farm,'. ' P.UiE 19 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. MAY 20.1M1 Young Singers Unite For Summer Musical CONSUMER ^CHECKLIST HEMLINE CREASES For hard to remove hem­ line creases, apply a solution of 2 parts water and 1 part white vinegar to the crease. Then using a press cloth, steam press the area. Allow to dry thoroughly before moving to the next area. Al­ ways test the fabric for col- orfastness before using the vinegar solution. High school age singers through age 23 (or a little older) are invited to join Tell the World this summer in the presentation of Life, a musical by Otis Skillings Rehearsals will begin Wednesday. June 3. and continue weekly through June and .July During August the musical will be presented at churches and in community parks in the northern Illinois area Tell the World is sponsored by the Evangelical Free church of W'auconda and is directed by Walt Martin of Island Lake "Here is a chance for Christian young people to make a musical contribution to the community while enjoying the social contact with other like -minded youth." said Pastor Neil Brohm Those who par ticipate in the singing group need not belong to the Free church Young men and women who would like to participate or would like more in formation are invited to call Walt or Miriam Martin at ">26-8306 for details. Chur ches which would like to have Life presented at their church or in their area park are also invited to call now to arrange their August dates More Comfort with Less Energy - 3g55xmxggxi.ji»'» L£jlZJL5SE55XX5535XX3IO» Attention! Our Garden Quarter Neighbors... 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