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Blister Beetle Management in Alfalfa

John Hopkins, Kelly Loftin, Gus Lorenz and, Glenn Studebaker (2005)

Summary

Blister beetles are especially attracted to alfalfa during bloom, and the gregarious nature of adults often results in congregation of large swarms within individual fields. This fact sheet explains that the real damage is Blister beetle contamination of hay which is a serious concern for producers and livestock owners.