By Jennifer Olson, Sara Wallace and Katie Oomens. Learn about the Plant Disease & Insect Diagnostic Laboratory's mission, services, staff, fees, imaging methods, sample submission tips and contact/web info for plant and pest diagnostics.

This week's article continues our exploration of alternatives to synthetic insecticides for controlling garden pests.

Learn how dormant oil helps control overwintering insects and eggs on trees and shrubs, including application timing, weather conditions and precautions for Oklahoma gardeners.

By Kelly Seuhs. Learn about insects in alfalfa and how to best manage them.

The most commonly found beneficial insects, their role in pest control and how to use these insects within Oklahoma ecosystems.

The various insecticides for proper management of insect and mite pests and the instructions for using them in relation to a sunflower crop.

The various insecticides for proper management of insect and mite pests and the instructions for using them in relation to rangelands and pastures.

The various insecticides for proper management of insect and mite pests and the instructions for using them in relation to soybean crops.

The various insecticides for proper management of insect and mite pests and the instructions for using them in relation to a canola crop.

The various insecticides for proper management of insect and mite pests and the instructions for using them in relation to small grains.