[Syrupmakers] Sweet Sorghum Destroyed Again by Sugar Cane Aphid in East Tennessee

[Kirk Palis]

 I have heard that lady bugs can tackle this problem.  A quick search shows 1500 ladybugs for $12.95.  I would give that a try.  Here is where I found them: https://www.arbico-organics.com/product/ladybird-beetle-ladybugs-hippodamia-convergens?msclkid=7506a50d19851f1ed9dffeb0e18639d8&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Ladybugs&utm_term=ladybugs%20for%20sale&utm_content=ladybugs%20for%20sale
I am sure there are other sources.
Kirk
    On Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 11:03:13 PM EDT, Scott <scott at eldercomputersolutions.com> wrote:  
 
  This is the 3rd year in row my sweet sorghum grown in East Tennessee has been damaged and/or destroyed by the sugar cane aphid.  Gets worse every year.  I grow organically so I have not tried the EPA banned product.  I have tried Neem Oil and Karanja Oil.  It has been suggested to try Neemix but at this point I am trying to decide will I every stop those pests.  I have considered just not growing for awhile and wait and see.  Any suggestions would be appreciated?
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