Monthly Archives: February 2016
Winter Grain Mites in Wheat
Photo by Kansas Dept. of Ag. Winter grain mites are once again showing up in spots around area. They can be found from Garden City to Midkiff, primarily in wheat that is a little farther along. Winter grain mite eggs hatch in the fall and their numbers continue to build throughout the winter. They are a tiny black to dark blue mite with red legs that are very difficult to see without a hand lens. They prefer mild temperatures between 40-70° F throughout the winter and freezing temperatures… Read More →