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Pest control #868384

Asked May 14, 2024, 12:24 PM EDT

Hello, Our broccoli field seems to be over run by a (image attached) fly. Can you please let us know what is it and how to handle. We are a Certified Organic Farm.

Antrim County Michigan

Expert Response

Good afternoon and thank you for reaching out.  I'm going to recommend you connect with vegetable expert Ben Werling.  Here's Ben's contact info:

Benjamin Werling (msu.edu)

Best wishes this growing season,
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