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C. Wayne Ellett Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic (CWE-PPDC)

Experts in identification of plant diseases, plant health problems, insects and insect related problems

The CWE-PPDC is a member of the National Plant Diagnostic Network. The clinic offers a broad spectrum of testing to identify pests and plant diseases as a fee-based service laboratory.  Diagnosticians collaborate with specialists in plant pathology, entomology, horticulture, agronomy, natural resources, and other areas to identify pests, plant diseases, and cultural and environmental problems of plants.

The PPDC accepts samples from:
Commercial production: vegetable, floriculture, ornamental, fruit, hops, and field crops.
Commercial landscaping companies and arborists: tree care, public parks/gardens, landscape management
Residential: homeowners or backyard gardeners, landscape ornamentals

THE CLINIC IS LOCATED IN WOOSTER, OH - OSU CFAES WOOSTER CAMPUS

PPDC is not a medical facility.
Samples from a person's or animal's body are not accepted.

 

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  1. What’s happening with the spicebushes in the region ??

    Dec 12, 2024

    Spicebush is a valuable native plant in Ohio, known for its aromatic leaves and vibrant fall color. However, recent observations have identified several significant health issues, including dieback, wilting, thrips damage and viral symptoms. This article provides an overview of the current concerns on spicebush in the region.

    Read the full article - What’s happening with the spicebushes in the region ?? | BYGL

  2. Pest Alert: Spotted Lanternfly

    Aug 30, 2024

    What is the Spotted Lanternfly? How do I identify SLF and how do I report a sighting?

    Department of Entomology at the Ohio State University published a new article about the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF). Here is the link to the article: https://entomology.osu.edu/news/pest-alert-spotted-lanternfly

     

  3. Burying Beetles – Remarkable parents!!

    Sep 27, 2023

    Suranga Basnagala

    September 2022 the entomology department received a voicemail from Christian Centa in Doylestown OH. He said seeing a mating pair of burying beetles in his backyard trying to bury a mouse carcass. He was aware of the rarity of the Burying beetles, recorded the scene without disturbing them, and sent me the videos.

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