Hosts, distribution, symptoms and signs, disease cycle, and control measures are described for 46 hardwood and 15 conifer diseases. Diseases in which abiotic agents are contributory factors also are described. Color and black-and-white illustrations that stress diagnosis and control are provided. A glossary of technical terms and indexes to hosts, pathogens, and insect vectors also are included.

The results of research on diseases of pines and junipers in the Great Plains are presented; diagnosis, biology, damage and control are emphasized.

Abstract: This publication, developed to aid the public and professionals in identifying and managing common insect pests of trees in the Great Plains, provides information on hardwood and conifer defoliators, borers, sapsucking insects and gall insects: their hosts, identification, life cycle, and damage and control recommendations. Color photos aid in pest identification. Contains a list of insecticides by common and registered trade names, a list of host plants by common name with scientific names, and common and scientific names of insect pests arranged by the damage they cause.