Thursday, December 16, 2010

A Beneficial Friend

This Coccinella septempunctata (also known as the ladybird beetle or ladybug) is one among a plethora of beneficial insects we encourage in the vineyard.  A major component in our pest management program, ladybirds, predatory wasps, and others are attracted to gardens strategically placed throughout the vineyard. This particular friend paid me a visit while I was packing up holiday shipments in the barn.

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