What environmental conditions can lead to pest resurgence?

Pest resurgence is often associated with environmental conditions that create favorable habitats for pests to thrive and reproduce. Mild winters allow pest populations to survive rather than be diminished by typical cold temperatures. When coupled with excess moisture, these conditions can lead to abundant food sources, optimal breeding environments, and successful pest overwintering.

Moist conditions can also support the growth of plants and other organic matter that serve as food for pests, encouraging their population growth. Overall, mild winters combined with high moisture levels enhance the likelihood that pest populations will rebound quickly in the spring, leading to resurgence. This combination highlights the importance of understanding environmental conditions when managing pest populations in turf settings.

In contrast, hot and dry conditions, high winds and frost, or regular rainfall and snowfall may not create favorable environments for pest resurgence, often leading to reduced pest populations or inactive periods.