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      <title>Insect Pest Management in Louisiana Sweet Potatoes</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Soil insect pests can be extremely problematic in Louisiana sweet potato production. The majority of insect damage in sweet potatoes occurs on the root surface and consists of unattractive scars and holes. The market tolerance for this cosmetic injury is very low, and minimal insect damage can drastically affect the marketability of the crop. (PDF format only) - Full Content set to .]]></description>
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      <title>Managing Cucumber Beetles (Rootworms) in Louisiana Sweet Potato Production</title>
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