H Keep records of pest densities, biological control techniques used, cultural procedures, and pesticide applications. Keep records of pest populations for each field for review in future years. Keep records of natural enemy populations, if possible. H Avoid discarding herbaceous ornamental plant material near pepper fields to prevent cyclamen mite infestations in peppers. H Follow Rutgers Commercial Vegetable recommendations for pests that do not have thresholds H Subscribe to or access Plant and Pest Advisory Newsletter Vegetable Edition via Fax-info line or internet and follow current, seasonal recommendations provided there.
H Make a weed map of the field for use in planning for next year.
H Establish cover crop for weed control, nitrogen retention, and reducing soil erosion for early and mid season fields. If reusing stakes, clorox treat or fumigate stakes for prevention of bacterial infections.