LSMFT wrote:

Why are there so many bugs this year? Another cycle of black flies, minges
or no see ums. I can't wait for a freeze.

Must be wet where you are. We [near Schenectady, NY] have had a
shortage of bugs this year. [and I'm not complaining!]

It has been hot & dry since early May. I've finally gotten some
tomatoes- the first in 3 years.

Jim