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Choosing and Using Insect Repellents (Spanish)
(2007-10-08)
Mosquitoes and other insects can be a problem after a storm. Mosquitoes breed in flooded areas where there is standing water. This publication offers tips on using insect repellents to help protect you from biting insects.
Controlling Houseflies (Spanish)
(2007-10-08)
Houseflies can be a particular problem after a disaster, because they lay eggs and develop on rotting organic matter. This publication explains how to suppress housefly populations around homes and businesses.
Springtails
(2004-07-16)
Springtails are an insect pest of lawns and homes. They are not harmful to people, pets, plants, structures or furnishings. However, their presence and jumping behaviors make them a nuisance. This publication offers ideas ...
Lantana and Verbena: How to Combat Insect and Mite Pests
(2005-02-21)
Several insect and mite pests attack lantana and verbena, which are perennial ornamental plants found in many Texas landscapes. This publication describes the most common pests and explains how to manage them.
Bed Bugs (Spanish)
(2002-01-18)
Bed bugs infest beds, bedding and furniture and feed on the blood of humans. This publication explains how to identify bed bugs, how to locate infestations and how to control these pests.
Using Oils As Pesticides
(2006-10-30)
Petroleum and plant-derived spray oils show increasing potential for use as part of Integrated Pest Management systems for control of soft-bodied pests on fruit trees, shade trees, woody ornamentals and household plants. ...
Flea Control (Spanish)
(2002-08-23)
This publication will help you identify fleas and learn their behaviors and potential dangers to pets and humans. Included are methods for controlling fleas indoors and out.
How to Select a Termite Control Service
(2005-12-05)
This publication explains how to choose a termite control service and what control options are available for homeowners.
Protecting Elm Trees from Elm Bark Beetle on the Texas High Plains
(2001-06-27)
This publication can help you recognize and understand the development of the lesser European elm bark beetle, which threatens elm trees on the Texas High Plains. Management and prevention measures are discussed. Deciduous ...
Earwigs
(2004-08-06)
Earwigs are abundant throughout Texas and can be a nuisance when they invade homes or damage plants. This publication explains the biology and habits of earwigs and offers three ways to control them: sanitation, mechanical ...