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Managing Insect and Mite Pests of Texas Forage Crops
(2002-10-09)
This publication describes and illustrates common pests of forage crops in Texas. It discusses treatment options and pesticide application techniques as well as specific insecticides labeled to treat specific pests.
Controlling Ground Squirrel Damage
(2007-03-13)
Ground squirrels do not normally cause extensive damage in urban areas. However, they do feed on flowers and vegetables in gardens. In rural areas, they can damage cropland and pastureland extensively. Chemical, cultural ...
Managing Insect and Mite Pests of Commercial Pecans in Texas
(2004-09-21)
Biological and chemical control measures are described for 12 pecan insect and mite pests, including phylloxera, pecan nut casebearers, spider mites and others. The publication provides information about the biology of ...
Managing Insect and Mite Pests of Texas Corn
(2006-05-24)
Insect pest control procedures are discussed for each stage of crop development. The characteristics of individual pests, economic thresholds and specific recommendations for chemical control are presented, including ...
White Grubs in Texas Turfgrass
(2004-06-24)
White grubs are the larval stage of insects commonly known as May or June beetles. A few species commonly damage turfgrass and other cultivated plants. This publication includes biological and management information.
Irrigation Monitoring with Soil Water Sensors
(2007-01-19)
Monitoring soil water content is essential if growers want to optimize production, conserve water, reduce environmental impacts and save money. This publication illustrates how soil moisture monitoring can improve irrigation ...
Scale Insects on Ornamental Plants
(2000-08-21)
Scale insects damage landscape plants, shrubs and trees. This publication explains how to control scale insects economically without damaging the environment, including sampling for scale crawlers, using natural enemies ...
Soil Testing Following Flooding, Overland Flow of Wastewater and other Freshwater Disasters
(2009-05-26)
Freshwater flooding can seriously affect soil fertility and the physical and chemical properties of soil. This publication explains how to reclaim flooded soil. Having the soil tested for microbes, pesticides, hydrocarbons ...
Controlling the Pecan Nut Casebearer (Spanish)
(2001-04-11)
One of the most important nut-infesting pests of pecan is the pecan nut casebearer. This publication describes the casebearer and its seasonal cycle, and offers advice on scouting, trapping, insecticide selection, and ...
Explore the Genetic Frontier: 10 Steps to Safety: Regulating Plant Biotechnology
(2003-01-03)
Biotechnology is a tool for modifying the DNA of organisms to produce foods. Consumers need to know how these products are tested to safeguard human and animal health and the environment. This pamphlet discusses the agencies ...