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Honey Bees In and Around Buildings
(2005-04-25)
Wasps are more often a problem around homes than honey bees, but bees do sometimes swarm or build nests near homes, or even in the walls of homes and other structures. This publication explains how to identify and manage ...
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.
Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control
(2005-10-17)
This guide addresses common questions from both consumers and professional pesticide applicators about using broadcast baits to control fire ants. It covers bait basics, treatment method choices, applicator and environmental ...
Controlling the Pecan Weevil
(2005-04-05)
The pecan weevil is a key pest of pecan in portions of Texas. This publication discusses the biology of the pest and how to use integrated pest management practices for control. Photographs illustrate adult and larval ...
Controlling the Pecan Nut Casebearer
(2005-03-31)
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 ...
Take-All Root Rot of Turfgrass
(2005-04-21)
Take-all root rot (patch) is a serious disease caused by a soil-borne fungus. This leaflet covers symptoms and diagnosis, disease cycle, cultural disease management and fungicides.
Homeowner's Guide to Pests of Peaches, Plums and Pecans
(2005-05-17)
To deal with insect and disease problems on peaches, plums and pecans, it is necessary to understand the life cycles of pests and diseases. Pesticide safety instructions and spray equipment also are discussed, and spray ...
Chiggers
(2005-11-04)
This publication explains how to identify and avoid chiggers and treat chigger bites.