Pesticides & Pest Management
We have a number of resources, fact sheets and publications to guide homeowners and professional applicators in the use of pesticides for pest management. From choosing the correct product to understanding its safety and storage needs, our specialists and educational resources are here to help.
Related Departments: Entomology

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Emerald ash borers are killing millions of ash trees across North America fast! Our online course teaches you how to identify the emerald ash borer, use effective treatments, and save ash trees in your community. Enroll today!
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This online course will provide an overview and in-depth knowledge of mosquitoes
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Publication Information Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying, they can spread serious diseases to humans and animals. Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Transmit is a science-based, X-page guide designed to give you the facts and the tools to protect your home and animals. It covers mosquito biology, the diseases they spread in Texas, and proven ways to […]
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This course is for anyone wanting to learn how pests in Texas and the Southern United States invade our homes. It helps the learner understand how to prevent and/or manage common household pests without the use of pesticides by using different control tactics. What are the most common pests and how do you prevent them from moving inside with you? Even if you live in an apartment, this lesson will help you keep your home pest and pesticide free!
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This online course will enable cotton growers and pesticide applicators to identify signs of infestation of common insect pests.
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Stay compliant with Texas school IPM laws with this course. Learn how to build smarter IPM plans, meet TDA compliance standards, and earn 1 CEU hour with this online refresher. This course is for new or veteran school IPM coordinators, school administrators, and others seeking to understand the Texas school IPM requirements. Enroll today!
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This online course will teach you how to check for bed bugs, what they look like, how to get rid of bed bugs, and modern treatment options.
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Do you know what to do if you have a bat encounter in your building? Bats are a high-risk animal group for transmitting rabies. Participants will learn the principles behind preventing or excluding colony establishment within buildings.
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This fact sheet outlines Bt (transgenic) corn Insect Resistance Management strategies and requirements for Texas corn growers.
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This fact sheet provides a brief set of information regarding biology, damage, identification, scouting, and management options.