Insects, Pests & Diseases

We have a wide range of information, publications and specialists that cover an array of questions related to insects, pests and diseases. Topics run the gamut from beneficial and pest insect identification to integrated pest management regimens and protection from vector-borne diseases.

Related Departments: Entomology, Plant Pathology and Microbiology

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Publications

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Bacterial leaf streak, or black chaff, is a bacterial disease that can affect small grains, limiting production yields. This publication discusses how to identify symptoms of black chaff and control it. (4 pages)

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Avian Influenza is very easy to spread on clothing and through human contact. This publication covers the guidelines recommended for preventing the spread of this disease.

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This publication will teach you about pest control.

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Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
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The Plant Pathology (PLPM) Extension program provides services across Texas through subject-matter specialists in areas of plant health management, plant diseases, plant-microbe interactions and environmental sciences.

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Pesticide applicator certification standards are set to ensure that restricted pesticides are available to those who protect food, forage, structures, health, water, rights-of-way, and landscapes.

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In the Natural Resources project area, youth gain knowledge and experience in a variety of outdoor topic areas such as water conservation, outdoor living skills, forestry, fishing, and more. Young Texans involved in these projects are introduced to a vast array of educational and fun opportunities to be immersed in the world around them.

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Courses

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This four-course aquatic vegetation series provides landowners and pesticide applicators biological information for submerged, algae, floating, and emergent species of problematic aquatic plants found in Texas.

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Are you interested in learning about plant diseases and how to detect pathogens and pests? This online course introduces plant pathology basics to horticulture enthusiasts. Upon completion, learners will know how to identify issues based on visible symptoms and locate the resources to treat basic plant ailments.

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Stink bugs are a nuisance pest for gardens, landscapes, and orchards. Learn how to identify this new invasive stink bug species that has been devastating orchards, gardens, and small acreage farms across the Eastern United States. Learn how to scout this pest as well as how to differentiate it from other similar looking pests.

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    This publication explains how to protect yourself when you must return to flooded structures or deal with storm debris.

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    Los mosquitos y otros insectos pueden ser un problema despues de una tormenta. Los mosquitos se reproducen en areas inundadas donde hay agua estancada. Esta publicacion ofrece consejos sobre el uso de repelentes de insectos para ayudarlo a protegerse de las picaduras de insectos. (2 paginas)

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    Biosecurity in the beef cattle industry involves understanding disease transmission, and animal immunity, then establishing a sound program for disease prevention. This publication explains general biosecurity practices. (3 pages)

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    La bioseguridad en la industria del ganado vacuno implica comprender la transmision de enfermedades y la inmunidad animal, y luego establecer un programa solido para la prevencion de enfermedades. Esta publicacion explica las practicas generales de bioseguridad. (4 paginas)

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    Protecting a swine herd from disease involves understanding how diseases are transmitted and establishing a sound program of vaccination and general biosecurity practices. (2 pages)

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    Proteger una piara de cerdos de enfermedades implica comprender como se transmiten las enfermedades y establecer un programa solido de vacunacion y practicas generales de bioseguridad. (3 paginas)

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    This publication explains how diseases are transmitted and how dairy producers can establish prevention programs with proper biosecurity practices. Tables list common diseases of dairy cattle and ways they are treated. (7 pages)

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    Esta publicacion explica como se transmiten las enfermedades y como los productores lecheros pueden establecer programas de prevencion con practicas adecuadas de bioseguridad. Las tablas enumeran las enfermedades comunes del ganado lechero y las formas en que se tratan. (8 paginas)

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    Horse owners know the importance of protecting their animals from disease. This publication explains how diseases are transmitted and how horses can be protected by establishing a core vaccination and a risk-based vaccination program. (8 pages)

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    Horse owners know the importance of protecting their animals from disease. This publication explains how diseases are transmitted and how horses can be protected by establishing a core vaccination and a risk-based vaccination program. (10 pages)

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