Agrilife Extension Resources

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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    This online course for Texas Master Beekeepers tracks the progress of program participants as they advance through the levels: Apprentice, Advanced, Master, and Master Craftsman. Participants use this tracking portal to upload certificates from online courses, log public service hours and major or core credits, and communicate with the TMBP board.

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    Explore how to start a beehive with this online beekeeping course for beginners. Learn how to start a beehive, honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment needed and more.

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    This online course is designed for landowners and pesticide applicators who are looking for techniques to control pond algae and floating aquatic plants, commonly known as pond weeds or pond grass. This course offers 1 hour of IPM CEU credit.

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    Do you know how to apply IPM principles to your school garden as required by Texas state law? After this course, learners will know how IPM principles apply to school gardens, differentiate between harmful and beneficial insects, and more. District School IPM Coordinators can use this module as part of their education plan.

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    This introductory course is for School district administrators, animal control specialists, code enforcement agents, and pest management professionals. This course offers SPCS-TDA license holders 1 Pest CEU toward annual license renewal.

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    This online course will provide an overview and in-depth knowledge of mosquitoes
    of Texas, the diseases they carry, and how to properly manage them.

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    This course is designed for landowners and pesticide applicators who are looking for aquatic vegetation management techniques or CEUs. During this course, you will learn why aquatic vegetation is problematic, how to manage it, prevention methods, and effective forms of control and mode of action.

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    This course is for new or veteran school IPM coordinators, school administrators, and others who need to understand the Texas school IPM requirements.

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    This introductory course will teach you to connect ant behavior and treatment methods, identify different species, perform ant treatments, and solve problems using IPM practices. In Texas, this course is approved for one hour of General-Pest Features category CEU credit.

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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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