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    Hunting billbugs are an occasional turfgrass pest in Texas, though their presence and impact appear to be increasing. The grasses they damage most often include bermudagrass and zoysiagrass turf, but...
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    Southern chinch bugs are common pests of St. Augustinegrass in the southern United States and often cause significant damage (Fig. 2) to turf during the summer months. While St. Augustinegrass...
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    Prionus root borers are an unexpected pest that can potentially plague and damage pecan trees, particularly in East Texas. This publication discusses the signs of infestation and physical characteristics of...
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    Publication Information Whiteflies are a pest of many horticultural crops. Learn about the major pest species of whiteflies, how to identify them, their life cycles, their damage to host plants,...
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    Publication Information Landowners in Texas border regions are seeing increasing numbers of trespassers on their land. A common concern is property damage to gates, fences, growing crops, pastures, stolen property,...
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    Publication Information In 2024, the corn leafhopper has become a serious pest for corn in Texas. This invasive insect can cause a lot of damage and spread diseases. To help...
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    ...assess crop injury. Knowing when and where to scout for damage, what symptoms to look for, and how to manage an injured crop is critical in evaluating damaged wheat. (11...
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    ...to determine whether a storm-damaged tree can be saved. If the damage is not severe, most trees will recover in time. Helpful illustrations depict different levels of damage. (2 Pages)...
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    ...invasive species that has dramatically increased their range in recent decades. These animals cause damage to native wildlife, natural resources, agricultural operations, and human habitations. With conflicts between humans and...
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    The desert termite is one of the most common species in western Texas. Desert termites do not damage structures and rarely harm rangeland, crops, or turfgrass. This publication describes the...