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Best Management Practices for Plant Bugs in Midsouth Cotton
plant bugs on cotton

Plant bugs have become a very serious insect pest of cotton in the Midsouth. Control is often difficult because of high population densities and resistance. Follow these best management practices to help reduce the cost of plant bug control. (PDF Format Only)

Aphids on Cotton
Aphids on Cotton

Correct identification of aphids and knowledge of aphid habits are necessary so insecticides to control them will be directed at the proper species at the proper time. (PDF Format Only)

Cutworms in Cotton
Cutworms in Cotton

Cutworms are early-season pests that damage cotton by reducing plant stand densities below optimum levels. Damage generally occurs in poorly drained areas where winter vegetation is still present. This publication includes information on biology, field habits, control, and the description and field identification for the various types of cutworms.