Publications

Bermuda Grass Stem Maggot:  This publication details the biology of the bermuda grass stem maggot and outlines sampling plans and treatment options for this recently emerging pest in Texas.Bermudagrass-Stem-Maggot-Agents-Handout-2019

Managing Insect Pests of Texas Forage Crops (August 2017)   This is a 28 page bulletin that reviews biology and management of insects on forage crops. It categories insects by when they occur on forage. The bulletin also includes management recommendations.

2017 Bermuda Grass Stem Maggot Update and Fall Armyworm:   First we briefly discuss the fall armyworm and treatment options, then we give an update on the pest status of this species, how to manage it and what types of pesticides have worked best for this region of Texas. https://agrilife.org/sca/files/2017/06/2017-Matagorda-Bay-City-Bermudagrass-stem-maggot.pdf