Angus Catchot1, G. M. Lorenz2, and John Long1. (1) Mississippi State University, Mississippi State University, Clay Lyle Building, Starkville, MS 39762, (2) Univ. of Arkansas CES, P.O. Box 391, 2301 S. University Ave., Little Rock, AR 72203
Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae)Koch were a severe problem in Mississippi cotton in 2005. Traditionally, spider mites are a "cut-out" type pest in Mississippi but in 2005 problems started as early as the 1-leaf stage in some areas of the state. The first outbreaks originated in the south delta and spread north as the season progressed. The hot dry condtions in June and July allowed populations to build and spread across whole fields in a matter of days. It is estimated that approximately 300,000 acres were treated for spider mites during the 2005 season in Mississippi.
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