James Robbins, Delta Research and Extension Center, Mississippi State University, MAFES, Stoneville, MS, p.o. Box 197, Stoneville, MS 38776
Field trials were conducted in 2005, 2006, and 2007 to
determine tarnished plant bug and thrips impact on
five cotton varieties. Varieties included conventional, Bollguard,
Roundup Ready, and stacked gene varieties. Insect counts were made throughout
the season and yields were taken. In 2006 highest yields were from treated
fields of DP 424 BGII/RR. The lowest yields were observed in non-treated fields
of DP555 BG/RR and DP 5415 RR. The greatest yield difference was from DP 555
BG/RRreated fields compared to DP 555 BG/RR
non-treated. The least yield difference between treated and non-treated fields
was from tests of DP 451 B/RR. These data suggest possible greater sensitivity
to plant bug injury in some cotton varieties tested than from others.