Efficacy of Foliar and Preventive Insecticides towards Thrips in the Texas High Plains

Curative foliar and at planting insecticides were evaluated for their efficacy towards thrips in the Texas High Plains.  Among all treatments, Temik at 3.5 lbs/acre provided the best and longest control, lasting 24-30 days whereas the seed treatment Avicta Complete Cotton provided about 18-21 days of control.  Among the foliar products evaluated, Orthene was most efficacious followed by Dimethoate.  Neither Sprayable Sulfur nor Carbine consistently provided adequate control.