Managing Early Versus Late Season Insects in Limited Irrigation Cotton

Thursday, January 7, 2021: 9:45 AM
Megha N. Parajulee , Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center
Abdul Hakeem , Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Department of Entomology
Dol P. Dhakal , Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center
Suhas Vyavhare , Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Michael Toews , University of Georgia
Donna McCallister , Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Katie L. Lewis , Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center
Single and sequential infestations of thrips and Lygus were evaluated in Texas cotton under three irrigation regimes. Insects were augmented at threshold levels during the most sensitive stages of cotton for each species. Plant phenological parameters, insect damage assessment, and lint yield were measured. The summary results of 2019 and 2020 will be presented.