Insects : publication
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 1A, Agricultural Plant Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Learn about common ants in Missouri, their nesting habits, and how to manage infestations in homes and outdoor spaces.
Learn how to identify and control aphids, scales, and mites to protect your garden plants from damage and common pest-related issues.
Learn to identify common bees and wasps in Missouri, understand their nesting habits, and get tips on managing their presence safely.
This publication provides insights into the biology and ecology of the corn leafhopper, corn stunt pathogens, and scouting and management.
Boxelder bugs are black and red insects that may enter homes in fall. They don't cause damage but can be a nuisance. Control includes sealing entry points and removing host trees.
Guidance on accurately calibrating sprayers and spreaders for effective turf pest control on athletic fields and golf courses.
Richard M. HousemanDepartment of Entomology
Learn how to use cover crops for grazing in Missouri, including species selection, management tips, and economic considerations.
Learn to identify and manage carpet beetles and clothes moths that damage fabrics, furs, and carpets in Missouri homes.
Caterpillars are some of the most easily observed insects in backyards and gardens. Learn to identify them so you will know what type of butterflies or moths they will turn into.
Clover mites invade homes in spring and fall, feeding on plants. They don’t bite but can stain surfaces. Seal cracks to prevent infestations.
Cockroaches are flat, quick-moving insects that are active at night. Visit our website today to learn more about cockroaches.
The publication provides comprehensive information on managing elm leaf beetles, including their life cycle, symptoms of infestation, and effective control measures.
There are about 30 species of fleas in Missouri and many pose a health risk to pets and humans. Visit our site today to learn more about fleas.
Discover essential guidelines for profitable tomato production in Missouri, including site selection, soil improvement, and marketing strategies
This guide provides seasonal spray schedules for common fruits, helping homeowners manage pests and diseases for healthier harvests.
Crickets can enter homes through gaps and cracks, causing damage to fabrics and becoming a nuisance.
Household flies can pose health risks. Identifying and controlling species like house, fruit, and phorid flies helps reduce infestations.
This publication provides detailed information on the identification, life cycle, and health implications of head, body, and crab lice.
Learn how to attract and conserve beneficial insects in gardens and crops to control pests naturally, boosting plant health and biodiversity.
Bruce A. Barrett
Entomology State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences
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Learn about insect borers that affect fruit trees, including their biology, the damage they cause, and effective control methods to protect your orchard.
This guide identifies common pantry pests, their habits, and control methods to protect stored foods from infestation.
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Chapter 12 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
David Trinklein
Division of Plant Sciences
Learn safe methods for washing clothing contaminated with pesticides to protect yourself, your family, and the environment.
Learn safe and effective ways to manage indoor plant pests using natural, mechanical, and low-toxicity treatments that protect both plants and the environment
Bruce A. Barrett
Division of Plant Sciences
Learn the latest pest management recommendations for commercial tree fruit, small fruit, and grape producers in the Midwest in this guide.
Check out this annual guide for a summary of currently suggested vegetable varieties, seeding rates, fertilizer rates, weed control, insect control, and disease control measures for commercial growers.
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Learn to grow and give back. The Missouri Master Gardener Program trains volunteers in research-based, sustainable home horticulture.
Learn how mosquitoes live, breed, and spread disease, plus safe methods for controlling them around your home and environment.
Bruce Barrett and Wayne BaileyDepartment of Entomology
Learn about various insects and mites that occasionally bite humans, including bed bugs, bat bugs, bird and rodent mites, and their control methods.
Revised by Sanjun Gu
State Vegetable Specialist
Lincoln University Cooperative Extension
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 3, Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Periodical cicadas emerge in Missouri every 13 or 17 years. Adults live 5–6 weeks and sing loudly to attract mates.
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
David E. BakerDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringThe great variety of pesticides used in America's agricultural production system presents varying degrees of hazard. These products were made to alter life cycles of living pest organisms, and many of these products are dangerous to people if not…
Find pesticide dilution guidelines for farm and home use, including calculations for different concentrations and spray volumes.
Pesticide poisoning is a commonly under-diagnosed illness. Visit our website to learn about pesticide poisoning symptoms and first aid.
MU Institute for Continental Climate Viticulture and Enology
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Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
Control silverfish and firebrats by lowering humidity, sealing entry points, and removing starchy materials they feed on.
Learn about sowbugs and pillbugs, their biology, habitats, and effective management strategies to prevent home infestations.
Springtails are tiny, wingless creatures that thrive in moist environments, feeding on decaying matter and indicating healthy soil.
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Bruce A. Barrett
Department of Entomology
Learn what ticks live in the Midwest, diseases they carry, and how to prevent them.
Learn to identify common insect and mite infestation on nearly 100 trees and shrubs and their potential treatments with the help of the University of Missouri Extension publication.
The invasive Asian longhorned beetle can destroy millions of acres of hardwoods. Learn how to stop the spread and why it is vital to keep it out of Missouri.
Emerald ash borer is an invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills ash trees. Learn the signs, symptoms and management and how to slow the spread.
Gypsy moth is a destructive, exotic forest pest found throughout the northeast and parts of the upper Midwest. Learn how to identify it and slow the spread.
Learn to manage turfgrass insect pests through integrated pest management, combining cultural practices with minimal pesticide use.
Twig Girdler and Twig Pruner are long-horned beetle species that attack numerous types of valuable trees. Visit our website to learn more.
Fred FishelDepartment of AgronomyPaul AndreMissouri Department of Agriculture
Learn how to interpret pesticide labels for safe application and compliance with regulations.
Brad Fresenburg
Coordinator of Pesticide Programs
Melissa May
Missouri Department of Agriculture
James Quinn
Horticulture Extension Specialist
David Trinklein
Division of Plant Sciences
Raymond A. Cloyd
Ornamental Entomology/Integrated Pest Management
Kansas State University
Learn to identify and manage wood-boring beetles that damage wooden structures. This guide covers beetle types, damage signs, and control methods.