Twig girdler and twig pruner (2012)

Small branches accumulating on the ground and the presence of clean-cut twigs, and in some cases dangling (flagged) branch tips within a tree, indicate the presence of beetle pests referred to as twig girdlers and twig pruners. Both of these long-horned beetle species (Cerambycidae) attack numerous types of shade, nut and fruit trees. Heavily damaged trees appear ragged and unattractive, and young trees can become deformed by repeated attacksNew 2/95; Reviewed 1/12/1M

Submitting insect and mite specimens for identification (1993)

Reviewed October 1, 1993

Insect and mite pest of apples (2001)

"New 4/01/5M.""This publication is part of a series of IPM Manuals prepared by the Plant Protection Programs of the University of Missouri. Topics covered in the series include an introduction to scouting, weed identification and management, plant diseases, and insects of field and horticultural crops. These IPM Manuals are available from MU Extension at the following address : Extension Publications 2800 Maguire Blvd. Columbia, MO 65211 1-800-292-0969.""Plant protection programs : College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.""Integrated pest management.

Managing whiteflies on indoor and outdoor plants (2012)

Whiteflies are closely related to aphids, mealybugs and scale, all of which feed by sucking sap from plants. Whiteflies can be found on the undersides of leaves and are active during the daytime when the temperature is warm. When a heavily infested plant is disturbed, white clouds of winged adults fly into the air. Some species of whiteflies can become serious pests of certain vegetable crops, greenhouse plants or ornamental plants. Two of the most important species are the greenhouse whitefly, Trialeurodes vaporariorum, and the sweet potato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci. In colder climates, whiteflies die outdoors, but in warmer climates, as well as indoors and in greenhouses, they can reproduce throughout the year with several overlapping generations.New 8/94; Revised 6/10; Reprinted 1/12/1M

Insect defoliators of Missouri trees : colony feeders (2008)

"MU guide. Agricultural. Home and garden."New 2/91, Reviewed and reprinted 6/08/5

Parasitic worms of insects (2010)

New 8/93; Reviewed 1/05; Reviewed 5/10/1M

Parasitic worms of insects (2016)

Original authors: Bruce A. Barrett and Darryl Sanders.Covers: Horsehair worms and Mermithid nematodes

Least-toxic control methods to manage indoor plant pests

"This publication discusses some of the least-toxic control options you can use for pests of houseplants, home greenhouses and interior plantscapes. Many of these tactics are recommended for homeowners who want to manage pests without using broad-spectrum synthetic pesticides. For more detailed information, please refer to the references at the end of this publication."--Page 1.Bruce A. Barrett (Department of Entomology)Includes bibliographical reference

Twig girdler and twig pruner

"Small branches accumulating on the ground and the presence of clean-cut twigs, and in some cases dangling (flagged) branch tips within a tree, indicate the presence of beetle pests referred to as twig girdlers and twig pruners. Both of these long-horned beetle species (Cerambycidae) attack numerous types of shade, nut and fruit trees. Heavily damaged trees appear ragged and unattractive, and young trees can become deformed by repeated attacks."--Page 1.Bruce A. Barrett (Department of Entomology)New 2/95; Reviewed 1/12/1M.Includes bibliographical reference

Fruit spray schedules for the homeowner (2014)

New 3/66; Revised 8/14/800