Entomology

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A lab technician inspects cotton seedlings in a lab.
April 16, 2026

Tweaking plant cholesterol precursors could protect cotton

AgriLife Research team uses gene editing to exploit biological weaknesses in plant-feeding insects

A group of three people hug while others stand and sit arond them
April 13, 2026

70th annual Convocation celebrates Agriculture and Life Sciences students

Honorees recognized for leadership, scholarship and service at milestone ceremony

A queen bee marked with white paste for clear identification among thousands of bees in a colony.
April 9, 2026

Saving the queen: Scientists study bee reproduction to strengthen colonies

Texas A&M AgriLife exploreshow environmental pressures disrupt the biology of honey bee colonies

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
April 3, 2026

Entomologist Scotty Yang brings invasive insect expertise to Texas A&M

New researcher, educator advances science-based pest management in Texas

Jars of fresh honey.
March 31, 2026

Texas beekeepers navigate a mixed honey harvest

Texas Crop and Weather - March 31, 2026

Beekeeper inspects a panel from a hive.
March 31, 2026

AgriLife Extension to host Beekeeping Field Days in April and May

In-person events across Texas offer hands-on instruction for beginners and experienced beekeepers

A cow chewing on grass.
March 24, 2026

Producers invited to beef cattle and forage field day in Overton on April 9

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share science-based strategies for pasture, herd management

a livestock pen scene with cattle and blue skies
March 19, 2026

Producer preparedness critical as New World screwworms approach

AgriLife Extension experts offer advice on planning, preparing and monitoring

a cowboy on a horse in dry rangeland with cattle herd
March 18, 2026

Ranch Management University set for April 13-17 in College Station

Intensive training gives new ranchers practical skills for managing profitable operations

Pecan harvest
March 16, 2026

Pecan field day slated for April 7 in Waco

AgriLife Extension event to cover variety selection, orchard pest management and grafting topics

Two fire ants gathering a kernel of bait.
March 10, 2026

How to get rid of fire ants: Expert tips that work

Science-backed fire ant treatments to protect lawns, gardens and pastures

A line of people swaying. There is a screen projection behind them that says Welcome to AGLS on Tour in San Antonio
March 4, 2026

Statewide tour inspires future Texas A&M agriculture and life sciences students

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences connects Texans with education, scholarships, career opportunities 

pasture mealybugs on a crop
February 25, 2026

Virtual pesticide continuing education units program slated for March 6

AgriLife Extension webinar open to applicators across the state

A close-up of a New World screwworm fly.
February 24, 2026

AgriLife Extension publishes human, pet fact sheets on New World screwworm

New resources expand education on potential risks

John Deere tractor in field
February 12, 2026

Continuing education unit conference set for Feb.26 in Comanche  

Black flies on a net
February 11, 2026

Reclaiming harsh habitats with black soldier fly larvae

Collaborative research supported by the WoodNext Foundation aims to autonomize rehabilitation of extreme environments

Bales of hay in a Texas field.
February 10, 2026

South Central Texas Ag Conference set for Feb. 25 in Hempstead

Five continuing education units offered, drone demonstration among program highlights

Cotton jassid nymph.
February 10, 2026

AgriLife Extension shares cotton jassid guidance for green industry

Fact sheet targets invasive insect threat to Texas’ ornamental, nursery industry

the outside walkway at a independent school district.
February 6, 2026

AgriLife Extension offers school pest management trainings statewide

New charter school requirements drive expanded 2026 schedule from Feb. 12 through May 7

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
January 30, 2026

Santana tackles damaging pests as new Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist in Weslaco

Researcher brings global perspective to integrated pest management in South Texas