Bugs and Insects

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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

Two individuals preparing to release a butterfly
April 13, 2026

Hullabloom Fest set for April 18 at The Gardens at Texas A&M

Guests can enjoy hands-on activities and blooming seasonal displays

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 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

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 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

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

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

Black soldier fly larvae in a person's cupped hands.
January 22, 2026

New technology solves production bottleneck for black soldier fly larvae

Patented units deliver reliable, long-term room-temperature black solider fly larvae reserves

New World Screwworm specimen on a pin
January 16, 2026

Texas A&M AgriLife’s year of impact: Top stories of 2025

A year of research, education and service to Texas and beyond

fluffy white cotton on brown plants
January 14, 2026

Southwest Cotton Physiology Conference set Feb. 10-12 in Lubbock

Texas A&M AgriLife to host in conjunction with Kansas and Oklahoma universities

cattle in a field
December 3, 2025

Data modeling drives Texas A&M war on cattle ticks

Precision tick location tech boosts effort to protect U.S. beef supply

A monarch butterfly.
November 12, 2025

Research maps monarch migration along Texas highways

Texas A&M scientists study how roads, wind and conservation affect one of nature’s most extraordinary journeys

an aerial view of a forest with a large section of it turned red and orange after southern pine beetle infestations caused the green trees to begin to die off
November 3, 2025

Cost-share program available to help prevent southern pine beetle threats

Texas A&M Forest Service offers landowners technical and financial assistance

A beekeeper opens up a bee box.
October 28, 2025

Sweet comeback for Texas honey harvest  

Summer rains help honey production despite hive losses

Two hands holding a bunch of discolored rice stalks
October 15, 2025

AgriLife Research leads rice delphacid and hoja blanca virus studies

Scientists mapping pest behavior, identifying viral drivers and shaping new producer guidance for 2026 planting