Latest News About Plant Bugs

Updated 2026-05-09 01:01

I don’t have live updates in front of me right now. Here’s what’s generally considered “latest” on Plant bugs and where to look for fresh news:

Common themes today: emergence of new plant bug species affecting major crops, updates on monitoring and management tools (traps, pheromones, biocontrol), and regional outbreaks in row crops like cotton, corn, and soybeans.
Where to check for fresh information: reputable extension services (state universities), crop protection companies’ news pages, and specialized plant health blogs that post weekly or monthly updates.

If you’d like, I can help you:

Narrow to a specific crop and region (e.g., Dallas/Fort Worth area, cotton or soybeans).
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Sources

Plant Bug Infestations Higher than Normal in 2023 by Dr. Roberts

Plant bug insecticides which also have activity on aphids include Transform, Centric, and imidacloprid. Transform is the most consistent performer on both plant bugs and aphids and is relatively “soft” on beneficial insects. Centric also provides good control of both plant bugs and aphids but is less consistent, especially on aphids.

site.extension.uga.edu

Bugs - Biocontrol, Damage and Life Cycle - Koppert

Bugs can cause severe damage to plants. Learn more about bug damage, different species and biological solutions to get rid of bugs.

www.koppert.com

Tarnished Plant Bug | Insects | Illinois Extension | UIUC

Tarnished plant bug aren't picky eaters. They feed on fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. Tarnished plant bugs are spindly legged, small insects, both as

extension.illinois.edu

Squaring Off with Plant Bugs - Bayer Crop Science

Plant bug damage in cotton can lead to reduced yield potential. Regular and thorough scouting for plant bugs coupled with timely decisions can help protect yield potential.

www.cropscience.bayer.us

crop pests Archives – Page 4 of 11 - PlantwisePlus Blog

We’ve selected a few of the latest new geographic, host and species records for plant pests and diseases from CAB Abstracts. Records this fortnight include the first report of Tomato spotted wilt virus of potato in Korea, Iphimeis dives (Crysomelidae) beetle occurrence in beans in the western Parana State of Brazil and the first report of…## Update: New Pest & Disease Records (23 Dec 15) We’ve selected a few of the latest new geographic, host and species records for plant pests and diseases...

blog.plantwise.org

Researchers Target Clouded Plant Bug Threatening Tennessee Crops

Researchers with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture are studying the clouded plant bug, which causes millions of dollars in damage to crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton growing across the state.