Visual Reference Guide to Common Predators and Pests in Georgia Cotton

UGA Extension contacts:
Phillip Roberts, Melissa Thompson, Michael Toews, and Jason Schmidt

This quick reference guide provides an overview of common pests and predator groups and their sizes, habitat preferences, and timing in cotton fields. This visual guide is intended to help facilitate future scouting and provide information on common predatory arthropods in Georgia cotton systems. When growing cotton, scouting for key pests and beneficials is critical to making informed and cost effective management decisions.


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