Bugs by the Yard

Bugs by the Yard

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Bugs by the Yard episodes

  • New world screwworm

    The new world screwworm has been in the news A LOT lately. This episode we're joined by Dr. Sonja Swiger to discuss what you need to know to protect yourselves, companion animals, and livestock.

    Resources:

    https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/new-world-screwworm

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    47 min
  • Green lacewings

    Green lacewing larvae are voracious predators and can be very beneficial in helping to manage other insects in the garden and landscape. This episode, we discuss how to identify green lacewings in their various stages and talk about why you want them around.

    https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/green-lacewing/

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    21 min
  • Legume plant pests

    Legume crops are beans and peas, but also many wildflower species (think bluebonnets!).

    Learn the other insects you may find on your legume crops, when to treat, how to treat, and how to avoid treating!

    Fall Vegetable Planting Guide: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/fall-vegetable-gardening-guide/01t4x000004OfitAAC

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    34 min
  • Squash Vine Borers

    Squash vine borers can be a major pain for gardeners. There isn't much you can do about them, but here are some suggestions.

    Mentioned during the podcast, Kaolin Clay:

    https://youtu.be/ZfmAm74Of6o?si=xBsj35HdAd8KGk8v

    https://youtu.be/plsFdgvvc8s?si=UYtKXscyxJA4DQU0

    https://youtu.be/V_oU5U9rSlU?si=daI8B6XTblqNzzSS

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    26 min
  • Cucurbit pests

    Cucurbit crops are those veggies in the Cucurbitaceae family, or gourd family. This family includes squash, zucchini, pumpkins, cucumbers, watermelon, other melons and others.

    Learn the insects you may find on your cucurbits, when to treat, how to treat, and how to avoid treating!

    Cucurbit insects from Aggie Horticulture

    https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/vegetable/problem-solvers/cucurbit-problem-solver/cucurbit-insects/

    Fall Vegetable Planting Guide: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/fall-vegetable-gardening-guide/01t4x000004OfitAAC

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    38 min
  • Cole crop insects part 2

    Cole crops are those veggies in the Brassica family - mustards, cabbage, broccoli, kale, lettuce, cauliflower and others.

    They are generally grown during cooler weather and can have a number of insect issues. Learn the other insects you may find on your cole crops, when to treat, how to treat, and how to avoid treating!

    Fall Vegetable Planting Guide: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/fall-vegetable-gardening-guide/01t4x000004OfitAAC

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    29 min
  • Cole Crop Pests - Caterpillars

    Cole crops are those veggies in the Brassica family - mustards, cabbage, broccoli, kale, lettuce, cauliflower and others.

    They are generally grown during cooler weather and can have a number of insect issues. Learn the common caterpillars you may find on your cole crops, when to treat, how to treat, and how to avoid treating!0

    Fall Vegetable Planting Guide: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/fall-vegetable-gardening-guide/01t4x000004OfitAAC

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    31 min
  • Stocking stuffers for bug lovers

    With our final episode of 2025, we talk about ideas for stocking stuffers for the bug lover in your life. Links below are provided as a springboard for ideas, not as an endorsement for any particular product.

    Jeweler's loupe

    https://rb.gy/9ue88a

    Insect collecting containers

    https://shorturl.at/GLbro

    https://shorturl.at/iCSle

    Craig Tracy Art

    https://www.craigtracy.com/

    Quick Reference Publishing Guides

    https://www.quickreferencepublishing.com/

    Insect Lego

    https://shorturl.at/Sp6OP

    Honey sticks

    https://www.glorybee.com/honey/honeystix

    Wildflower Seeds

    https://seedsource.com/search.php?search_query=pollinator

    Insect tree ornaments

    https://h7.cl/1jIEv

    Brass/ metal decorative insects

    https://shorturl.at/ygbB9

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles

    14 min

About Bugs by the Yard

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Learn about insects that occur in urban backyards and gardens of Texas; whether they be pests, beneficials, or really fascinating! This podcast is presented by Molly Keck and Wizzie Brown via the Department of Entomology with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.