The objectives of the project were to (i) develop techniques for evaluating insecticide efficacy against solenopsis mealybug, and (ii) evaluate the efficacy of a range of insecticides that have potential to provide ef

The cotton aphid, (Aphis gossypii), is a pest of increasing concern in Australian cotton. Cotton aphid is considered a pest due to yield reduction if a heavy and persistent infestation occurs.

In recent years mirids and stinkbugs have emerged as important sucking pests in cotton. While stinkbugs are causing damage to bolls, mirids are causing damage to seedlings, squares and bolls.