The cotton jassid, also known as the two-spot cotton leafhopper, has spread quickly across much of Georgia’s okra and cotton-growing regions. Justin Odom University of Georgia Extension Service/TNS As ...

Georgia’s okra and cotton productions are two of the state’s top-tier agricultural commodities. In 2024, the state’s cotton output in 2024 reached approximately 2 million bales and typical commercial ...

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a breeze to grow in Southern gardens. The plant is native to Africa and well adapted to summer heat and dry weather. Plant it in full sun once the soil temperature has ...

A new invasive insect, the two spotted cotton jassid, is spreading across the Southeastern U.S. This pest damages a wide range of plants, including hibiscus, okra, eggplant, and cotton. Signs of an ...

A gardener harvest ripe tomatoes from plants. - Dulin/Getty Images As you map out and space your garden veggie plants, you've probably got a few tomato plants in your plan. The tasty and versatile ...

Worried about pests in Georgia? Here's what you need to know about bed bugs, cotton jassid, and brown recluse spiders. These pests affect homes, agricultural crops, and personal safety. 1. Georgia is ...

Indians love bhindi stir-fry, bhindi masala, kurkuri bhindi, and dahi bhindi . If you are also a fan of these dishes, utilise your balcony space by growing okra (also called ladies' finger) to begin ...

As if South Carolina doesn’t have enough invasive animals roaming around causing havoc here comes the two-spotted leafhopper, a scourge to cotton and okra. Clemson University agricultural experts ...