Corn Leafhopper and the Red Stunt Disease Complex

November 2025 | 41 min., 16 sec.
by David Kerns
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
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Summary

​This presentation describes the corn leafhopper and its hosts and optimal environmental conditions. Bacterial and viral causes of red stunt disease complex are discussed. Symptoms and scouting are described, and disease management options are reviewed, including seed treatments and foliar insecticides. A new cotton pest, the cotton jassid is described, and scouting and insecticide options are reviewed.

About the Presenter

David Kerns David Kerns is a professor in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University. He has an administrative role, serving as the associate department head and statewide IPM coordinator, and a research–Extension role, focusing on developing IPM programs in row crops, including cotton, corn, grain sorghum, and soybean. David received a B.S. degree in entomology from Texas A&M University, an M.S. degree in entomology from Oklahoma State University, and a Ph.D. degree in entomology from Auburn University.



Contact Information:
Email: dlkerns@tamu.edu

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