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Entomology Extension
Serving the Texas Panhandle with best practices and emerging research on invasive pests
Entomology Extension for the High Plains and Beyond
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Entomology program at Amarillo delivers the latest science-based information in addressing insect pests to producers at all scales in the High Plains and beyond.
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Faculty
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Jose Santiago-Gonzalez, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Extension Entomologist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
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Entomology Research at Amarillo
Explore the research side of addressing threats from insect vectors and pathogens across the Texas High Plains