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Coad Method of Boll Weevil Poisoning Studied in Texas
Texas entomology officials report field tests of the Coad Method using Calcium Arsenate dusting at dawn or dusk. Plots near Austin show infestation drops from 82% to 4% with careful timing and proper dusting, noting wind, cloud coverage, and thorough coverage of leaves and dew. Researchers describe trials at Del Valle, detail infestation counts, and urge farmers to apply under ideal conditions to protect cotton crops.
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Regord
Texas
Louisiana
Coad
Karnes City
Marcos
San
Department Agriculture
Austin
Woodard
Essen Doud
J. B. Watkins
Federal Laboratory
Tallulah
Watkins
N. Avery
del Valle