Texas A&M Department of Entomology's Wizzie Brown has advised residents to prepare for increased insect activity as temperatures rise. While some pests require professional management if they enter a home, the majority of insects seen in local landscapes are beneficial decomposers and pollinators. Brown suggests that homeowners should monitor their property closely and contact a pest management professional if they find significant activity. Additionally, Brown has launched her "Bugs by the Yard" podcast series, focusing on pests found in vegetable gardens.