Pest management has historically been closely associated with insect management. A high percentage of the cotton acreage is under IPM for insect control but much less emphasis is directed to weed control. Weeds reduce yield and quality of cotton, and when coupled with the cost of control constitute a major expenditure for producers. As we move from a prophylactic approach to weed control (emphasis placed on preplant incorporated and preemergence herbicides) to greater reliance on ‘as needed' postemergence weed management, there will be greater need for ‘weed scouts.'