Greg Abbott is requesting the formation of a specialized task force, led by Texas A&M AgriLife experts, to protect citizens, agriculture and honey bees if the insect arrives. RELATED: ’Murder Hornets’ are in US; Can the insects possibly migrate to San Antonio or South Texas? Crops rely on honey bees and other insects for pollination and crop yields would greatly suffer without them. Customs and Border Protection staff will also be trained to detect the Asian giant hornet and surveillance will be increased for incoming containers. The team will also assist with mitigation efforts to protect Texas honey bee populations.