Common crops affected
Why it matters
They can destroy stands of seedlings and strip foliage fast, so early larval control prevents the worst losses.
When it appears
Warm season; cutworm damage at establishment, armyworm flushes later.
How to identify it
- Seedlings cut off at the soil line (cutworms)
- Ragged defoliation and chewed leaves
- Caterpillars and frass on or under plants
How to manage it
- Scout at dusk; clear weedy harbourage.
- Apply Larva Control at the start of larval activity; rotate with Larva BioControl.
Recommended Vegalab program
| Role | Product | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Primary control | Larva Control | Broad-spectrum natural larvicide |
| Rotation partner | Larva BioControl | Biological larvicide |
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