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The most accurate method to estimate diamondback moth population density in canola is to count larvae in several locations throughout the field, and determine the average population per unit area…
Diamondback moth
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South winds from Texas and California/Mexico have reached the Prairies, as the maps show. Winds from the south central U.S. bring aster leafhoppers (which carries aster yellows phytoplasma) and the California winds can bring diamondback moths… -
Some fields may have a variety of green worms feeding, including bertha armyworm, diamondback moth larvae, imported cabbageworm and alfalfa looper. Here's how to tell them apart… -
Before spraying for diamondback moth larvae, make sure that: 1. Large areas within the field have reached the nominal threshold of 25% or more of the leaf area lost. 2. Diamondback larvae are still present. 3. They are actively feeding. (Many diamondback moth larvae may have started to cocoon (pupate) and are no longer a threat.) 4. Newest leaves are… -
Add diamondback moth larvae to your early season scouting list. Growers cannot expect insecticide seed treatment to protect canola from diamondback moth larvae, so spraying may be necessary in some fields or parts of fields. Before spraying, make sure that: 1. Large areas within the field have reached the nominal threshold of 25% or more of the leaf area lost… -
If flea beetles are already out and on volunteers given the conditions we’ve had, as soon as it gets warm, they will be feeding more aggressively… -
Striped flea beetles seem to be more common each year, especially in the northern canola growing regions. Research suggests that a population of striped flea beetles may do more feeding on seed-treated canola prior to control than a similar population of the crucifer type, so look closely when scouting…
