Websites on Pests and Diseases: Army Cutworm Information on Euxoa auxiliaris, which attacks many crops, its life cycle, assessing the damage caused and possible management strategies. Diseases Information on about 20 diseases that affect cereal and other crops, with for each, a general description and photograph of the symptoms, and advice on control measures. Fall Armyworm: Spodoptera frugiperda Photographs and information on the life cycle of this pest, its description, host plants, damage caused, natural enemies and management using insecticides and biological controls. A Guide to Grasshopper Control in Cropland Article discussing the damage these insects can do, their life cycle and how to determine when control is required and what chemical to use. Insects that Attack Seeds and Seedlings of Field Crops Illustrated information on seedcorn beetles, seedcorn maggots, thief ants, wireworms, white grubs, cornfield ants and corn root aphids. [PDF] Leafhoppers: Empoasca fabae A description of these pests, with photographs, and information on the damage they cause, their life cycle and control. Redbacked Cutworm Information on Euxoa ochrogaster, which attacks many different crops, its life cycle, assessing the damage caused and possible management strategies. Symphylans: Soil Pest Management Options Describes the symphylan life cycle and the damage symphylans can cause and includes monitoring techniques and sustainable management options to prevent economic damage. Wireworms Provides details of the biology and life cycle of the click beetle and the development, feeding habits and monitoring of its destructive larvae. [PDF]
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