August 17, 2011

Imported Cabbageworm some larva, lots of adults

Cabbageworm larva populations are quite heavy in the central corridor on the western side of Saskatchewan and unprecedented amounts of adults can be found around Elstow.  As long as there is good vegetative growth, they feed mostly on leaves and it is not usually economical to spray them.

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