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Insect pest management in cabbage - Russell Labs Site Hosting

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Cabbage Maggot ManagementCultural– Rotate crop away from overw<strong>in</strong>ter<strong>in</strong>g site (1/4-1/2 mile)– Prevent egg lay<strong>in</strong>g with barrier, row cover– Predict egg lay<strong>in</strong>g with heat units (300 HU with 43˚F base)– Plant early or late to avoid eggs = fly free periodsBiological– Some egg predation by beetlesChemical– At-plant drench and broadcast applications– Experimental seed treatments <strong>in</strong> review (e.g sp<strong>in</strong>osad)

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