Contents tagged with caterpillars

11 May 2021

Pest insects in brassica crops: caterpillars

Caterpillars can cause damage to brassicas by feeding and can also be contaminants ‒ find out more.

15 August 2022

Caterpillar pests of bedding and pot plants

Read about the management of caterpillar pests on bedding and pot plants

27 July 2022

Pest insects infesting lettuce crops

This manual takes a closer look at aphids and caterpillars whilst also trying to tackle minor pests such as thrips, wireworms and leatherjackets. Finally the chemical control options are assessed alongside a whole crop IPM strategy.