Black cutworm watch
There have been some reports of black cutworms already affecting corn and soybean fields this year. Read the latest article on what to look out for.
How to Scout for Black Cutworm Populations
The delayed planting season makes it easier for pests like black cutworm to invade. Black cutworm, the most damaging cutworm species in corn, is a migratory pest that shows up in the spring with storms.
Black Cutworms Threaten Corn Stands
The threat of black cutworms is a possibility every year. These pests arrive yearly in April and May with spring storms after migrating from the South. Their damage can range from very little to severe cases of stand loss in cornfields. Midwest cornfields serve as a main hotspot for these insects.