Turnip (roots and tops) and rutabaga-Wireworm

Includes Ctenicera spp.

Pest description, crop damage and life history

See:

Management-biological, cultural, tactical

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Management-chemical control: HOME USE

  • azadirachtin (as a mix with pyrethrins)-Some formulations are OMRI-listed for organic use.
  • bifenthrin (often as a mix with zeta-cypermethrin).
  • cyfluthrin
  • zeta-cypermethrin

Management-chemical control: COMMERCIAL USE

  • chloropicrin (Telone)-Preplant.