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Vegetable IPM Update 10/05/22
Note: This IPM Update is the final scheduled one of the season. Specific updates will be published as necessary.
Sweet Corn
Corn earworm (CEW) moth captures from both blacklight traps and pheromone traps have declined dramatically with prolonged cool night temperatures. It is difficult to say if there is a larger moth population around that is simply not active. The near term forecast is for cold nighttime temperatures, so we may not experience much in the way of CEW moth activity as we close out the sweet corn season. Pheromone traps in northern Burlington County and Cape May County are highest at this time. Both trap types are in general agreement as to spray schedules. CEW populations can increase or decline with changes in night temperatures. The number of pheromone traps deployed is much lower, resulting in much broader color bands on the map. It is also important to understand that pheromone traps are more sensitive than blacklight traps, and thresholds are adjusted to account for the higher catches typical of this trap type. Remaining silking corn is at risk of CEW infestation at this time. On the blacklight map (left), green areas represent a 3-day silk spray schedule, while blue is a 4-5 day schedule. On the pheromone map (below right), red represents a 3-day spray schedule, green represents a 4-day schedule. Be sure to access information from this publication in the upcoming weeks to determine how frequently you should treat silking sweet corn to protect it from CEW infestation.
The highest nightly blacklight trap catches of CEW for the week ending 10/05/22 are as follows:
Downer 6 | New Egypt 2 | Hackettstown 1 |
Crosswicks 3 | Chester 1 | Long Valley 1 |
Georgetown 3 | Cinnaminson 1 | Port Murray 1 |
East Vineland 2 | Denville 1 | Tabernacle 1 |
The highest nightly pheromone trap catches of CEW for the week ending 10/05/22 are as follows:
Green Creek 63 | Georgetown 25 | Matawan 3 |
East Vineland 34 | Springdale 17 | Chester 2 |
Folsom 28 | Allamuchy 14 | Farmingdale 2 |
Eldora 24 | Tabernacle 6 |
Silking Spray Schedules*:
South – 3 days
Central – 3 days
North – 4-5 days
*These recommendations are based on regional catches. Adhere to tighter spray schedules if indicated by local trap catches. Synthetic pyrethroids alone should NOT be used for corn earworm (CEW) protection on silking corn, or for fall armyworm (FAW) management at any stage. Control with these materials is very inconsistent. Utilize materials in IRAC groups 5 and 28, or combination products that include IRAC group 28 for best control. See the Sweet Corn section of the 2020-21 Commercial Vegetable Production Guide for selections.
Beet armyworm adults (BAW) continue to be captured over the past week. Nightly counts include:
East Vineland 10 |
Growers in Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland counties should monitor pepper fields weekly for signs of feeding. BAW larvae (photo at left) feed in the developing foliage in terminal growth of plants. Initially, leaves are skeletonized, but as larvae grow, they will move onto fruit and damage these as well. BAW is also impacting spinach and other greens in southern counties. Injury to crops such as beet tops, swiss chard and spinach can be extreme. As with other armyworms, BAW is difficult to control with pyrethroid insecticides. Effective materials include spinosyns (IRAC 5) and diamides (IRAC 28).
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Populations of melon aphids are present in some pumpkin and winter squash fields (see photo below at left). This pest has the ability to increase to extremely high population levels in fields. When this happens, their sticky droppings are deposited on fruit below the canopy. Sooty mold fungus grows on this sticky coating, disfiguring fruit. Additionally, hornets are attracted to the aphid droppings; creating a potential issue in U-pick situations. Check fields weekly for the presence of melon aphid colonies developing on the undersides of leaves. If aphids are found in more than one sample site/10 sites, consider an insecticide application to limit population spread. There are a number of effective materials listed in the Pumpkin and Winter Squash section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide. Avoid pyrethroid insecticides for aphids or other insect pests, as these can cause aphids to increase.
Cole Crops
Diamondback moth larvae ((DBM) see photo at right) continue to be present in many cole crop plantings, along with imported cabbageworm, cabbage looper and cross-striped cabbage worm. DBM can multiply quickly, but cooler temperatures should slow reproduction now. It is apparent that DBM is not responding to chlorantraniliprole (Coragen) in many parts of the state. Effective materials continue to be IRAC 5 materials (spinosyns), other IRAC 28 products like Exirel, the IRAC 6 material, ememectin benzoate (Proclaim), and the carbamate (1A) Lannate. Lannate and Proclain have longer PHIs, so it is best to start with these if a DBM population is present. Transition to shorter PHI materials like the spinosyns or Exirel as harvest gets closer. Be sure to check the Cole Crops Section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide for specifics, as PHI’s and crop labels vary. It is important to return to treated fields within 2-3 days to assess the efficacy of the insecticide applications. Effective materials should eliminate DBM larvae within 48 hours. Any insecticide that controls DBM will also be successful against the other larval species in the crop.
Alternaria is increasing, particularly in broccoli and cauliflower plantings. Rotation away from recent cole crop plantings is a particularly useful cultural control for this disease. Dispose of all residue after the crop’s useful life is over so that it doesn’t serve as a source for further infections. Useful fungicides for this disease may be found in the Cole Crops Section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide.
Allium leaf miner
Allium leaf miner (photo of adult at right, feeding/egg laying scars at right) is now be active again in onion, leek, garlic and related crops, with feeding/egg laying scars present in a number of plantings. Row covers can be effective at limiting crop exposure to this pest, especially in organic situations where insecticide choices are limited.
The second flight should last well into October. At this time, growers should protect all alliums either with row covers, or weekly insecticide applications. Insecticides recommended for ALM management include:
Spinosyn materials (Radiant, Entrust (OMRI approved)), pyrethroids (Mustang Maxx, Warrior), neonicotinoids (Scorpion, Venom) and the insect growth regulator Trigard are labeled for miner control. The diamide, Exirel, is permitted in NJ under a 2ee label as well.
Vegetable IPM Update 09/28/22
Note: Next week’s IPM Update (10/05/22) will be the final one of the season. Specific updates will be published as necessary.
Sweet Corn
Corn earworm (CEW) moth captures from both blacklight traps and pheromone traps continue to decline with consistently cooler night temperatures. Pheromone traps in northern Warren County and Cumberland County are highest at this time. Both trap types are in general agreement as to spray schedules. CEW populations can increase or decline with changes in night temperatures. Growers should be on alert for large CEW migrations should NJ experience tropical weather systems. Check this publication weekly for CEW status. The number of pheromone traps deployed is much lower, resulting in much broader color bands on the map. It is also important to understand that pheromone traps are more sensitive than blacklight traps, and thresholds are adjusted to account for the higher catches typical of this trap type. Remaining silking corn is at risk of CEW infestation at this time. On the blacklight map (left), green areas represent a 3-day silk spray schedule. On the pheromone map (below right), red represents a 3-day spray schedule, green represents a 4-day schedule. Be sure to access information from this publication in the upcoming weeks to determine how frequently you should treat silking sweet corn to protect it from CEW infestation.
The highest nightly blacklight trap catches of CEW for the week ending 09/28/22 are as follows:
Clinton 10 | Georgetown 3 | Downer 2 |
Jones Island 5 | Farmingdale 3 | Matawan 2 |
Hackettstown 4 | Tabernacle 3 | New Egypt 2 |
Crosswicks 3 | Centerton 2 | Oldwick 2 |
The highest nightly pheromone trap catches of CEW for the week ending 09/28/22 are as follows:
Allamuchy 53 | Green Creek 19 | Califon 4 |
East Vineland 21 | Snyder Farm (Hunterdon Co) 15 | Chester 2 |
Eldora 21 | Georgetown 14 | Matawan 2 |
Tabernacle 20 | Farmingdale 5 |
Silking Spray Schedules*:
South – 3 days
Central – 3 days
North – 3 days
*These recommendations are based on regional catches. Adhere to tighter spray schedules if indicated by local trap catches. Synthetic pyrethroids alone should NOT be used for corn earworm (CEW) protection on silking corn, or for fall armyworm (FAW) management at any stage. Control with these materials is very inconsistent. Utilize materials in IRAC groups 5 and 28, or combination products that include IRAC group 28 for best control. See the Sweet Corn section of the 2020-21 Commercial Vegetable Production Guide for selections.
Peppers
As of last week, one additional farm had been found with pepper weevil in the Hammonton area. At one of the earlier infested farms, the weevil population seems to have exploded. This may be because the pheromone traps weren’t in that location of the field. The pheromone traps are the best monitoring tool that we have but placing them in a field is difficult. We try to visualize where vehicles would most likely be slowing down or stopping and set traps in those areas. Research conducted in the ’90s suggested that 10 traps be set per acre. On a practical scale, this is undoable. So while pheromone traps are very useful, they are not infallible.
Some farmers have expressed concerns about the lures on the traps that would lure the weevils into the fields. A pepper field is what the weevils are looking for. Once in the field, they may be attracted to the traps. When the first weevil is caught, we don’t know if this is the only weevil or represents some greater number of weevils.
The best control rotations for pepper weevil include Vydate, a neonicotinoid (Actara, Admire, Assail, others), a diamide (Exirel, Harvanta), and possibly Torac. University of Georgia researchers have found that all populations of pepper weevil that they have tested are resistant to pyrethroids. Since we don’t know where the weevils come from that we find here in New Jersey, farmers probably shouldn’t rely on pyrethroids being effective. Refer to the Rutgers Fact Sheet, FS1330: Monitoring and Management of Pepper Weevil in New Jersey (Rutgers NJAES) for more details on monitoring pepper weevil populations.
Beet armyworm adults (BAW) continue to be captured over the past week. Nightly counts include:
Jones Island 14 |
Folsom 1 |
Growers in Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland counties should monitor pepper fields weekly for signs of feeding. BAW larvae (photo at left) feed in the developing foliage in terminal growth of plants. Initially, leaves are skeletonized, but as larvae grow, they will move onto fruit and damage these as well. BAW is also impacting spinach and other greens in southern counties. Injury to crops such as beet tops, swiss chard and spinach can be extreme. As with other armyworms, BAW is difficult to control with pyrethroid insecticides. Effective materials include spinosyns (IRAC 5) and diamides (IRAC 28).
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) is active on cucumbers in all parts of the state, and has recently been discovered on summer squash, butternut squash and pumpkins in various counties. As of Tuesday 9/27, the CDM forecast was for low risk of new infection in all of NJ. Heavier dews are conducive to local spread, so fields that appear to have minimal or no infection can become heavily infected quickly. Should the tropical storm currently in the southeastern US arrive here in any form, we would expect increasing DM pressure. For regional information on this important disease, see the Cucurbit Downy Mildew Forecast webpage: http://cdm.ipmpipe.org/. It is advisable for all growers treat preventively for CDM on all vine crops at this time.
With mature fruit present, growers should check at least weekly for the presence of striped cucumber beetles (photo at right). This pest, which is important early in the life of the plants, again becomes economically significant with maturing fruit, as it can scar the rinds of pumpkins and other squashes. If cucumber beetles are found at more than 2 sites in a 10 site sample, and any fruit injury is detected, an insecticide application to prevent further injury may be warranted. For useful materials, see the Pumpkin and Winter Squash section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide. Populations of melon aphids are present in some pumpkin and winter squash fields (see photo below at left). This pest has the ability to increase to extremely high population levels in fields. When this happens, their sticky droppings are deposited on fruit below the canopy. Sooty mold fungus grows on this sticky coating, disfiguring fruit. Additionally, hornets are attracted to the aphid droppings; creating a potential issue in U-pick situations. Check fields weekly for the presence of melon aphid colonies developing on the undersides of leaves. If aphids are found in more than one sample site/10 sites, consider an insecticide application to limit population spread. There are a number of effective materials listed in the Pumpkin and Winter Squash section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide. Avoid pyrethroid insecticides for aphids or other insect pests, as these can cause aphids to increase.
Cole Crops
Diamondback moth larvae ((DBM) see photo at right) continue to be the dominant caterpillar pest in many cole crop plantings, although imported cabbageworm, cabbage looper and cross-striped cabbage worm are all present. DBM can multiply quickly, but cooler temperatures should slow reproduction now. It is apparent that DBM is not responding to chlorantraniliprole (Coragen) in many parts of the state. Effective materials continue to be IRAC 5 materials (spinosyns), other IRAC 28 products like Exirel, the IRAC 6 material, ememectin benzoate (Proclaim), and the carbamate (1A) Lannate. Lannate and Proclain have longer PHIs, so it is best to start with these if a DBM population is present. Transition to shorter PHI materials like the spinosyns or Exirel as harvest gets closer. Be sure to check the Cole Crops Section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide for specifics, as PHI’s and crop labels vary. It is important to return to treated fields within 2-3 days to assess the efficacy of the insecticide applications. Effective materials should eliminate DBM larvae within 48 hours. Any insecticide that controls DBM will also be successful against the other larval species in the crop.
Alternaria is increasing, particularly in broccoli and cauliflower plantings. Rotation away from recent cole crop plantings is a particularly useful cultural control for this disease. Dispose of all residue after the crop’s useful life is over so that it doesn’t serve as a source for further infections. Useful fungicides for this disease may be found in the Cole Crops Section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide.
Allium leaf miner
Allium leaf miner (photo of adult at right) should now be active again in onion, leek, garlic and related crops. Row covers can be effective at limiting crop exposure to this pest, especially in organic situations where insecticide choices are limited.
The second flight should last well into October. At this time, growers should protect all alliums either with row covers, or weekly insecticide applications. Insecticides recommended for ALM management include:
Spinosyn materials (Radiant, Entrust (OMRI approved)), pyrethroids (Mustang Maxx, Warrior), neonicotinoids (Scorpion, Venom) and the insect growth regulator Trigard are labeled for miner control. The diamide, Exirel, is permitted in NJ under a 2ee label as well.
Driving into High Path Avian Influenza Quarantine Zones in PA. Know the rules.
September 28, 2022. There has been a significant area placed under quarantine in Lancaster County East Lampeter Township. Read below to refresh on the rules when driving into a HighPath Quarantine Area.
For those traveling to Lancaster County for equipment, supplies and feed, be aware of the 20km zone that includes areas near Ephrata, New Holland, Gap, Quarryville, and Manhiem locations; and the 10km zone that includes Lancaster and Stroudsburg areas; and the epic-center 3km zone.
Secretary Fisher has sent along the PADLS quarantine map to Ag Agents, you can contact your Ag agent for a copy of the map. The map when it is updated, can also be found at: https://padeptag.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=a9066a3d68a443a08043766cb84bf4ae
“Migration season is underway and the virus is obviously in the environment. Please ensure all your poultry caretakers are practicing their best biosecurity, especially regarding using clean and dedicated footwear when entering the poultry houses.”- PADLS
Earlier this year….
As of 5/11/2022: The PA Department of Agriculture, via communications from Kevin D. Brightbill, DVM | State Veterinarian | Director is requesting continued compliance of the agriculture industry at large with the General Quarantine Order; Virus Control for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Poultry, Poultry Litter, Conveyances, Feed, Refuse, Containers and Material Standards for the existing control zones established in Lancaster and Berks County.
There is an Interstate (existing or carried on between states) and General Quarantine Order in effect in Pennsylvania; specific to Virus Control for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Vehicle, Container and Material Standards that is critical to abide by to prevent introduction of High Path. The specifics of “following the conditions and requirements of this Interstate and General Quarantine Order Order related to vehicles and products being transported including other domestic animals” can be found in the Pennsylvania Bulletin Volume 52 Issue 18 52 Pa.B. 2597 General Quarantine Order; Virus Control for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Poultry, Poultry Litter, Conveyances, Feed, Refuse, Containers and Material Standards.
https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pabull?file=/secure/pabulletin/data/vol52/52-18/637.html
New Jersey agriculture producers, please be mindful of these efforts as you travel in and out of the location of the current quarantine area (10 kilometer radius) as shown in the PA DEPT AG MAP https://padeptag.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=a9066a3d68a443a08043766cb84bf4ae.
Elsewhere in the region, please consider how you can help reduce potential spread as you travel to and from agriculture service centers in the region.
To stay up to date on the quarantine restrictions and recommendations related to disinfecting transportation vehicles and conveyances, please join the weekly Pennsylvania High Path Avian Influenza call by contacting Jennifer Reed – Harry, Penn Ag Industries at Email: jrharry@pennag.com
NJ Poultry Producers. To participate in the next South-Jersey Poultry Association monthly webinar with guest veterinarians from either USDA or state agencies, contact Melissa Bravo at the Salem County Extension Office.
Redroot and Smooth Pigweed: Non-Herbicide Management Options in Specialty Crops
Redroot and smooth pigweeds reproduce in abundance by seed which is easily transported across a farm. Using knowledge about the life cycle of this weed is important when making management decisions that require time and effort throughout a growing season. Learn more about non-herbicide management methods to control smooth and redroot pigweed populations on your farm by using the smooth and redroot pigweed decision tool fact sheet and a companion presentation. These resources are one of a five-part weed management series created by Extension Specialist Thierry Besancon and County Agricultural Agent Meredith Melendez, funded by USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant AM190100. You can provide feedback through an online survey about these resources.
Vegetable IPM Update 09/21/22
Sweet Corn
Corn earworm (CEW) moth captures from both blacklight traps and pheromone traps have declined significantly, with cooler night temperatures. Pheromone traps in northern Warren County and parts of Burlington County are highest at this time, although data from a number of southern sites is not currently available. Both trap types are in general agreement as to spray schedules. CEW populations can increase or decline with changes in night temperatures. Growers should be on alert for large CEW migrations should NJ experience tropical weather systems. Check this publication weekly for CEW status. The number of pheromone traps deployed is much lower, resulting in much broader color bands on the map. It is also important to understand that pheromone traps are more sensitive than blacklight traps, and thresholds are adjusted to account for the higher catches typical of this trap type. Remaining silking corn is at risk of CEW infestation at this time. On the blacklight map (left), green areas represent a 3-day silk spray schedule. On the pheromone map (below right), red represents a 3-day spray schedule, green represents a 4-day schedule. Be sure to access information from this publication in the upcoming weeks to determine how frequently you should treat silking sweet corn to protect it from CEW infestation.
The highest nightly blacklight trap catches of CEW for the week ending 09/21/22 are as follows:
Crosswicks 7 | Hackettstown 3 | Hillsborough 2 |
Georgetown 5 | South Branch 3 | Long Valley 2 |
Bellemeade 4 | Cinnaminson 2 | Medford 2 |
Denville 4 | Dayton 2 | Old Bridge 2 |
The highest nightly pheromone trap catches of CEW for the week ending 09/21/22 are as follows:
Allamuchy 46 | Farmingdale 10 |
Georgetown 30 | Woodstown 9 |
Folsom 28 | Dayton 4 |
South Branch 21 | Matawan 4 |
Silking Spray Schedules*:
South – 3 days
Central – 3 days
North – 3 days
*These recommendations are based on regional catches. Adhere to tighter spray schedules if indicated by local trap catches. Synthetic pyrethroids alone should NOT be used for corn earworm (CEW) protection on silking corn, or for fall armyworm (FAW) management at any stage. Control with these materials is very inconsistent. Utilize materials in IRAC groups 5 and 28, or combination products that include IRAC group 28 for best control. See the Sweet Corn section of the 2020-21 Commercial Vegetable Production Guide for selections.
Fall armyworm (FAW) is less of an issue with dwindling whorl stage corn. Areas with extremely late plantings, especially along the bayshore and Atlantic coastal areas, may experience continued infestations. FAW can be tough to manage because it is resistant to synthetic pyrethroid insecticides (IRAC 3A) and because larvae are often covered by their own droppings, making contact with the insecticide more difficult. Treat when 12% or more plants exhibit FAW injury alone, or in combination with ECB injury. As a rule, insecticides that are most effective on CEW will also adequately control FAW.
Tomatoes
Consideration should be given to protecting tomato plantings from CEW in tomatoes (called the fruitworm, when found in tomatoes). Larger populations locally, (>20 CEW/night) in local pheromone traps are a signal that growers should be inspecting tomato plantings at least weekly for signs of fruit injury. Typically, the female CEW moth lays eggs in blossom clusters near the outer canopy of the plant. Larvae hatching from these eggs begin feeding on the nearest fruit (photo at left), making damage very visible while walking the planting. At the first sign of this injury, growers should initiate control, with insecticides in the IRAC 5 and 28 classes most effective, with short PHIs. There are a number of effective insecticides listed in the Tomato Section from the 2022-23 Guide.
Peppers
One additional farm has been found with pepper weevil in the Hammonton area. At one of the earlier infested farms, the weevil population seems to have exploded. This may be because the pheromone traps weren’t in that location of the field. The pheromone traps are the best monitoring tool that we have but placing them in a field is difficult. We try to visualize where vehicles would most likely be slowing down or stopping and set traps in those areas. Research conducted in the ’90s suggested that 10 traps be set per acre. On a practical scale, this is undoable. So while pheromone traps are very useful, they are not infallible.
Some farmers have expressed concerns about the lures on the traps that would lure the weevils into the fields. A pepper field is what the weevils are looking for. Once in the field, they may be attracted to the traps. When the first weevil is caught, we don’t know if this is the only weevil or represents some greater number of weevils.
The best control rotations for pepper weevil include Vydate, a neonicotinoid (Actara, Admire, Assail, others), a diamide (Exirel, Harvanta), and possibly Torac. University of Georgia researchers have found that all populations of pepper weevil that they have tested are resistant to pyrethroids. Since we don’t know where the weevils come from that we find here in New Jersey, farmers probably shouldn’t rely on pyrethroids being effective. Refer to the Rutgers Fact Sheet, FS1330: Monitoring and Management of Pepper Weevil in New Jersey (Rutgers NJAES) for more details on monitoring pepper weevil populations.
Beet armyworm adults (BAW) continue to be captured over the past week. Nightly counts include:
Woodstown 57 |
Jones Island 20 |
Growers in Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland counties should monitor pepper fields weekly for signs of feeding. BAW larvae (photo at left) feed in the developing foliage in terminal growth of plants. Initially, leaves are skeletonized, but as larvae grow, they will move onto fruit and damage these as well. As with other armyworms, BAW is difficult to control with pyrethroid insecticides. Effective materials include spinosyns (IRAC 5) and diamides (IRAC 28).
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) is active on cucumbers in all parts of the state, and has recently been discovered on summer squash, butternut squash and pumpkins in various counties. As of Tuesday 9/20, the CDM forecast was for low risk of new infection in all of NJ. Heavier dews and occasional rain events are conducive to local spread, so fields that appear to have minimal or no infection can become heavily infected quickly. For regional information on this important disease, see the Cucurbit Downy Mildew Forecast webpage: http://cdm.ipmpipe.org/. It is advisable for all growers treat preventively for CDM on all vine crops at this time.
With mature fruit present, growers should check at least weekly for the presence of striped cucumber beetles (photo at right). This pest, which is important early in the life of the plants, again becomes economically significant with maturing fruit, as it can scar the rinds of pumpkins and other squashes. If cucumber beetles are found at more than 2 sites in a 10 site sample, and any fruit injury is detected, an insecticide application to prevent further injury may be warranted. For useful materials, see the Pumpkin and Winter Squash section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide. Populations of melon aphids are present in some pumpkin and winter squash fields (see photo below at left). This pest has the ability to increase to extremely high population levels in fields. When this happens, their sticky droppings are deposited on fruit below the canopy. Sooty mold fungus grows on this sticky coating, disfiguring fruit. Additionally, hornets are attracted to the aphid droppings; creating a potential issue in U-pick situations. Check fields weekly for the presence of melon aphid colonies developing on the undersides of leaves. If aphids are found in more than one sample site/10 sites, consider an insecticide application to limit population spread. There are a number of effective materials listed in the Pumpkin and Winter Squash section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide. Avoid pyrethroid insecticides for aphids or other insect pests, as these can cause aphids to increase.
Cole Crops
Diamondback moth larvae ((DBM) see photo at right) continues to be the dominant caterpillar pest in many cole crop plantings. This pest can multiply quickly, with a generation completed in under 2 weeks with high temperatures. Furthermore, it is apparent that this pest is not responding to chlorantraniliprole (Coragen) in many parts of the state. Effective materials continue to be IRAC 5 materials (spinosyns), other IRAC 28 products like Exirel, the IRAC 6 material, ememectin benzoate (Proclaim), and the carbamate (1A) Lannate. Lannate and Proclain have longer PHIs, so it is best to start with these if a DBM population is present. Transition to shorter PHI materials like the spinosyns or Exirel as harvest gets closer. Be sure to check the Cole Crops Section of the 2022-23 Commercial Guide for specifics, as PHI’s and crop labels vary. It is important to return to treated fields within 2-3 days to assess the efficacy of the insecticide applications. Effective materials should eliminate DBM larvae within 48 hours.