Tipula paludosa
Pest description and crop damage Small, gray-brown, worm-like larvae that develop a tough skin and are commonly called leatherjackets. They feed on clover and a number of vegetables.
Management-chemical control
- azadirachtin (AzaGuard) at 10 to 16 fl oz/A (0.021 to 0.035 lb ai/A). For use on crops grown in a greenhouse for transplants, apply at 4 to 16 fl oz/A (0.012 to 0.047 lb ai/A). PHI 0 days. REI 4 hr. Begin applications at first sign of infestation. Multiple applications and thorough coverage are necessary for effective control. Apply every 7 to 10 days as needed. This botanical pesticide acts slowly. Spray early, well before harvest, and check for effect. Some formulations are OMRI-listed for organic use.
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