![]() “It’s a real nuisance and in the longer term, with climate change and the prospect of milder winters, it’s a pest that growers may have to cater for as an extra sweep in their regular spraying programmes,” Federated Farmers Arable Industry Chairperson Colin Hurst says. More than 300 such traps have now been set in regions around New Zealand. With a few simple treatment steps and regular yard maintenance, you can keep armyworms at bay and help your garden flourish.Feds Arable Chairperson Colin Hurst with one of the fall armyworm pheromone traps he has placed in his maize fields. Then, it’s time to consider treating your yard. At the first signs of brown patches and chewed plants, look for the small armyworm larvae, which are identifiable due to their green, yellow, brown, or reddish stripes that span their body length. Armyworms can lay devastation to a lawn or garden in a matter of days. If you suspect armyworms as the cause of your garden woes, it’s important to identify and treat the problem quickly. Keeping a healthy yard will also help your grass or plants bounce back in the case of a minor armyworm infestation. Keeping grasses short and removing fallen debris also exposes armyworm hiding spots, so natural predators can pick off existing bugs. A well-maintained garden creates a less attractive environment for the adult moths to lay their eggs. Long grass and grassy weeds can attract adult armyworms. Aim to make your garden a better environment for natural larvae predators, such as birds and beneficial insects like ground beetles, rove beetles, and ladybugs. ![]() In many areas, natural predators can help keep armyworms in check. ![]() Photo: STEP 5: Keep the lawn mowed to a reasonable height and keep grassy weeds at bay.
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