Survey of organic sweet corn growers identifies corn earworm prevalence, management and opportunities for plant breeding
January 1, 2020
4 pages
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A survey conducted among U.S. organic sweet corn producers in late 2017 revealed that corn earworm is the most challenging insect pest they face. Current management options are limited, but there’s hope: breeding earworm-resistant varieties could enhance growers’ ability to consistently produce damage-free sweet corn and increase the value of sweet corn within organic operations.
Organization:
Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems
Authors:
Moore and Tracy
Categories & Tags
- Journal Article
- National
- Pest Management
- Vegetables