Predicting Stalk Borer Development in Corn
![stalk-borer-map-6-13-16](2016-CW-News/Images/Insects/alfalfa1.png)
For information on scouting and treatment see Stalk Borer Scouting and Management in Corn in the June 10, 2016 CropWatch.
Degree day accumulation from Jan. 1 | Event (Egg and Larva Development) |
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575 | Egg hatch begins |
750 | Egg hatch complete |
1,400 | 10% of larvae move out of grasses |
1,700 | 50% of larvae move out of grasses |
Degree day accumulation from Jan. 1 | Event (Pest Control) |
1,300-1,400 | Begin scouting grassy field borders and corn |
1,400-1,700 | Make insecticide treatment decision in corn |
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