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Ear and silk pests
Insects that feed on maize silks and young ears, so the cob fills badly.
Attacks
When it comes
| Crop | Stage | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Maize | Flowering | Scout twice weekly |
What to look for
Maize, flowering
When the cobs start showing silk threads, those threads are how the cob makes grains. If insects eat the silks before they get pollinated, you get half-empty cobs. Check the silks twice a week — if they look chewed or covered in bugs, treat right away. Also watch for tiny bugs in groups under the leaves.
Also watch for
General advice from crop guides for Ghana. Before you spray, ask your agro-input dealer for a product registered for this pest, read the label, and wear gloves. For a serious attack, call your district agriculture office or an agronomist.
Catch it early
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