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The article discusses the risk of early-season pests in crops, specifically focusing on armyworms, wireworms, cutworms, and slugs. It emphasizes that no-tillers are not the only ones who should be concerned about these pests, as they can also affect growers who practice reduced tillage. The pests have specific preferences for certain conditions and environments, such as lush vegetation for armyworms and decaying organic matter for slugs. The article suggests that proper pest management, including hybrid selection with insect resistance traits and seed treatments, as well as maintaining crop rotations and managing residue levels, can help control these pests. It also mentions that weather conditions and soil types can influence the presence of these pests. Overall, the article advises taking precautions based on field history, environmental conditions, and the traits used in order to effectively manage these pests. [Extracted from the article] |
