Extension
Date of this Version
2000
Abstract
Sunflower head moth identification and biology, management, and chemical control.
Sunflower head moth, Homoeosoma electellum (Hulst), can cause substantial economic loss to commercial sunflowers in Nebraska and the surrounding region. Populations of sunflower head moth vary tremendously from year to year. Consequently, pest monitoring is important each growing season to determine when moths first appear and the extent of the infestation. Field scouting in confection sunflower fields is critical because of their higher value and the importance of maintaining quality.
Topics include sunflower head moth identification and biology, management, and chemical control.
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