Bollworm (Kansas Cotton)

Content authors
J.P. Michaud, Ph.D., Associate Professor, R. Jeff Whitworth, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Holly N. Schwarting, Ph.D., Research Associate
Department of Entomology, Cotton Insect Management 2015, Kansas State University, January 2015
Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service Pub. MF2674
State
Kansas
Target pest
Bollworm
Scouting time

Growers should watch for developing infestations during fruiting and boll development.

Thresholds

Treatment is recommended when 10 eggs or five small worms per 100 plants are present during early bloom in late July and early August.

Disclaimers

This content may not be suitable for states other than Kansas.

Crop type
Cotton