How to Control Fall Armyworm in Maize?

Spray a mixture of water and sugar to attract ants to eat young caterpillars. Avoid spray at silk and tassel stage in maize crop Flat sprays over a maize field are ineffective as caterpillars hide. Spray into the whorl and furl. If plants are re-infested, repeat spray every 2 weeks.

How do you control armyworms in maize?

Before spraying insecticides, verify if there are a large number of armyworms in the field. For control, application of insecticides like Alpha-cypermethrin (e.g. Fastac) and chlorpyriphos (e.g. Tifón) is recommended at 20 to 40 ml per 20 liters of water. Application should be done when plants show 3-6 leaves.

How do you manage fall armyworms?

Apply insecticides early or late in the day, because fall armyworm larvae are most active on turf at these times. On established, thick turf, apply sprays in a minimum of 1 gallon per 1,000 square feet. In general, if insecticides are sprayed, irrigation is usually stopped for 24 hours.