Q&A – How do I fight squash bugs without using harsh chemicals?

Question:
How do I fight squash bugs without using harsh chemicals?
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Answer:
Squash bugs are hard to control even with the harsh chemicals. They are strong fliers and so them if you kill them all they will move back in. You can catch them and squish them or remove their eggs from the leaves with tape. If you do do decide to go the chemical route Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison gives a list of chemicals that can control them.
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