Q&A – What is this worm on my tomatoes?
Question:
What is this catipillar on my tomato plants?
Answer:
This is the yellow striped army worm, and this is a large one. They are easy to control when they are small with BT but as they grow they are harder to control and require harder insecticides. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison lists off some control options for larger worms.
Related Resources:
Yellowstriped Armyworm
Yellowstriped armyworm
What is this catipillar on my tomato plants?
Answer:
This is the yellow striped army worm, and this is a large one. They are easy to control when they are small with BT but as they grow they are harder to control and require harder insecticides. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison lists off some control options for larger worms.
Related Resources:
Yellowstriped Armyworm
Yellowstriped armyworm