If you are a producer in Powhatan county growing cucurbits such as cucumber, squash, pumpkin, muskmelon, cantaloupe, and winter squash please read the attached pest update on a major insect pest found in Virginia. Pickleworm infestations vary yearly in VA but they cause major damage to cucurbit producers. Please reach out if you have any questions.  For more information about description, damage, and how to help control Pickleworm, View / Download this flyer.

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