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Cabbage Worm

Irregular holes appear on leaves. Green caterpillars may be visible feeding on the foliage.

Symptoms

Irregular holes appear on leaves. Green caterpillars may be visible feeding on the foliage.

Causes

Butterflies lay eggs on kale leaves, and the larvae feed on the foliage.

Treatment

Handpick caterpillars, use fine insect netting, or apply Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) when necessary.

Prevention

Use insect netting and inspect the undersides of leaves regularly for eggs.