Many natural predators, parasites and birds prey upon cutworms and reduce the population. Take steps to preserve such beneficial organisms in and around vegetable fields. Reducing unnecessary spraying for other pests and providing refuges may help to encourage beneficial organisms. Field selection, field history and weed management are important methods to reduce damage from cutworms. Fields that had large weed populations, especially grasses and chickweed, may experience more cutworm problems the following season.
Crop rotation is also a helpful management tool.
For more information about managing cutworms, consult a crop specialist, a crop input supplier or processing company fieldpersons. This information is provided as a public service, but we cannot guarantee that the information is current or accurate. Readers should verify the information before acting on it.