Insects that feed on roots, bore into stems, or sever stems. Cutworms - See section B.3.b. of this key for description. They feed on roots, stunting or killing tobacco plants. Insects damaging foliage by sucking sap. Both life stages suck plant sap from late-season tobacco, reducing the coloration, weight, and thickness of cured leaves.
Excrement is present on the underside of leaves.
B.2.a. of this key. Insects damaging leaves by chewing holes. Damage from feeding in the bud area becomes apparent as the leaf expands. Cabbage looper - This light green larva, about 40 mm long when fully developed, tapers in width from the rear to the head. As it crawls, the looper arches the middle of its body.