With the high cost of today's new genetically engineered seed you need the extra protection from seed-feeding insects and seed and seedling diseases that Kernel Guard can provide. A single economical application of Kernel Guard at planting can protect your investment. Know how to identify them, but remember that they are often hard to find until the damage is done. There is no rescue treatment other than expensive replanting.
Wireworms are slender, shiny, cream colored to brown larvae about one-half inch long.
Wireworms will completely hollow out a seed, preventing germination. Seed corn maggots burrow into the seed, preventing germination or stunting growth. Seed Corn Beetles are small, dark colored beetles that attach seeds, stems and roots. Seed and seedling diseases of corn are caused by a number of naturally occurring pathogenic fungi. These fungi attack the seed and seedling causing rot or damping-off.