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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.