Insects may not be seen, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t there. Syngenta Agronomic Service Representative Jason Snell says that below-ground bug pressure is in full force as summer approaches. “A lot of corn insect pressure is below ground,” said Snell. “We have seen some increased cutworm pressure on corn along with wireworms and they’re pretty tough to control at this time of year.” Snell suggests planting hybrids with different traits or in-furrow treatments when dealing with below-ground pests.
