Wheat Insect Pest Guide
This Wheat Insect Pest Guide helps growers track insects found in wheat fields. Fill it in by hand and keep it with your farm records for later seasons.
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The steps on this page
- Note growth stage while scouting
- Check leaves, stems and heads for feeding
- Identify pests and their life stages
- Record where in the field pests were found
- Look for natural enemies present
- Compare counts to local action guidelines
- Note recent weather and field edges
- Plan follow-up scouting date
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA APHIS.
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