Corson Maize
For insecticide applications best suited to your operation and environment contact your relevant adviser.
Pests such as Black Beetle, Argentine Stem Weevil Larvae, Black Field Earwig, Wireworm, Cutworm, White Grub, Common Armyworm, Corn Earworm, Maize Leafhoppers, Maize Thrips, Corn Aphids, White Fringe weevil, Shield Bugs, Red-Shouldered Leaf Beetles, Locusts, Hoppers and Fall Armyworm (in certain regions) may infest your maize crop and management/regular pest checks are imperative to prevent crop damage.
The ensiling process will have a significant impact on the quality of maize silage produced. To optimise silage quality:
Note: When silage or grain is harvested, there is a high level of nutrient removal which will need to be replaced for future crops.