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Early Detection of Fall Armyworm Leads to Swift Action and Enhanced ROI

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May 10, 2024

DATE  |  May 2024

LOCATION  |  Otterbein, IN

CROP  |  Corn

THREAT  |  Insect Damage

MISSION  | 1  2  3  4    5   6


 

Proactive monitoring and rapid response are key to managing unexpected pest threats, such as fall armyworm.

PROBLEM

  • The second mission (threats) revealed early bug damage in various areas of a 300-acre field.
  • The grower was not expecting pest issues at this stage of crop development.

 


RECOMMENDATION

  • The advisor contacted the grower the next day to discuss the findings.
  • After ground-truthing, the advisor also identified fall armyworm in the field.
  • An insecticide was applied to the affected areas, covering 250 acres in total, following the confirmation of the pest threat.

 


OPPORTUNITY

  • Quick decision-making at the V3-V4 growth stage helped address the pest pressure promptly.
  • The timely intervention strengthened the relationship between the grower and advisor, providing both a practical recommendation and a valuable touchpoint.
  • The proactive approach resulted in an estimated ROI of $1 extra per acre, with the added benefit of reinforcing a strong, trust-based relationship.

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