Dectes stem borer is a common soybean pest in Missouri. While feeding inside the stem often causes little direct yield loss, larvae can girdle stems later in the season, leading to lodging and creating harvest challenges.
Watch to learn how to identify Dectes stem borer and what you can do to prevent significant yield losses.
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