How to Anticipate Pests from Cover Crops Migrating into Cash Crops

Abstract

Cover crops have been proven to reduce soil erosion and weeds and to improve soil structure, moisture drainage, and storage. On the negative side of the ledger, they can be attractive environments for pests to lay eggs or overwinter. This article provides some general tips to reduce pest problems as well as advice specific to controlling stink bugs, slugs, and bean leaf beetles. Earn 1 CEU in Integrated Pest Management by reading this article and taking the quiz at https://www.certifiedcropadviser.org/education/classroom/classes/697.