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Variegated Cutworm Scouting for 2013 at Linwood (Report issued 5/23/2013 22:39)

Use these predictions as guidelines to help time your scouting efforts.
Key event Timing
First flight of overwintering moths begins. Expected in 455 DD (Base 45°F)
1st generation eggs begin to be laid. Expected to start in 625 DD (Base 45°F)
1st generation larvae begin to hatch. Expected to start in 757 DD (Base 45°F)
Second flight of adult moths begins. Expected to start in 1715 DD (Base 45°F)
2nd generation egg laying begins. Expected to start in 1885 DD (Base 45°F)
2nd generation larvae begin to hatch. Expected to start in 2055 DD (Base 45°F)
Current stage: Overwintering moths have not yet emerged.

Degree day total: 450 on 5/23/2013
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