Question

The diagram below shows Kale seedling attached by a pest.

1. Identify the pest.
2. What damage does that pest causes to the crop.
3. State two methods of controlling the pest

Answer 1

1. Identify the pest.
   • cut worm
2. What damage does that pest causes to the crop.
   • Damage crops  by cutting  the base  of the  stem  of seedling  after  transplanting
3. State two methods of controlling the pest.
   • Mixing appropriate insecticide powder with soil in each hole during transplanting 
   • Proper weeding