
A number of general-use insecticides, including acetamiprid (Ortho Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Insect Killer), carbaryl (Sevin) and malathion, may be used to discourage feeding. See table below for what can be used and the number of days between application and harvest.
Insecticide |
Peaches |
Blackberries, raspberries |
Sweet Corn |
Carbaryl |
3* |
7 |
2 |
Malathion |
7 |
1 |
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Acetamiprid |
7 |
1 |
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* Days to Harvest