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About fruitworms
Rufus Isaacs, MSU Entomology

Two species of fruitworm infest blueberry, and because their timing usually overlaps, they are often managed together. Knowing how to scout for both species can help with making appropriate IPM decisions. Just after petal fall is the best time to examine developing fruit to look for egg laying and early infestations.

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Cranberry fruitworm
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