P169 CEEFAX 169 Wed 27 Dec 18:31/76
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5jjjjjjjjjjjz PEST REPORT
FRIT FLY
Frit fly damage is showing in some
winter wheat crops after grass - so Var
attacks are slight but regular checks
of suspect fields is recommended<
especially if drilling was done within
S weeks of ploughing and the stand is
thinning. There is no recommended
chemicla treatment once an attack
occurs.
INSECT PESTS ON YOUNG GRASS
Direct reseeded grass is vulnerable
to attack by leatherjackets and sljfs
when soil conditions permit.