P169 CEEFAX 169 Wed 27 Dec 18:32?27
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LEATHERJACKETS
Leatherjackets are dam-fing winter
cereals following grass in many areas>
DDt sprays or baits are the most
effective treatments at this time of
year, but choice of treatment depends
upon crop, variety and sujtable weather
and soil conditions.
SLUGS
Moist conditions throughout the su‖÷fr
and autumn favosrs an increased slug
population. Late-sown winter cereals,
especially wheat, are at risk afrer
grass. Grazing by slsgs afrer the crop
is brairded isn't so serious but can be
if slugs are njlfrous or slow growing.
Methiocarb (Draxa) should be applied.