Although there are more than 2,600 different types of caterpillars, only a handful of them are classified as pests. Therefore, it’s vitally important to be sure you have a pest before intervening. Several wildlife organisations, such as Wildlifesight, have charts to help you identify caterpillars online. What are caterpillars A caterpillar is defined [...]

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This pest feeds on the roots of brassicas in your garden. Find out how to identify and treat Cabbage Root Fly. Cabbage root fly maggots feed on the roots of vegetable brassicas. Examples include cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprout, swede, turnip, radish and Asian greens. What is Cabbage Root Fly Adult cabbage root flies [...]

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