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Pea Moth

  • Cydia nigricana
Updated: 04/2025

Identification

Pea moth larvae are tiny caterpillars found within pea pods.

Pea moth larva.

Damage

Larvae feed within pods on developing peas.

Pea moth damage to pod.

Solutions

There are no registered insecticides for control of pea moth on peas. Handpick larvae and remove damaged pods.

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