Guide to Pest Wireworms in Canadian Prairie Field Crop Production
Citation
Catton H, van Herk W, Saguez J and Svendsen E (2021) Guide to pest wireworms in Canadian
Prairie field crop production. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
Plain language summary
This guide is intended to provide information on wireworm damage, biology, management,
research and challenges in crop production on the Canadian Prairies. We have
summarized the knowledge of this persistent and complicated pest on the Prairies by
discussing the general life cycle, behaviours, and management options for the main
pest species in this region. We have also identified major gaps in knowledge and where
research is needed. Our target audience include farmers, agronomists, crop scouts,
extension personnel and anyone else interested in the impact of wireworms on Prairie crop
production. Note that this guide is a summary of the scientific literature. No content of the guide should
be considered as an endorsement of any product.
Abstract
This guide is intended to provide information on wireworm damage, biology, management,
research and challenges in crop production on the Canadian Prairies. We have
summarized the knowledge of this persistent and complicated pest on the Prairies by
discussing the general life cycle, behaviours, and management options for the main
pest species in this region. We have also identified major gaps in knowledge and where
research is needed. Our target audience include farmers, agronomists, crop scouts,
extension personnel and anyone else interested in the impact of wireworms on Prairie crop
production. Note that this guide is a summary of the scientific literature. No content of the guide should
be considered as an endorsement of any product.