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Asparagus Miner

Opbiomyia simplex
Asparagus Minor damage to roots and crown
Asaragus Minor larva causing leaf damage
Asapragus minor adult

This pest can vector Fusarium spp. (asparagus decline). However, no material is available for controlling this pest. It is present from mid-May to late June and early August to late September. Jersey Giant seems to be more tolerant to asparagus decline than other varieties.

For Current information on production methods (including varieties, spacing, seeding, and fertility), weed, disease, and insect management, please visit the New England Vegetable Management Guide website.

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