cabbage maggot
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The cabbage maggot (Delia radicum) is a small, white maggot that is a serious agricultural pest. These larvae feed on the roots and stems of plants in the cabbage family, including cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, radishes, and turnips. The adult form of the cabbage maggot is a grayish fly, also known as a cabbage fly, resembling a small housefly. This insect was introduced to North America from Europe in the mid-19th century and is particularly problematic in Canada and the northern United States. Effective control often involves treating the soil with insecticides.123
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