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Onion maggots symptoms and treatment

Delia antiqua

One of the most destructive pests of onions. White onions are often more susceptible than other varieties to this pest.

Symptoms of Onion maggots

  • Stunted or wilting onion plants

Remedies for Onion maggots

  • Encouraging birds and ground beetles can help to keep infestations at bay.

Onion maggots can affect:

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