Hemp Insects and Arthropods
This page includes common arthropods found on hemp in the North Central region of the United States. The photo gallery with descriptions will help identify pests, beneficial, and incidental arthropods found in hemp fields. Proper identification of pests allows for the proper selection of management tools to protect the group and reduce harm to beneficial organisms.
How to use this page:
The accordions below will direct you to webpages with information about the different types of insects and arthropods that can be found in hemp fields. If you are looking for images and descriptions of arthropod pests, click the first accordion. If you are looking for images and descriptions of beneficial or incidental arthropods, click the second and third accordions. These webpages include images and descriptions of some of the most common insects and arthropods observed on hemp in the northcentral region.
Insect and arthropod pests cause damage to hemp plants and are generally categorized by their feeding strategy, as either chewing or sucking pests. Click the button below to visit the common insect/arthropod pests page.
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Beneficial arthropods provide a benefit to the crop. For example, pest suppression is provided by predatory and parasitic insects/arthropods that feed on pest insects and arthropods. Click the button below to visit the common beneficial insects/arthropods page.
Incidental insects and arthropods may use the crop as shelter, a place to rest, or a place to hide from predators. They do not harm the crop, nor do they provide a benefit. Click the button below to visit the common incidental insects/arthropods page.
