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Slugs

These are a real nuisance this year and causing a lot of damage. I have tried different ways to control them over the years but slug pellets seem to be the only effective way. Some makes of these are hopeless and the slugs seem to thrive on them but the Bio product does a good job.

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Caterpillars

First signs of caterpillars on the Brussel Sprouts and Kale - not unexpected as white butterflies have been around. Netting is used but the butterflies usually find a way in and the netting is mainly for protection from pigeons. Spraying with Liquid Derris on both sides of the leaves keeps them under control but it must be done early on as these caterpillars soon eat their way through the leaves. 

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