Early season flea beetle control will kill most of the pests, and physical barriers (or even sticky traps) can take care of most of the remaining pests. The following linked article will give you guidance on how to battle this pest.
www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-flea-beetles.htm
Some members who planted eggplant this season are having to battle potato bugs. Be sure to check your plants, pick the bugs off, check the underside of the leaves for any egg cases, and destroy any that you find. For gardeners dealing with potato bugs, the following links provide information about these pests, including mitigation.
https://sciencing.com/potato-bugs-10003062.html
https://inboundmarketingsummit.com/potato-bug/
www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-flea-beetles.htm
Some members who planted eggplant this season are having to battle potato bugs. Be sure to check your plants, pick the bugs off, check the underside of the leaves for any egg cases, and destroy any that you find. For gardeners dealing with potato bugs, the following links provide information about these pests, including mitigation.
https://sciencing.com/potato-bugs-10003062.html
https://inboundmarketingsummit.com/potato-bug/
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