Corn rootworm
tunnels in the larger roots. This leads to a reduction of the root system, making the plant more susceptible to lodging, reducing its water and nutrient uptake [...] losses, but it can facilitate the development of toxic fungi in the cob, with the resulting production of mycotoxins. Life cycle and appearance In Europe [...] hatching start in the middle of May and continues until the begin of July, with the presence of larvae peaking around the middle of June. The whitish-coloured