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Domestic News
September 30, 1868
The Anderson Intelligencer
Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina
What is this article about?
Caterpillars and army worms have appeared in several sections of the District, posing little threat to the late cotton crop. Some farmers view their leaf-stripping as beneficial for faster cotton opening before frost. Similar infestation occurred last year.
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THE CATERPILLAR AND ARMY WORM.
In several sections of the District, the caterpillar and army worm have made their appearance, though it is too late to result in much damage to the cotton crop. Only a few farmers report any injury from these swarming visitors, and many agree that their appearance will prove beneficial rather than otherwise, by stripping the leaves, and allowing the cotton to open more rapidly, in advance of the frost. It will be remembered that these insects appeared in this region last year.
In several sections of the District, the caterpillar and army worm have made their appearance, though it is too late to result in much damage to the cotton crop. Only a few farmers report any injury from these swarming visitors, and many agree that their appearance will prove beneficial rather than otherwise, by stripping the leaves, and allowing the cotton to open more rapidly, in advance of the frost. It will be remembered that these insects appeared in this region last year.
What sub-type of article is it?
Agriculture
What keywords are associated?
Caterpillar
Army Worm
Cotton Crop
District
Pest Infestation
Where did it happen?
The District
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
The District
Outcome
little damage to cotton crop; potentially beneficial by aiding faster opening before frost
Event Details
Caterpillar and army worm have appeared in several sections, too late for much damage; few farmers report injury; many see benefit in leaf stripping for cotton