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Corn Pest Alert – European Corn Borer (ECB)

Published date: May 27, 2025
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In 2024, Bt-resistant ECB was observed in PEI.  Immediate action is needed to protect PEI’s corn production before the situation worsens.

More information on ECB can be found on-line.

For more details on managing Bt resistance and ECB management, please contact:

Plant Health Office

PEI Department of Agriculture

Email: infopest@gov.pe.ca

General Inquiries

Department of Agriculture
5th Floor, Jones Building
11 Kent Street,
P.O. Box 2000,
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-368-4880
Fax: 902-368-4857

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Agriculture Information Desk
1-866-PEI FARM (734-3276)