Caterpillers on brassicas

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  1. linlin

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    How do I get rid of these and when do I assess the plant is defunct?
     
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    Pick `em off and step on them. The plant is defunct when it is dead, or the caterpillars have eaten it.
     
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    Thanks David - I appreciate your advice.
     
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    i've had the same problem, just squished them when they were small. I felt mean but im over it now!
     
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