Identifying a Turnip leaf pest

[gg_1899]

Hi,
Some of my turnips are showing the damage visible in the attached image. It's fairly minor as I've had crops mature to nice and edible turnips. But I'd like to know how to possibly treat this, in case it becomes a bigger problem.

Thank you

 

[Meadowlark]

I love to grow turnips...in fact just started a big patch of them.

The damage like you show in that picture I would probably ignore as it doesn't seem to hurt the eventual production much.

However, if it got worse and/or I wanted to stop it I would use a spinosad product such as this:

 

[Owdboggy]

Flea beetle damage.

 

[nvidura]

To determine the cause of the holes in your turnip leaves, I recommend closely inspecting the undersides of the leaves. Both cabbage worms and flea beetles are common pests that can create similar damage. Cabbage worms, which are often green or yellow larvae, may be hiding on the underside, so check for any visible caterpillars or signs of their feeding. On the other hand, flea beetles are small, jumping insects that can be harder to spot but leave distinct tiny holes in the foliage. If you see any pests, consider using insecticidal soap or neem oil to help control their populations. Additionally, keeping a close eye on your plants and taking action early can prevent more significant damage from occurring.