Pest Damage Assessment Checklist

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Field/Crop Information

1 of 7

Gather essential details about the area and crop being assessed.

Farm Name/Location

Field ID/Name

Crop Type

Field Size (Acres/Hectares)

Planting Date (YYYY-MM-DD)

Assessment Date

GPS Coordinates (optional)

Crop Variety/Cultivar

Initial Observation & Pest Identification

2 of 7

Document initial visual observations and attempt to identify potential pests.

Date of Observation

Time of Observation

GPS Location of Assessment

General Field Conditions (Soil Moisture, Weather, etc.)

Observed Pest(s) (Check all that apply)

Description of Observed Pests (Color, Size, Behavior)

Photos/Video of Observed Pests and Damage

Pest Identification Confidence Level (If Identified)

Suspected Pest (If Not Identified)

Damage Assessment - Plant Symptoms

3 of 7

Evaluate the extent and type of damage observed on plants.

Observed Leaf Symptoms (Select all that apply)

Describe any observed Spots on leaves (size, color, distribution)

Observed Stem/Branch Symptoms (Select all that apply)

Describe any observed Root Symptoms (if accessible)

Percentage of Plants Exhibiting Symptoms (Estimate)

Average Number of Insects Observed Per Plant (Estimate)

Upload Photos of Plant Symptoms (Provide clear images)

Damage Assessment - Yield Loss Estimation

4 of 7

Estimate the potential impact on crop yield and quality.

Estimated Yield Loss (Percentage)

Estimated Yield Loss (Bushels/Hectares)

Average Fruit/Grain Size (mm)

Description of Yield Quality Impact (e.g., discoloration, stunted growth)

Impact on Marketability?

Estimated Cost of Yield Loss (USD)

Impact on Seed Quality (if applicable)

Environmental Factors

5 of 7

Note environmental conditions that may be contributing to pest problems.

Date of Assessment

Time of Assessment

Temperature (°C/°F)

Relative Humidity (%)

Weather Conditions (prior 24 hours)

Soil Moisture Level

Describe any other relevant environmental conditions (e.g., recent flooding, unusual weather patterns)

GPS Coordinates (if applicable)

Recommendations & Control Measures

6 of 7

Outline recommended actions to manage the pest issue.

Recommended Control Methods

Detailed Explanation of Recommended Actions

Recommended Pesticide Application Rate (if applicable)

Pesticide Type (if applicable)

Recommended Application Date(s)

Safety Precautions & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required

Monitoring Frequency After Treatment

Documentation & Follow-Up

7 of 7

Record findings and plan for future monitoring.

Assessment Date

Assessment Time

Summary of Findings & Recommendations (Detailed)

Next Monitoring Frequency (Days)

Date of Next Follow-up Assessment

Action Taken (if any)

Notes/Observations regarding follow-up action

Photos/Evidence of Damage (Optional)

Assessor Signature

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