Definitions

1. noun

a type of moth, particularly the larvae of the genus Diaphania, which are pests to plants and crops, especially cotton.

“The farmer had to deal with a severe infestation of palmerworms in his cotton field, resulting in significant financial losses.”

2. noun

a type of caterpillar or larva, especially those that cause damage to plants and crops.

“The agricultural expert warned about the potential damage caused by palmerworms to local crops, emphasizing the need for integrated pest management strategies.”