To control leaf-footed bugs with synthetic pesticides, use products containing Sevin if treating close to harvest date. If harvest is several weeks away, Endosulfan or Imidan may be used.

How do you kill leaf-footed bugs?

The most effective insecticides against leaffooted bug are broad-spectrum, pyrethroid-based insecticides, such as permethrin. However, these products are quite toxic to bees and beneficial insects. Insecticidal soap or botanicals, such as neem oil or pyrethrin, may provide some control of young nymphs only.

How do you get rid of leaf-footed bugs on tomato plants?

Insecticides such as permethrin, cyfluthrin or esfenvalerate can be used to control leaf-footed bugs. Do not use permethrin on varieties with fruit less than one-inch diameter. Be sure to observe the days-to-harvest period indicated on the pesticide label, and be certain to wash the fruit before using.