Rodents and Wild or Stray Animals. 1  Dead and live animals can spread diseases such as Rat Bite Fever and Rabies. 2  Avoid contact with wild or stray animals. 3  Avoid contact with rats or rat-contaminated buildings. 4  Get rid of dead animals as soon as possible. 5  If bitten/scratched, get medical attention immediately.
Introduction. The onion maggot is the most damaging insect pest of onions throughout the northern areas where onions are grown. If not controlled, it can prevent the production of a marketable crop.In Ontario, the onion maggot has become difficult to control.he onion maggot is the most damaging insect pest of onions throughout the northern areas where onions are grown. If not controlled, it can prevent the production of a marketable crop.
Onion, shallot, garlic and leek. DAMAGE. Maggots burrow into developing onions, killing young plants and hollowing out or stunting older plants. A single maggot can kill over a dozen seedlings during its development.A late generation may also infest onion bulbs in storage.nion, shallot, garlic and leek. DAMAGE. Maggots burrow into developing onions, killing young plants and hollowing out or stunting older plants. A single maggot can kill over a dozen seedlings during its development.