Growing Sweet corn, also corn,maize

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24 Jan 17 Aaron (Australia - temperate climate)
I've had a problem with every corn stalk being chewed open about where the corn would growand also at other places. Im guessing this is by possums or rodents as some stalks are bent over. Anyone else had this issue and can suggest a solution?
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05 Feb 17 John (Australia - temperate climate)
Sounds very much like possums or rodents as the 'budding' cob would be very sweet and nutritious. Controlling them is a challenge. There are bark chips of the Quassia tree which should be available online. They can be soaked then boiled to make a very bitter tasting concoction that you spray on. This also works for wallabies on garden shrubs. The bitterness shouldn't affect the cobs as they are inside the husks. Trust this helps.
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