Fall Armyworms Are on the Rise in Oklahoma

Kylie Johnson’s lawn is moving. Not literally. But at a glance, each blade of grass appears to be shaking, not because of the wind, but instead because of a fall armyworm infestation on her land.

Along with her husband, Aaron, Kylie runs Lone Rock Longhorns, a cattle business on roughly 2,500 acres in Payne County. Recently, the family has dealt with a heavy armyworm infestation heading into the fall months, causing some concern.

“I’d say it’s defeating because now we’re feeding hay like it’s snowing outside,” Kylie Johnson said.