Lepidopteran pests of soybean—such as the painted lady (Vanessa cardui, also known as thistle caterpillar in its larval form), shown here—are growing in importance in the U.S., and a pair of articles in the Journal of Integrated Pest Management provides updated guidance on biology, distribution, and management options for five leading caterpillar pests of soybean. (Photo by Erin Hodgson)