How to handle zucchini pests

My zucchini plants have been infested with brown caterpillar like insects. The leaves and fruit are turning brown and rotting. Most of the plant is still healthy. What can I do to save it?

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 07/07/2016 @ 5:01 pm

Neem Oil is a good treatment.
You can try picking off the caterpillars if they are highly visible to help out.

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https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/zucchini/solutions-for-common-problems-growing-zucchini.htm ^[2]

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