How do you compete with or control cutworms or bud...

Bt insecticide is targeted at the budworms not many other bugs. They're less active in the evening, so you can examine each bud for holes and dig them out and salvage what you can. Also plants who experience harsh winters are less likely to have the bugs survive into next season, you could maybe put buds into the fridge or freezer briefly to kill them. Also, I'm sure you already know, but just in case, make sure to full sanitize your grow space, or bug spray your outdoor garden and indoor plants in case they have piggybacked on to other places. Best of luck.