typically reproduce in feces, compost and carrion. These flies are often a serious concern for commercial animal farming operations, since…
( Cladosporium spp .) is encouraged, making it unsuitable for sale. In serious cases the fruit will rot. Sooty moulds also develop on the leaves,…
soybean, sesame and cotton. One of the reasons why this plague can be serious is that the moth is able to disperse widely, reaching distances of up…
an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored products. There are many useful beetles as well
in temperate climates, broad mites (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the…
of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves can shrivel. Echinothrips americanus is often…
Drosophila has recently invaded Europe and the Americas where it is causing serious damage to many soft fruit crops. Find solutions for flies in your…
crop Life cycle of caterpillars Caterpillar damage Caterpillars can cause serious economic damage. Most species feed on leaves and young shoots, and…
trichomes (leaf hairs). Affected stems turn a rusty brown colour, and in serious cases they may snap. The fruit can also be affected, and when this…
potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani) is a native European species of aphids , seriously affecting crops of sweet pepper in particular. These aphids…
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