Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter
January 31, 2025
and early spring. By scouting and identifying pests early, growers can release biocontrol agents at the right time, enhancing their impact on pest populations [...] Scouting helps determine the best timing and environmental conditions for releasing biological control agents. For example, understanding pest life cycles [...] populations begin to rise early in the season. Monitoring effectiveness: After releasing biological control agents, continued scouting is essential to assess their