but their size can vary substantially. Wild fruit species can be as small as 4 centimetres (1.6 inch) and some commercial specimens can weigh more…
potatoes or other Solaneceaous crops can be planted for five years. On other fields on the same farm, no seed potatoes can be grown for one year after…
For onion growers, onion fly infestations can be a major concern, but there are a few control strategies that can be used to manage this pest. These…
conditions are favourable.This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. New research has shown that Mycotal can also be a powerful…
miners can rapidly infest cucumber plants, leading to reduced photosynthetic activity and compromised foliage integrity. Mealybugs Mealybugs can be a…
mining the leaf tissue which can lead to desiccation, premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in…
and secreting honeydew. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of…
damage Caterpillars can cause serious economic damage. Most species feed on leaves and young shoots, and their enormous feeding capacity can rapidly…
heat. Hot temperatures can significantly impact pollinators' activity and efficiency, including bumblebees. High heat levels can affect bumblebees'…
species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or…
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