seeds, as bean seed fly larvae feed on seeds germinating in the ground, causing them to appear shriveled or discolored. Thirdly, search for the…
click beetles feed on the roots and bore into the base of plants. This can cause the plants to wilt and die. Damage is more severe in young plants.…
The most obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed growth as a result of toxic substances that…
larvae feed also on the chlorophyll-rich green areas of stems and pods causing whitening of the crop. Heavily damaged plants appear stunted and will,…
Severe infestations can cause the leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. Spider mite damage Larvae, nymphs and adults cause damage to the host plant…
undersides close to the midribs. They produce large amounts of honeydew causing build-up of sticky deposits on nearby surfaces. The honeydew may…
honeydew. The aphids spread blueberry scorch virus. This virus disease can cause severe yield loss. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop…
caterpillars have urticating hairs from the third instar onwards, which may cause allergies. Domestic and farm animals may also be affected. These…
horticultural problems. These nematodes are detrimental to crop health and can cause yield losses. They feed on plant roots, disrupting the plants'…
stems, leaves and fruits of hosts. Infestations on the leaves and stems may cause wilting and may reduce the photosynthetic area of the plants,…
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