food with a lower chemical load. Motivated by the losses caused by the two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) and whitefly ( Trialeurodes…
They are approximately 7 - 10 mm long, brownish black and have dull yellow spots on their back. The wing covers are grooved and fused with the body.…
an earthen cocoon, concealed either within the crop or in another suitable spot in the vicinity. Pupation occurs in a cocoon made of webbing, frass…
rock wool in the basket Place the basket in direct light, preferably in a spot where it can remain for 10-12 weeks Fit a dripper to the tussock for…
tomato leaf miner moth ( Tuta absoluta ) and other moths. Also feeds on two spotted spider mites ( Tetranychus urticae ), aphids and leaf miner larvae…
Regularly checking your onion plants for these symptoms is essential since spotting an infestation early can help stop the insect from spreading and…
unusual signs, such as yellowing leaves, wilting, unusual growth patterns, spots, or lesions. Early detection allows for swift intervention,…
darker. The hindwings are white, grey-fringed, with a characteristic dark spot in the anal region. The cylindrical egg masses range in length from 4…
running over the body. The adult males are short lived and can be hard to spot. They are smaller than the females, have two pairs of wings and two…
the development of necrotic spots and reduced flower quality. Spider mites Tetranychus urticae , also known as the Two-spotted spider mite , inflicts…
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