world. Despite their small size, they are capable of causing severe damage very rapidly due to their great reproductive capacity. There are more than…
quantities. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as…
bacteria are also introduced in a crop in new transplants. This bacterium is very resistant to desiccation and can survive well in dry leaves or…
is a common soil fungus in warmer regions, causing charcoal rot. It has a very wide range of host crops, many of which are economically important food…
range. Life cycle and appearance of Apple collar rot Phytophthora species are very destructive organisms belonging to the Oomycetes and are therefore…
crops. Life cycle and appearance of Blight of pepper Phytophthora species are very destructive organisms belonging to the Oomycetes and are therefore…
biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies such as predatory mites , ladybugs, and…
and nearly eliminate pesticides in tomato and cucumber production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho Los Pinos, they have set out to…
apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It is very common in Europe. Life cycle and appearance of Codling moth The adults…
on new growth. Water shoots arising from the trunk or main branches, are very frequently attacked. The aphids mainly spread through young, wingless…
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