the leaves, blocking the stomata and impeding gas exchange. Sooty moulds grow on the honeydew, blocking the light from the leaves and reducing…
(Frankliniella occidentalis) prefer to feed on developing plant tissues such as growing tips and flower buds. When these tissues develop further, the…
soil, organic material without suppressive effect, since the fungus needs to grow saprophytically on organic substrate before acting as a pathogen.…
crops throughout the growing season. Biodiversity and ecosystem balance: The introduction of parasitic wasps into commercial growing environments can…
caterpillars migrate to the top of the plant where they feed mainly on the growing tips. They produce large holes in the leaf, sometimes stripping the…
not only improves the safety of agricultural products but also addresses growing concerns about pesticide residues in food. Preservation of beneficial…
sustainable society, with safe food in sufficient quantities to feed a rapidly growing population. Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and…
flies Plant bugs Phytophagous bugs damage plants by puncturing leaves and growing points with their piercing-sucking mouthparts and extracting…
bumblebees will still collect pollen, and leave bite marks, but no fruit will grow. Bumblebees are active at temperatures between 8 and 32 degrees…
Characteristically, dark sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp .) are often found growing on this honeydew. Additionally, the white, waxy secretion of the…
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