Grey mould

a few days. Under circumstances unfavourable for germination, the spores can survive a few days on the plant surface and still germinate when the RH increases [...] example when cut flowers are harvested and put into cold storage. Wounds can also provide the fungus with sufficient moisture, for example pruning wounds [...] present, since more plants die at lower RH remove aborting fruits, since these can be infected after abortion and then provide a large amount of inoculum Extra

Cannabis

healthy and productive. This is because cannabis can attract a lot of different pests and diseases that can cause problems. Biological control is a key component [...] russet mites. These pests can damage the plants, which results in less yield and quality. Next to pests, cannabis plants can also suffer from plant diseases [...] like bacterial infections, mold, and other fungal diseases. These diseases can make the plants weaker, slow down their growth, and affect the leaves and

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

becomes grey-brown and the tuber eyes also turn grey-brown. This disease can be distinguished from Clavibacter by the bacterial slime produced from wounds [...] moving from the roots of infected plants to neighbouring plants. The bacteria can also be transported by irrigation water. Disease incidence is highest when [...] infect the crop Do not use cut potatoes for propagation, since cutting tubers can increase disease incidence with up to 250% Quarantine measures are in place

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Leaf miners

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 fruit such [...] females can also reduce yield, although with the exception of ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be totally [...] of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can be lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends

Greenhouse whitefly

and secreting honeydew. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the [...] result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development of fruit and lead to a [...] develop on the leaves, reducing photosynthesis and transpiration. Viruses can be transmitted. The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by

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Aphidius ervi

aggressive and can even pursue the aphid to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread [...] regions around the world due to its effectiveness. An Aphidius ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the [...] host's demise. In environments where aphids are prevalent, Aphidius ervi can significantly suppress their numbers, making it a valuable agent for integrated

Rice root aphid

difficult to identify an infestation. These insects can reproduce year-round indoors. However, they can only live a few days without feeding on a host plant [...] well-known pest in North America that survives outdoors all year round. It can affect plants grown in both soil and hydroponic systems. Unlike other aphids [...] offspring. Newborn nymphs reach maturity quickly, in about ten days. Adults can live up to a month, reproducing daily.