Pepino mosaic virus

knives. If plant sap of an infected plant is transferred to a non-infected plant, the non-infected plant is also at risk of becoming diseased. This can also [...] in the season, when the plant does not yet bear fruit, will typically cause less losses than when the infection takes place when the plants are heavily laden [...] the plants are sure to follow. PepMV can survive in plant debris and on contaminated surfaces for several weeks, remaining infectious and ready to infect

Blueberry

c fungi which protect the plants against these diseases can be applied to the growing medium when the plants are being grown under permanent protection [...] growers can limit their exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various beneficial organisms can be used for [...] pests and diseases that can impact the health and productivity of these plants. IPM focuses on using a combination of methods to manage pest populations

Cottony soft rot

dispersal to neighbouring plants is by mycelial growth. How to prevent Cottony soft rot Practice dry cultivation/be careful with irrigation Use wide plant spacing [...] spacing Remove diseased plants in a closed plastic bag Remove crop residues Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience. [...] sclerotiorum, also known as cottony soft root, is a plant pathogenic fungus. It has a very wide range of host plants. Damage symptoms The first symptoms of a cottony

Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

protection, the plant aborts the fruit to reduce fruit load on the plant and directs the assimilates to the vegetative growth of the plant. This is undesirable [...] temperature to affect pollination takes at least one to two weeks. Similarly, it takes two weeks of cold weather for pollination to return to normal. 2 [...] or heat reducing paints can be used to reduce the amount of heat coming into the greenhouse. An infrared thermometer can help to gain certainty about the

Whitefly

on the sap of plants, which can cause damage to the leaves and stunting of growth. They can also transmit plant viruses from one plant to another. Greenhouse [...] mold can further reduce the plant's ability to photosynthesize and grow. Wilting or death of plant: In severe cases, whitefly infestations can cause plants [...] Damage: Whiteflies can cause damage to leaves by feeding on plant sap. This can result in yellowing, wilting, or premature leaf drop. If you suspect that

Black vine weevil

large number of plant species. High populations of larvae can destroy plants under field conditions. Established crops are more resistant to damage than young [...] into corms, rhizomes and stem bases of plants. Larvae can also feed above ground within the stems of the plants. Both adult beetles and larvae are polyphagous [...] cannot fly but can walk very well. They are strictly nocturnal; during the day they hide, and can often be found between the inside of a plant pot and its

Early blight

the sowing date to avoid conditions conducive to infection. In greenhouses: avoid high RH. Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop [...] mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause primary infection of the leaves. Survival can be several years, up to eight years for several [...] infection of leaves, Alternaria solani can spread to the flowers (especially dangerous in crops for seed production) and to the crown. Sporulation of Alternaria

Shallot aphid

shallot aphid on strawberries invokes a strong host plant reaction. Infested plants become severely stunted when growth starts in spring. Petioles are shortened [...] Numbers of this aphid can build up even in winter and early spring when temperatures are still low. Winged forms are produced and migrate to other crops until [...] aphids often occur at the end of the storage period causing malformation of new plants. Life cycle and appearance of The shallot aphid Aphids have a complex

Fusarium spp.

one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts. Other symptoms are brown discolouration of the xylem vessels, which can be seen when the stems are [...] are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed host plants. The following pathogens can be distinguished: Fusarium oxysporum ( Fusarium [...] system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. Most Fusarium species

Maximize pollination in tomato

extremes outside this range can impede fruit setting. Maintaining plant health To maximize pollination success, it is essential to prioritize the health of [...] of bite marks diminishes to only one or two per flower, it is advisable to introduce a new bumblebee hive. Temperature and humidity considerations Bumblebees [...] are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process and achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer