Managing Aphids: Know the Pest and Save Your Crop

Aphids are small, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects that are usually green but can also appear in other colors such as yellow, pink, and reddish-brown

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There is a huge variety of aphid species that differ in their appearance and the crops they affect, like apple aphid, cabbage aphid etc

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Many aphid species produce honeydew, which encourages the growth of a mold called sooty mold, which can inhibit the growth of plants

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Potato Virus Y (PVY), Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV), Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV) & more

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If you notice an increased number of ants around plants or trees, it may be a sign that there is an aphid infestation

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Regular monitoring, if aphids are found, remove the affected parts. Managing ants and crop rotation can lower the numbers

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There are many natural predators of aphids including lady beetles, lacewings, and minute pirate bugs

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Spray with Benevia Insecticide to manage the aphids effectively in your crop

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