Guava Whiteflies: Identification and Control Measures

Guava whiteflies are small but destructive, causes severe damage to guava trees and significantly affecting the yield and quality of the fruit.

Flat, scale-like nymphs with glass-like wax rods are present, while adults are powdery white and active in the early morning.

Identification of Pest

Yellowing leaves, sticky leaves, sooty mold, stunted growth, and curled guava leaves indicates the presence of whiteflies.

Signs of Pest Infestation

Regular pruning, removing infested leaves, maintaining field sanitation, and using yellow sticky traps for effective pest control.

Cultural practices

Introduction of natural enemies like parasitic wasps and certain predatory mites, like Amblyseius species to control whitefly.

Biological Control

Spray Dr Bacto's Brave Bio Insecticide at the rate of 2-5ml/L and Amruth Alestra Bio Insecticide at 3-5mL/L of water.

Chemical Control Measures

Combining cultural, biological, physical, and chemical controls helps to manage whiteflies, safeguarding guava tree health and productivity.

Conclusion

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