Harmful insects

Aculops lycopersici, also known as the tomato russet mite, is a phytophagous mite belonging to the family Eriophyidae. This microscopic pest represents a serious threat to tomato crops grown both in open fields and in greenhouses, causing significant damage that results in qualitative and quantitative yield losses. Pest Description Adults are extremely small mites, about

If not properly controlled, root-knot nematodes can multiply rapidly in a short time, causing serious damage to agricultural crops, especially in greenhouses. In this technical guide, we will look at biological methods to control and prevent them. What root-knot nematodes are Damage is caused by several species of nematodes that are invisible to the naked

The whitefly (also known as greenhouse whitefly) is a phytophagous insect that, under certain conditions, is very difficult to control. In this technical factsheet, we will examine the damage, control strategies, biological cycle, and natural remedies against Trialeurodes vaporariorum and Bemisia tabaci. Identification and damage caused by whitefly Whiteflies are insects belonging to the order

Identification and damage caused by thrips Thrips are small insects that, as adults, can reach about 1.4 mm in length. The most important species causing damage to tomato and vegetables in general are Thrips tabaci and Frankliniella occidentalis, both belonging to the family Thripidae (see Figure 1).Frankliniella occidentalis is commonly known as the western flower

In this technical factsheet, we will explain how to identify and control infestations of the potato aphid, which mainly attacks tomato, potato, and pepper. The correct use of biological insecticides and natural control methods is also discussed. Description Anyone who has grown tomatoes or potatoes is aware that these crops are susceptible to attack by

The tomato leaf miner is a particularly dangerous insect pest of tomato. In this article, we will examine the life cycle, damage, and control strategies against Tuta absoluta using biological and natural methods. How to identify damage, adults, and larvae Also known as the tomato leaf miner, Tuta absoluta is scientifically classified as a leaf-mining