Aphids: Dense colony formation

Pest: Aphis punicae

Symptoms

Dense colonies can even occur on buds, flowers and young fruits without causing any visible damage to the plant.

Control

• Collect and destroy the damaged plant parts.

• Maintain adequate aeration by proper training and pruning.

• Release first instar larva of Chrysoperla zastrowi sillemi @ 15 / flowering branch (four times) at 10 days interval from flower initiation during April.

• Spray cyantraniliprole 10.26% OD @ 360 ml in 400 l of water / acre.

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