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Contents tagged with pest
6 June 2022
Also called roundworms or eelworms, discover which nematodes harm crops and which support a healthy soil ecosystem.
27 July 2021
Recognise slug and snail damage symptoms on plants and which hardy nursery stock species are commonly affected.
27 July 2021
Find out how to identify the main troublesome slug and snail species.
27 July 2021
Follow the guidance in these pages to achieve effective management of slugs and snails in the production of container-grown hardy nursery stock.
16 June 2021
Find out about the biology and life cycle of different types of aphids on strawberry.
10 May 2021
There are several methods you can use to reduce the impact of carrot fly infestations on crops.
10 May 2021
Learn about monitoring and forecasting carrot fly to get on top of crop infestations before it’s too late.
17 November 2020
Find out how to identify and detect swede midge in your brassica crops and explore possible control options.
20 July 2021
Find out how to recognise and detect aphid attacks at an early stage and decide whether action is needed.
11 November 2021
Research report on the occurrence of pyrethroid resistance in grain aphids
22 April 2022
Outdoor salads - lettuce and celery crop walkers' guide is aimed at assisting growers, agronomists and their staff in the vital task of monitoring crops. It is designed for use in the field to help with accurate identification of pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies and disorders within a crop.