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Midge, mite and caterpillar pests of cane fruit crops
A number of midge, mite and caterpillar pests cause damage to cane fruit crops. This factsheet provides a comprehensive overview of the most damaging species commonly found. It provides helpful information on:
- Recognition
- Biology
- Damage
- Monitoring
- Control
This information was last updated in 2012.
Useful links
AHDB research into raspberry leaf and bud mite control
AHDB research into raspberry cane midge control
AHDB research into control of blackberry leaf midge
AHDB research into control of blackberry mite
AHDB research to develop a monitoring trap for blackberry leaf midge
