or sticks at max. 30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic wasps will then also
making the crop and its fruit sticky. Black fungal moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) grow on this honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering
Characteristically, dark sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp .) are often found growing on this honeydew. Additionally, the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs
and technology to minimise environmental impact. This has allowed them to grow and strengthen their competitiveness in international markets. Thanks to
facing many citrus-producing countries across the world. The populations can grow quickly and cause considerable damage, because the saliva that they inject
the leaves, blocking the stomata and impeding gas exchange. Sooty moulds grow on the honeydew, blocking the light from the leaves and reducing photosynthesis
(Frankliniella occidentalis) prefer to feed on developing plant tissues such as growing tips and flower buds. When these tissues develop further, the leaves and
present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed up by the growing nymphs and also Spidex eggs that are present will hatch amidst the appropriate