How to identify crop pests. There are a multitude of pests that can damage our crops without us even realizing it. Each of them has its own effects and consequences for our plants, so it is essential to remedy them as soon as we notice something strange.

Knowing that recognizing them is somewhat complicated, from AJF Products we want to help you by explaining the different warning signs that will occur in some of the most common ones. This way, you will know how to identify crop pests as soon as they appear.

We show you how to identify crop pests according to their signs.

Whitefly

When we talk about flies, it seems that in our minds we have the idea that these small animals are totally harmless, but this is not the case. In particular, this species produces harmful consequences for our plants. Not only can we see how they feed on their sap until they wither and kill them, but they also secrete a substance called honeydew that will provoke the appearance of different fungi (black mold) and bacteria. We can recognize it by its sticky texture. In addition, a blackish substance may appear on it, which does not allow light to enter, thus preventing photosynthesis from taking place.

Rust

When rust infestations occur, these fungi especially affect the leaves of the crop. On the beam side, you will begin to see yellow dots appearing , causing discoloration of the surface. On the other hand, on the underside, you will see another type of brown mark with a certain relief.

Caterpillars

These insects are among the most dangerous because, in a short time, they can damage a large part of our crop. They are difficult to see because they have similar colors to the plants, but if you look closely, you will find them. In addition, another way to see if you are suffering from them is to examine if the leaves have signs of bites.

Black Rot (Black-Rot)

If you want to know how to identify pests in crops of this type, it is not complicated. This fungal disease affects the leaves causing light brown polygonal signs to appear on them . Likewise, if we let it advance, we can also observe small black spots on these spots. In addition, if we have any fruit, they can cause dehydration and, as a consequence, rotting.

Where can I find the products to kill these pests?

At AJF Products, we know how dangerous these pests can be to your crops, which is why our catalog features products designed to eliminate them. For example, to combat black rot, we offer MAZEBAX 80, a spray fungicide; while to combat whiteflies, we offer our flagship product , SULTRIN 40-0.5, a triple-action product—insecticide, fungicide, and acaricide—that will eliminate them in just two applications per growing season.

So, if you want information about our products, we recommend you to contact us. We will advise you to choose the one that best suits your situation.

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