Description:

• Warm, dry weather conditions are favourable for the infestation of aphids.

Damage Symptoms:

• Leaves curl and become deformed.
• Sticky honeydew excreted by aphids leads to sooty mold formation.
• Reduced plant vigour and compromised fruit quality.

Preventive Measures:

• Install sticky traps in the field.
• Place reflective mulches.

Control Measures:

• Spray imidacloprid at 0.5 ml/l or dimethoate at 2 ml/l.