Tag: Banana Spider Mite
Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You Love
Read more: Brutal Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Protecting the Fruit You LoveBanana Bonanza or Bust? Conquering Pests and Diseases of Banana Cultivars Bananas (Musa spp.) are a vital source of nutrition and income for millions globally. However, numerous pests and diseases threaten their cultivation. This paper compares and contrasts the susceptibility of nine popular Musa banana cultivars to these threats: Sweetheart Fhia-3, Double Mahoi, Dwarf Orinoco,…
Broad mites are a vicious species that infests banana plants
Read more: Broad mites are a vicious species that infests banana plantsMite species that can infest banana plants Here’s a breakdown of the major mite insect threats to bananas: Broad Mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus): Banana Spider Mite (Tetranychus lambi): Important Note: While my previous information mentioned Banana Spider Mites being the most common threat, Broad Mites are actually considered a more significant concern. Other Potential Mite Threats:…
