Petroleum, fruit, and melon fly lures are effective for various species of pests. Regular trap inspections, salvaging parts, and proper placement can maximise their lifespan and effectiveness. #LoveHomeGrown
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Pheromone water traps draw and kill harmful moths, stopping infestations in crops like tomatoes and Brassicas. Regular checks help manage pests. #LoveHomeGrown
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Prewinter activities adjust to climate changes with pest control, weeding, plant propagation, and transplanting, promoting productivity and plant health despite unpredictable weather. #LoveHomeGrown.
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February’s rains refresh dry landscapes but introduce pest threats. Manage fungal infections carefully while watching for new infestations and preventing disease spread. #LoveHomeGrown
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Mealy bugs and scale insects damage plants but can be managed using eco-balance and pest-specific pesticides. Informing neighbours and proactively addressing the issue is essential. #LoveHomeGrown
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Due to availability and cost, wooden block lures are used to replace petroleum-based ones. They can be used in various traps and provide effective protection against fruit flies in stone fruits. #LoveHomeGrown
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Yellow Sticky Traps are essential in organic pest control. They can be reused by restoring stickiness and colour with products like The Good Farm spray, reducing pest control costs. #LoveHomeGrown.
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Whiteflies are known for sucking sap from plants, laying eggs on the underside of leaves, and frequently infesting crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, and other plants, which can lead to decreased yields and the development of viral diseases. Various control measures are available, including spraying the plants with Neem oil, watering the underside of the leaves, and utilising sticky traps. In severe infestations, organic pesticide sprays and parasitic fungi can be deployed. Moreover, during the rainy season, spraying can be particularly effective in preventing outbreaks.
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Lusaka’s maturing mangoes attract a surge of fruit flies, particularly the invasive oriental fly, risking potential infection. Late-season exotic mangoes are especially vulnerable due to prior infestation in other early-ripening fruits. Measures to control this infestation include trap replacement and doubling, burying fallen fruits, pesticide use, and fruit bagging or netting.
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Fruit flies are a significant cause of fruit rot globally, affecting various fruit types. The Chipko fruit fly trap employs a lure to trap these pests, which can be used for surveillance and mass trapping if infestation is severe. The traps require monthly checking, emptying of the fruit flies and lure replacement every two months.
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