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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Aphids are common garden pests in Lusaka, causing damage to plants and attracting diseases. Severe infestations can lead to stunted growth, low yields, and plant death. Managing aphids involves improving plant health, using organic pesticides, and monitoring for effectiveness. Prevention is crucial, especially in areas affected by drought and flooding.
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Slug and snail infestations can harm plants and produce. Homemade remedies like clearing weeds, handpicking pests, and using homemade sprays can work. Store-bought remedies include Snailban pallets, which have metaldehyde and can be harmful to pets and kids. Multiguard has an iron-based spray and copper tape that can be used as a preventive measure. Use salt moderately to avoid harming young plants. Trimming overgrown plants and clearing weeds helps expose pests to hot, dry weather. Follow store-bought remedy instructions.
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Fruit flies are the primary cause of global fruit spoilage. They lay eggs in developing fruits, which appear as rotten with maggots in ripe fruits. The insects target fruits like guava, mango, apple, and more but spare some like raspberries and figs. Effective control measures include traps and extermination of infected fruits. Synchronized community efforts and consistent year-round surveillance are crucial for successful prevention.
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