Potato Focus: Aphid Control Update!
Posted on 02 July 2025
Summary of the Aphid Control Update:
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Winged aphids are active in early July due to recent warm weather.
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Virus pressure is rising, especially from PVY and PLRV in potatoes.
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Early detection is vital; regular field assessment is strongly recommended.
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Act quickly if aphids are found to prevent virus spread.
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Recommended products include Clayton Sparta and Clayton Lanark, which are targeted insecticides that offer effective control of a wide range of disease-transmitting aphids in potatoes, including the Peach-potato aphid, Potato aphid, Buckthorn-potato aphid, and others.
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