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Understanding Red Gram Aphids: Aphis craccivora and Its Damage Traits
Red gram, or pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), is a vital crop in many parts of the world, including Kenya. However, like any other agricultural produce, it is susceptible to various…
Guarding Against Bean Aphids: Recognizing Aphis craccivora and Its Damage Traits
Bean aphids, scientifically known as Aphis craccivora, are a common pest that can wreak havoc on your bean crops. These tiny insects may seem inconspicuous, but their ability to reproduce…
Understanding Chilli Stem Borer: Euzophera perticella
The chilli stem borer, Euzophera perticella, is a moth that can cause significant damage to chilli plants. The larvae of the moth bore into the stems of the plants, weakening…
Understanding the Benefits and Uses of Rindomil Gold Fungicide
Rindomil Gold fungicide is a broad-spectrum fungicide that is used to control a wide variety of fungal diseases in plants. It is a systemic fungicide, which means that it is…
Common Pests and Diseases That Affect Broccoli Farming In Kenya
Broccoli, Brassica oleracea, is an herbaceous annual or biennial grown for its edible flower heads which are used as a vegetable. The broccoli plant has a thick green stalk, or stem,…
Understanding Aphids and How To Control Them On Fruit Trees
Aphids are small bugs that suck the sap from underneath the fruit tree’s leaves. This loss of sugar and moisture causes the leaves to curl, yellow, and drop. They also deposit honeydew, which…
Fall armyworm in maize; Understanding In Detail
Fall armyworm is larvae stage of fall army worm moth. It is a migratory pest native to America and was first reported in Africa in 2016. The army worm causes…
Understanding The Deadly Coffee Leaf Rust Disease
Coffee leaf rust, also called coffee rust, devastating foliar disease of coffee plants caused by the fungus Hemileia vastatrix. Long known in coffee-growing areas of Africa. Growing and farming plants is a lot of work, especially in…
Understanding Downy Mildew On Onion
Downy Mildew is a fungal disease caused by the pathogen Peronospora destructor. This destructive fungus primarily affects onions and related Allium species, such as garlic and leeks. It thrives in…
Comprehensive Guide to Pests and Diseases Affecting Wheat Farming in Kenya
Wheat farming is one of the main agricultural activities in Kenya, providing income and employment opportunities to many farmers and stakeholders throughout the value chain. The crop is mainly grown…