Category: insects

Pistachio psylla: A threatening pest in crops in Castilla-La Mancha and Extremadura

In some areas of Spain, specifically in fourteen municipalities in Castilla-La Mancha and Extremadura, the presence of the pistachio psyllid, a major pest in the Middle East and the eastern Mediterranean, has been confirmed. These insects, belonging to the psyllid family, cause damage to pistachio crops, such as leaf yellowing, leaf curling and premature defoliation. Control of this pest presents difficulties due to its location on the underside of the leaves. There are prevention and control measures to confront this situation, such as the use of physical and chemical treatments, conservation of natural enemies and ecological treatments. In addition, constant monitoring and correct identification of the pest is recommended.

Pests of the pistachio tree: The green stink bug (Nezara viridula L.)

The pistachio crop can be affected by various diseases and pests. The green stink bug (Nezara viridula L.) is one of the most common pests that affects the pistachio tree.

Also known as the almond bug, this hemipteran insect can cause damage to pistachio fruits, causing spots and deformations. To prevent and control this pest, it is important to take measures such as removing vegetation and dead wood around trees, sealing cracks in the trunk and treating with specific insecticides. In addition, it is advisable to adopt preventive and hygiene practices in the plantation.

Protect your plantation from “Clytra” or “Galeruca” now and minimize damage.

Clytra or Galeruca is a pest that affects pistachio cultivation, especially in young plantations or in the most tender shoots of adult plants.