Pest Profile: Solanaceae Flea Beetle

Content Source: Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)

Resource Explained

This factsheet explains how to identify and manage flea beetles that commonly attack crops in the nightshade family, such as potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers. It outlines ecological pest-management strategies for organic systems, such as monitoring populations, supporting beneficial insects, and using crop diversity and other cultural practices to reduce damage to solanaceous crops.

Region

Midwest, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic, Northwest, Plains, Southeast, West/Southwest

Topic

Insect/Pest Management

Category

Vegetables/Fruits

Year Published

2022

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