Common crops affected
Why it matters
They sap vigour and spread viruses, and breed continuously in warmth so populations escalate fast without intervention.
When to act
Scout from early crop; act at low numbers and stay ahead of the cycle.
What to look for
- White adults rising in clouds when disturbed
- Nymphs and eggs on leaf undersides
- Sticky honeydew and sooty mould
- Weak growth and virus symptoms
How to manage it
- Use yellow sticky traps; quarantine new plants.
- Remove heavily infested lower leaves.
- Spray Spider Mite Control on leaf undersides; repeat every 3–5 days.
Recommended Vegalab program
A registered Vegalab encapsulated insecticide for whitefly — see the Product Finder; zero PHI and zero REI.
| Role | Product | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Primary control | Spider Mite Control | Contact control of soft-bodied pests |
| Broader pressure | MultiMite Control | Mixed pest pressure |
Product claims, rates, and availability vary by jurisdiction; always follow the applicable label.