Summary
- There are around 4,000 species of aphids that can cause significant damage to plants.
- The woolly apple aphid is a serious pest of apple trees, infesting both roots and above-ground growth.
- Traditional insecticide methods have become less effective due to resistance, prompting the exploration of alternative control methods like entomopathogenic fungi.
- Research at Stellenbosch University has shown promising results in using fungi to effectively control the woolly apple aphid.