Pests

In many gardens, food crops like maize, beans, and vegetables dominate the landscape. But tucked between these familiar rows, or planted quietly along garden …

It is the season of the year when maize fields are attacked by all kinds of pests. The following are the common field pests …

As Uganda’s farmers strive to meet growing demands, they still face the daunting challenge of pests including thrips, fruit flies, and caterpillars continuing to …

By Umar Nsubuga Passion fruit farming is a lucrative business for many Ugandan farmers, but it comes with several challenges, including attacks from harmful insects. Twaha …

By Umar Nsubuga Tomatoes are among the most popular crops grown by farmers due to their high demand and versatility in cooking. However, they …

By Umar Nsubuga Joseph Bukenya, a seasoned tomato farmer in Luwero, knows firsthand the challenges pests pose to tomato crops. Over the years, he …

By Joshua Kato  There is a wide range of pests that attack bees, thereby reducing honey production.  Some of these are insects like termites while others are …

By Umar Nsubuga Small things in agriculture cost a colossal sum. By the time the small matter is noticed, then it has become such …

Pest is an organism that is a nuisance to crops. It can cause the eventual loss of the crop if it is not tackled …

Melons are always attacked by fungal diseases such as powdery and downy mildew.  At least spray once a week in the dry season and …