{"id":5211,"date":"2026-07-16T09:30:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T07:30:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.msbiotech.net\/?p=5211"},"modified":"2026-06-25T15:38:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T13:38:35","slug":"mites-and-thrips-in-agricultural-crops-how-to-recognise-them-and-sustainably-limit-damage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.msbiotech.net\/en\/acari-e-tripidi-nelle-colture-agricole-come-riconoscerli-e-limitare-i-danni-in-modo-sostenibile\/","title":{"rendered":"Mites and thrips in agricultural crops: how to recognise them and sustainably limit damage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mites and thrips<\/strong> they represent some of the main phytophagous pests that can compromise the productivity and quality of numerous agricultural crops. Vegetables, vines, fruit trees, and ornamental crops can suffer significant damage when infestations are not identified and managed promptly.<\/span><\/p>\n

In recent years, rising temperatures and favourable climatic conditions have contributed to a greater spread of these organisms, making it essential to adopt preventive and sustainable management strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Understanding the behaviour of mites and thrips allows for more effective intervention, reducing the risk of economic damage and preserving the productive potential of crops.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are mites<\/b><\/h2>\n

The mites<\/strong> they are extremely small organisms, often difficult to observe with the naked eye. Among the most widespread species in agriculture are Red spider mite<\/strong> (Tetranychus urticae), responsible for significant damage to numerous crops.<\/span><\/p>\n

The mites are mainly located on the underside of the leaves, where they feed by piercing plant cells and extracting nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n

Infestations tend to develop rapidly during periods characterised by high temperatures and low relative humidity.<\/span><\/p>\n

The symptoms caused by mites<\/b><\/h2>\n

Affected plants may show various symptoms, including:<\/span><\/p>\n