Thrips in the grow room: silvery leaf stripes and black droppings as early warning signs — combat with blue sticky traps and predatory mites effectively.
Recognisable features: Silvery stripes on leaves, black droppings, tiny yellow insects. Monitoring: Blue sticky traps (thrips prefer blue). Biological control: Predatory mites Amblyseius cucumeris, Orius bugs. Systemic agents for severe infestations. Quarantine and hygiene are crucial for containment.
Thrips cause silvery spots on the leaves and may leave behind small black dots (feces). Also look for deformed or curled leaves.
To control thrips, you can use neem oil, insecticidal soaps, or biological control with predatory mites. Regular monitoring and good hygiene in the growing area are also important.
To prevent thrips, you should quarantine new plants before bringing them into the greenhouse and regularly check the area for pests. Good air circulation and avoiding overwatering also help.
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