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How to Manage Pests
UC Pest Management Guidelines
Fig
Fig Mite
Scientific Name: Aceria fici
(Reviewed 7/06,
updated 7/06)
In this Guideline:
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The fig mite is a widely distributed, microscopic mite (0.003 to
0.005 inch long) that has two pairs of legs near the anterior end of a
wedge-shaped, pale yellow body.
The fig mite infests bud scales and young leaves. Feeding causes a
faint russetting of the leaves, generally in the interior portion of the canopy
and may result in leaf drop and stunting of twigs. More importantly, this mite
transmits the fig mosaic virus. The virus is not present in the egg stage of
the mite, but once acquired through feeding is retained through molts.
To help reduce virus transmission, monitor leaves about a month
after they emerge (May) to detect fig mites. Use a 20X hand lens to examine
leaves. Treat when foliage damage appears. A second application may be
necessary.
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Amount to Use |
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pesticide, consider information relating to impact on natural enemies and honey bees and environmental impact.
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SULFUR# |
40 lb |
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MODE OF ACTION: Unknown. An inorganic miticide. |
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UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines: Fig
UC ANR Publication 3447
Insects and Mites
R. L. Coviello, UC UC Cooperative Extension, Fresno County
W. J. Bentley, UC IPM Program, Kearney Agricultural Center, Parlier
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