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CAI Guide - Carrot rust fly (IPM)

The carrot rust fly is an insect pest that feeds on carrots, parsnips and celery.

CAI Guide - Caterpillars in berry crops (IPM)

Leafrollers and spanworms are generally the most common caterpillars to cause damage in berry crops.

CAI Guide - Caterpillars in cole crops (IPM)

Three main species of caterpillars affect cole crops in BC: the imported cabbageworm (Pieris rapae), the cabbage looper (Trichoplusiani) and the diamondback moth (Plutellaxylostella). Larvae feed on the foliage and heads of cole crops, which creates holes that affect the quality of the crop and…

CAI Guide - Mummy berry (IPM)

Mummy berry (Monoliniavaccinii-corymbosi) is a fungal disease in blueberries.

CAI Guide - Powdery mildew in cucurbits (IPM)

Powdery mildew is a widespread fungal disease in cucurbits. Infections can cause early defoliation and premature fruit ripening, affecting fruit set, size, quality and storability. The common name “powdery mildew” is also found in other crop groups, but those are different fungi that cannot infect…

CAI Guide - Powdery mildew in strawberries (IPM)

Powdery mildew is one of the major strawberry diseases that attacks all parts of the plant but is usually first seen on the older leaves. The common name “powdery mildew” is also found in other crop groups, but those are different fungi that cannot infect strawberries.

CAI Guide - Tuber flea beetle (IPM)

Tuber flea beetles (TFBs) are small black beetles that feed on Solanaceous plants, including potatoes. The most significant damage is done by the larvae, which feed directly on potato tubers and reduce marketability.

CAI Guide - Two-spotted spider mites in berry crops (IPM)

Two-spotted spider mites (TSSM; Tetranychus urticae Koch) feed directly on plants and can cause damage on a range of crops, including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, eggplants and cucumbers. They can cause serious yield loss in high infestations.

CAI Guide - Two-spotted spider mites in greenhouse cucumbers (IPM)

Two-spotted spider mites (TSSM; Tetranychus urticae Koch) can cause damage on a range of crops, including cucurbits, strawberries, eggplants and tomatoes. They are often an issue in greenhouse crops as they thrive in hot and dry conditions.

CAI Guide - Yellow rust (IPM)

Yellow rust is a fungal disease that is a pest in raspberry crops. It can infect any growing part of a raspberry plant, although it is most commonly found on the leaves.

CAI Factsheet - Reflective Tarps Maintain Blueberry Quality (Extreme Heat)

CAI Factsheet - How to Use Reflective Tarps for Blueberry Protection (Extreme Heat)

CAI Report - Managing Extreme Heat with Reflective Tarps in the Blueberry Industry

CAI Report - Pest and pollinator assessment on Vancouver Island

This report reviews and summarizes current resources, monitoring activities and research related to agriculturally relevant pests, pollinators and beneficial insects in the Vancouver Island region. Gaps, opportunities and priorities are identified, and climate change considerations are included.