Altai experts found a dangerous pest in the Kazakh plum
Specialists of the Altai branch of the CSC AIC investigated the drain that arrived in the region from Kazakhstan. During the inspection, they found an oriental fruit fermenter - a pest that can destroy the entire crop.
A batch of fresh plums from Kazakhstan weighing 15.6 tons entered the Altai branch of the FGBI "CSOC AIC". During the study of samples, an eastern fruit grinder was identified. The applicant was issued a report on the quarantine object. Information about this was also sent to the Rosselkhoznadzor department for the Altai Territory and the Altai Republic for taking appropriate measures regarding products.
It should be noted that the eastern fruit harvester poses a serious threat to agriculture. This pest can lead to the loss of crops in large areas of farms, up to its complete destruction. Affect dangerous insects pear, quince, peach and a number of other garden trees. At the same time, the caterpillars of these pests can easily tolerate frost.
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