How to control black cherry aphid with open beneficial insect rearing

Natural pest control in cherry orchards using beneficial insects and open rearing systems

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Detail description

Beneficial insects such as hoverflies, ladybirds, and parasitic wasps are reared on cereal aphids to control black cherry aphid in low-stem cherry orchards with rain protection covers and full netting. This early-season biological control method supports sustainable pest management.

Contribution detail info

Project

BIOFRUITNET

Boosting Innovation in Organic FRUIT production through strong knowledge NETworks

Location
Switzerland
Authors
Clémence Boutry
Purpose
Adopt innovative practices, Other

File type
document
Created on
Mar 20, 2026
Origin language
English
Official project website
License
Other