An outbreak of Scrobipalpula absoluta (Meyrick) in tomato crop in the semi-arid tropic

Authors

  • Gilberto J. de Moraes
  • José A. Normanha Filho

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-3921.pab1982.v17.15710

Abstract

An outbreak of Scrobipalpula absoluta (Meyrick) in the semi-arid tropic of Brazil is reported for the first time. This probable new pest was found causing a serious problem to the tomato crop by feeding on shoots, leaves and fruits.

How to Cite

Moraes, G. J. de, & Filho, J. A. N. (2014). An outbreak of Scrobipalpula absoluta (Meyrick) in tomato crop in the semi-arid tropic. Pesquisa Agropecuaria Brasileira, 17(3), 503–504. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-3921.pab1982.v17.15710

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Section

SCIENTIFIC NOTES