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Aphids on Imperial Valley beets
Authors
R. C. DicksonE. F. Laird
Authors Affiliations
R. C. Dickson is Professor of Entomology, University of California, Riverside; E. F. Laird, Jr., Principal Laboratory Technician, University of California, Riverside.Publication Information
Hilgardia 16(11):6-7. DOI:10.3733/ca.v016n11p6. November 1962.
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Abstract
The only aphid that breeds on sugar beets in the Imperial Valley is the green peach aphid. This pest often builds up to high populations in late winter and early spring and reduces yields by feeding injury and by transmitting yellows viruses.
Dickson R, Laird E. 1962. Aphids on Imperial Valley beets. Hilgardia 16(11):6-7. DOI:10.3733/ca.v016n11p6
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