New Research Brings Good News for Strawberry Growers Under Siege From Pests By UF/IFAS News|January 22, 2026 The twospotted spider mite and the chilli thrips are a pain for Florida strawberry growers. Scientists focus on a predatory mite could bring needed relief.Read More
The Hidden Margin Leak Between Projected and Actual Harvest Dates By Muhammad Abdullah, Folio3 Agtech|June 2, 2026
New Round of USDA Aid for Specialty Crops Good News for California Walnuts By California Walnut Commission|June 1, 2026
2 Strawberry Varieties That Stand up Better to Chilli Thrips By UF/IFAS News|March 5, 2025 Study shows two standout strawberry varieties that better resist chilli thrips than others. Find out which ones.
Where are Chilli Thrips Hiding in Strawberry Fields? Right Here Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 6, 2024 Newly published study from University of Florida scientists finds way for growers to reduce insecticide use and still gain control of the pest.
Has a Better Way Been Found To Control Strawberry Pests? By UF/IFAS News|December 28, 2021 Scientists employ a combination of biopesticides and predatory mites to effectively thwart chilli thrips from carrying away your crop.
Can UVC Light Treatment Save Strawberries from Mites and Chilli Thrips? Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 21, 2021 Unique crop protection method put to the test again by researchers looking for ways to gain more ground for growers.
Can Chilli Thrips Be Defeated by Using Less Pesticide? Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 8, 2020 New study shows a little crop protection strategy can go a long way to squelch the tiny insect in Florida strawberries.
