Calag Archive
Calag Archive
Reflective mulches foil insects
Publication Information
California Agriculture 33(7):17-19.
Published July 01, 1979
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Summary
Use of reflective mulches (aluminum-coated paper and white polyethylene plastic) has been successful in deceiving aphids that would transmit watermelon mosaic virus to summer squash. Mineral oil sprays applied to foliage also prevent aphids from inoculating plants with virus.