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Pest & Disease Management

Common Pests and Diseases

Irish potatoes are susceptible to pests and diseases that can significantly reduce yield. Proper identification is key to management.

Larvae bore into tubers, causing damage and increasing risk of rot.

Aphids suck sap from leaves and can transmit viruses such as PVY and PLRV.

Larvae live in soil and feed on tubers, causing direct damage.

Caused by Phytophthora infestans; water-soaked lesions on leaves and stems, can destroy crops quickly.

Microscopic worms attacking roots, reducing yield significantly.

Concentric brown lesions on foliage; caused by Alternaria solani.