Growers responding to the new strain of green peach aphid

Added on 19 March 2025

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Growers responding to the new strain of green peach aphid

Francesco Bourlot, Category Product Manager. Courtesy of Koppert

The agricultural landscape is no stranger to challenges, but the emergence of a new Myzus persicae strain has growers and industry professionals rethinking their approach.

The new strain of green peach aphid is causing widespread concern due to its increased resistance to treatments and accelerated development rate. As this strain continues to spread, the market is beginning to respond, but awareness and preparedness levels vary significantly.

A surprising discovery

When the new Myzus strain first appeared, it caught many growers by surprise. ‘Growers were using their usual treatments and defense protocols for Myzus, only to realize they weren’t working as effectively anymore,’ says Francesco Bourlot, Category Product Manager. This was particularly evident with chemical treatments, such as flonicamid, which had been reliable in the past but suddenly offered little to no control over the infestations.