Spring flush

What it is

A period of rapid new growth driven by rising light levels and temperature.

Common pest pattern

• Thrips often surge as flowers and soft growth increase.

Practical grower actions

• Start monitoring early
• Establish beneficials before peak pressure

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System Links

• Ipm System Architecture
• Pest Pressure Hub
• Monitoring & Thresholds Hub
• Biocontrol Strategy Hub
• Environmental Drivers Hub
• Crop Programme Hub