Hemp Russet Mite
Overview
Hemp russet mite is a microscopic eriophyid mite capable of causing severe crop distortion and yield loss. Infestations are often difficult to detect early due to the mites' extremely small size.
Symptoms
- Bronzing foliage
- Curling leaf margins
- Stunted growth
- Brittle leaves
- Reduced flower quality
- Rust-like appearance on foliage
Conditions favouring outbreaks
- Warm dry environments
- Dense canopy structure
- Poor scouting visibility
- Continuous cropping