(Tetranychus spp.)
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Spider mites are very small (1/64 inch) insect relatives. The body is pale yellow to red, with two dark spots sometimes visible.
Mites feed on the underside of leaflets, with damage first appearing as yellow flecking on the upper surface. Heavy infestations kill the leaves and result in “scorched” areas in the field. Mite outbreaks are associated with drought conditions. Infestations in the South can be particularly severe in fields previously treated with foliar insecticides. Spider mites are a sporadic problem in both the Midwest and South. |
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