WHITEFLY
Facts & Information
A tiny sap-sucking insect that also spreads viral diseases across cotton and vegetable crops.
Family Name
Aleyrodidae
What do whitefly look like?
Adults are minute, moth-like white insects that cluster on the undersides of leaves and fly up in clouds when disturbed. Nymphs are flat, oval, and nearly translucent.
How do I get rid of whitefly?
Yellow sticky traps help monitor populations early. Maintaining field hygiene, avoiding excess nitrogen fertilizer, and applying recommended solutions at the right growth stage keep whitefly pressure manageable. Ask your nearest dealer about season-specific recommendations.
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Learn all about whitefly
A tiny sap-sucking insect that also spreads viral diseases across cotton and vegetable crops.
Damage Caused
Leaf yellowing, sooty mould, and virus transmission.
Life Cycle
Around 2–3 weeks in warm conditions.
Peak Season
Hot, dry weather.
Look For
Clouds of tiny white insects when plants are disturbed.
Other pests to know
Cabbage Worm
A common leaf-feeding caterpillar that targets cabbage, cauliflower, and other brassica crops.
Crop PestPink Bollworm
One of the most damaging pests of cotton in Pakistan, feeding inside developing bolls.
Crop PestFall Armyworm
A fast-spreading caterpillar pest that can devastate maize and other cereal crops within days.