Diseases & Pests
A scientific and prophylactic approach to protect the excellence of Victoria Pineapple against bio-aggressors.
CIRAD Expertise
Data based on the 2015 standards - Reunion.
Natural Control
Priority to prophylactic and bio-sanitizing methods.
Health Vigilance
Daily monitoring for early detection of outbreaks.
Pathology Catalogue.
Identification of the main aggressors present on the Victoria pineapple and associated prophylactic measures.
Wilt Disease
Mealybug & Ant Association
Bio-Description
Viral disease transmitted by mealybugs living in symbiosis with ants. Maintenance of the virus in suckers.
Manifestation
Severe root alterations, drying out, downward curling of leaves, stunted fruits. Development in patches.
Control & Prevention
Symphylans
Myriapods (< 1cm)
Bio-Description
Small organisms devouring roots, blocking nutrition and drastically slowing down plant growth.
Manifestation
Roots shaped like 'clubs' or 'witches' brooms' depending on plant age and intensity.
Control & Prevention
Nematodes
Microscopic worms
Bio-Description
Colonize and alter root tips, totally blocking root system development.
Manifestation
Small-sized plants, narrow and reddish leaves, appearance of galls on roots.
Control & Prevention
Phytophthora
Fungal heart rot
Bio-Description
Fungus causing heart rot of the plant. Major risk in low-lying areas and stagnant humidity.
Manifestation
Yellowing of young leaves, softening, easy detachment with characteristic foul odor.
Control & Prevention
Local Production Challenges
An unpredictable threat.
Macaque monkeys pose a major challenge for Victoria pineapple in Mauritius. Their incursions can affect up to 5% of a harvest in the maturation phase.
Damage to hearts
Monkeys tear out the hearts of young plants, permanently stopping their growth.
Fruit consumption
Targeted attacks on fruits close to harvest (Sugar Victoria).
Our Protection Solutions
Perimeter
Solar electrified fences
Monitoring
Patrols & Scarers
Vigilance & Excellence.
The success of Premium Victoria Pineapple tolerates no sanitary compromise. Each plant is inspected, each plot is monitored to guarantee a healthy and tasty fruit."
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Heavy Pesticides
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Prophylactic Monitoring
Contact Info
Our Office
W36 Cité Barkly, Beau Bassin, Mauritius
Call Us
+230 5984 8411
Email Us
head@agri-harvest.mu
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