Commercial Farming

Introduction | The Olive Fruit Fly February 2025 — The olive fruit fly (Bactrocera oleae) is one of the most common pests threatening olive production worldwide. This small, yellowish-brown insect, about the size of a housefly, specifically targets olives, laying its eggs inside the fruit. The larvae feed inside the olive’s flesh, causing irreversible damage that

Guarding the Green | Pest Control Advisors and Farming By now, the value of insect monitoring in commercial agriculture is no secret and as the industry expands into the realm of automated pest monitoring, the question that many farmers are left asking is, “okay…I know what insect pests are in my fields. How do I

Guarding Your Grove | Understanding Almond Pest Monitoring The almond industry is a cornerstone of American agriculture, with California’s Great Central Valley being responsible for producing 82% of the world’s almond supply across 1.5 million acres. This agricultural sector not only fuels local economies but also helps meet the growing global demand for healthy, plant-based