The infestation of cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) by Dactylopius opuntiae presents a significant challenge to agricultural production in arid and semi‐arid regions globally. This pest not only ...

Dactylopius opuntiae 'stricta' biotype is more effective as a sustainable biocontrol in the fight against the invasive common pest pear Opuntia stricta in Laikipia County, Kenya, compared to physical ...

Israeli scientists appear to be winning the war — or at least holding the fort — against an insect that has been decimating the iconic prickly pear cactus in northern Israel. A team working under ...

A tiny insect is ravaging Tunisia’s prickly pears, a critical source of revenue for the North African country’s agriculture sector and economy. “Our biggest fear, which has caused me insomnia, is the ...