Identification of the major insect pests and their biological characteristics in apple orchards (Uzbekistan)

Abstract

The study presents biological characteristics of the major apple pests in Uzbekistan. For evaluating the key insects, field observation has been conducted. The in-situ results have identified six major apple pests in three selected research areas of the province. Thus, in this study, the biological behavior and potential harm of the determined pests on apple trees are provided. This field-based investigation helps to establish an integrated method to fight against those harmful pests and their devastating influence.