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Pests, Diseases & DisordersWhy can dusty orchard roads complicate spider-mite management on nearby mangoes?
Dust on foliage can favor damaging mite problems and interfere with their natural control. Check whether the most affected mangoes border dusty traffic routes rather than assuming fertilizer or irrigation explains the entire pattern. Reducing unnecessary dust generation is part of habitat management, not a substitute for identifying mites. Do not use polluted water or create runoff hazards in an attempt to suppress road dust.