ASAJA Almería recommends that growers carefully monitor their crops for pests and viral diseases. They should also document any damage carefully, especially if they may need to uproot the crop because of the severity of the infestation.
Pests such as red spider mites, thrips, T. parvispinus, aphids, and others can affect crop development and, in some cases, require growers to decide whether to proceed with the crop. In these situations, growers should document the crop's condition and any damage observed.
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Georeferenced photographs taken before and after uprooting
ASAJA Almería recommends taking georeferenced photographs of the plot at two stages:
- Before they uproot the crop to show the damage and the condition of the plantation.
- After uprooting is complete, to document the plot's condition afterward.
This visual documentation helps prepare a damage report, which is why the farmers' organization recommends keeping the images and all other information related to the incident.
The report should accurately depict the farm's condition and the extent of damage; therefore, collecting information early, before crop removal, is crucial.
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