The big picture: using wildflower strips for pest control
They may be beautiful, but these strips prove pretty deadly for every farmer's mortal enemy: aphids
Science
Rob Ostacchini
Entomologist - Scientific Technician
Agroecosystem Health and Pest Management
Location
Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, AL5 2JQ
Tel
+44 (0) 1582 938 464
Biography
Rob is working as part of the Rothamsted Insect Survey to assist in the collection and identification of major crop pests, particularly aphids. Rob is also the point of contact and chief operator for the Rothamsted Insect Survey's high-speed camera system.