What pests and problems hit zucchini and how do I manage them?

The big issues in zucchini are sucking pests and virus. Whitefly and aphids spread mosaic and yellowing viruses that can ruin a crop, and you also get fruit fly, red pumpkin beetle and powdery mildew on the leaves. Manage by controlling whitefly early, using yellow sticky traps, removing virus-infected plants, and treating powdery mildew with recommended fungicides following the label and pre harvest interval. Poor fruit set in early flowers is also common until bees become active, so do not panic over the first few flowers. Confirm specific chemicals and doses with your KVK for your area.