Final diagnosis


Scale insects

White pseudo-moss corresponding to <b> <i> Pseudococcus viburni </i> </b> (cochineal, scale insects) at the base of this tomato plant.
High concentration of mealybugs on tomato stems. <b> <i> Pseudococcus viburni </i> </b> (mealybug, scale insects)
In addition to <b> sooty mold </b>, numerous white <b> mealybugs </b> (scale insects) in different stages are visible on the stem, petioles and, to a lesser extent, the fruit of this tomato base. <b> In the presence of sooty mold, remember to incriminate the pests </b>
Detail of mealybugs present on a tomato stalk. <b> <i> Pseudococcus viburni </i> </b> (cochineal, scale insects)
Appearance of a pinkish caterpillar measuring on average 4 mm long (<i> <b> Pseudococcus viburni </b> </i>, mealybug, scale insects)