Management of fungus gnats in nursery production
Fungus gnats (Bradysia spp., Sciaridae) are small, mosquito-like flies which are a common problem in production nurseries and propagation greenhouses where seedlings are being grown. Larvae can cause significant damage, substantial economic loss and both adults and larvae can spread fungal diseases such as Chalara, Botrytis, Pythium, Phytophthora, Chalara, Fusarium, Rhizoctonia and Verticillium. Management of fungus gnats requires careful and deliberate planning.