wheat midge
The term "wheat midge" refers to small insects that are notorious pests in wheat cultivation, leading to significant agricultural damage.
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Definition
B2Agriculture
(common)A small insect whose larvae feed on wheat kernels, causing damage to the crop and reducing grain quality and yield.
Example
- Farmers are concerned about the wheat midge infestation affecting their harvest.
- The larvae of the wheat midge can significantly reduce the quality of the wheat crop.
C1Entomology
(technical, scientific)A dipterous insect from the family Cecidomyiidae, known for laying eggs in wheat heads, leading to larval feeding on the kernels.
Example
- Researchers are studying the life cycle of the wheat midge to develop better pest control methods.
- The wheat midge, particularly Sitodiplosis mosellana, poses a significant threat to wheat production.
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