Cecidomyia grossulariæ, or Gooseberry Midge, attacks the fruit, giving it the appearance of ripening prematurely. Considerable fruit is lost in this way.[45]
In closing this chapter, the author feels obliged to express his regrets that no more space could have been appropriated to this important subject. He could only indicate some of the most troublesome insects of our orchards and vineyards, and he hopes that the reader will be induced to pursue the investigation for himself. He knows, by experience, that the study will bring its own reward in the information that is received, and which is absolutely necessary to enable us to combat these troublesome pests successfully.
FOOTNOTES:
[23] Practical Entomologist, 518 South 13th street, Philadelphia, fifty cents a year, in advance.
[24] Vide Prairie Farmer, American Agriculturist, Country Gentleman, etc.
[25] See Practical Entomologist, Vol. II, p. 32.
[26] See Practical Entomologist, Vol. II, p. 31.
[27] Harris, p. 205.
[28] Harris' Report, p. 310.