Do I have to report black olive scale?

No. black olive scale is not a notifiable organism, so there is nothing to report to an authority. Treat it as a normal garden problem.

How is black olive scale treated?

Mainly with biological and cultural measures — removing affected material, changing the conditions that favour it, and treating with agents approved in your country. The exact steps and their timing depend on the plant, the season and where you live: Dr. Phyto works them out in a free diagnosis.

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black olive scale

Saissetia oleae

Symptoms

Black domed scales on twigs and leaves.

Plants affected

olive tree

Treatment

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Common questions

How do I recognise black olive scale on olive tree?: Black domed scales on twigs and leaves.
Do I have to report black olive scale?: No. black olive scale is not a notifiable organism, so there is nothing to report to an authority. Treat it as a normal garden problem.
How is black olive scale treated?: Mainly with biological and cultural measures — removing affected material, changing the conditions that favour it, and treating with agents approved in your country. The exact steps and their timing depend on the plant, the season and where you live: Dr. Phyto works them out in a free diagnosis.

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