Stop Potato Viruses Before They Start

August 21, 2025

Once potato viruses hit your crop, there’s no cure. But there is a way to prevent them, naturally. Small-scale farmers know that aphids spread most potato viruses, but here's what many don't know: the right wildflowers attract beneficial insects that hunt down aphids before they damage your potatoes. Our latest guide reveals nine specific wildflowers that bring natural predators to your farm, creating a living defense system around your potato fields.

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Happy Growing,

The Modern Farmer Team

Farmers who have encountered potato viruses know there is no viable treatment for them. But preventative measures go beyond ensuring seed quality is high. Here are 9 wildflowers that attract predators of the aphid vector species.