biology of soybean aphid, aphis glycines. a review

Soybean aphid, Aphis glycines was noted as an invasive pest of soybean and quickly spread within years. Its establishment across a large area of soybean growing regions was facilitated by the previous establishment and spread of its overwintering host, common buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica L. The rapid population expansion suggests high mobility and if left untreated can reduce yield significantly, stunt plant growth. Heavy infestations can result in a covering of dark sooty mold. Large infestations can negatively impact seed quality, size and pod number. It can transmit plant viruses too. At present insecticides and biological control management has a significant impact on soybean aphid population growth.