What type of pests are primarily targeted by deeper soil treatments?

Deeper soil treatments are specifically designed to target pests that inhabit the lower strata of the soil profile, which includes various types of soil-dwelling organisms that can infest the roots and lower portions of plants. These treatments involve the application of pesticides or other control measures that penetrate deeper into the soil where these pests reside, allowing for more effective management of infestations that are not accessible through surface treatments.

Root-dwelling pests, while they may be a concern, are typically addressed through both deeper treatments and surface applications, depending on their specific behaviors and life cycles. Surface-dwelling pests are generally not the target for deeper soil treatments, as they inhabit the upper layers of soil or surface area. Fungal pests, although significant in plant pathology, are managed through different methods such as fungicides and cultural practices rather than strictly through soil treatment targeting.

Thus, the focus on deeper-soil pests confirms that these treatments are intended to directly address the pest populations that thrive in the deeper soil layers, enhancing the efficacy of pest control measures used by applicators in managing soil-associated health issues in plants.