This insect on cactus is not just a pest. It is cochineal, a species cultivated and collected for industrial use, mainly to produce carmine, a natural red colorant widely used in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. Its economic value depends on proper cactus management, controlled rearing, and correct harvesting and processing methods. | Samer Salloum
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