AL22003: An integrated pest management program for the Australian almond industry – Phase 2
Current Project
This project delivers an integrated pest management program for the Australian almond industry through providing growers with a toolkit of effective practices, new technologies and practical guidelines.
Through a diverse program of activities including field days, presentations and publications, the project will equip almond producers and processors with the knowledge and tools required to implement cost-effective integrated pest management strategies for carpophilus beetle and carob moth.
The priority focus areas for the project are to:
Complete the development of ‘attract and kill’ technology for carpophilus beetles
Complete the development of a female lure and trap for carob moth
Continue research on carob moth mating disruption
Develop improved strategies for management of postharvest and storage pests
Investigate options to improve biological control of carpophilus beetle and carob moth
Communicate knowledge and understanding of integrated pest management tools and strategies to industry through effective extension.