Pheromone Monitoring Lure for Epiphyes postvittana, Light Brown Apple Moth
A regular pest of many top fruits, in particular apples and grapes where damage is often very serious. This omnivorous leaf roller, often referred to by its initials (LBAM), will attack a wide range of cultivated and wild plants. Caterpillars feed on leaves and later can eat cavities into the fruits. The number of generations varies from two in cooler areas a more than three per annum in northern areas depending on location and climate.
Available singly, price discounts for bulk orders. Prices on application.
Description
Directions for Use
The Delta trap is recommended for this insect. The traps should be placed in the orchard before the first moths normally appear and maintained until the end of the season. This is normally between April and September. The exact time of insect emergence will vary with location and seasonal variation. The traps should be placed at head height within the tree canopy and located centrally within the orchard with at least 50m between each trap. In vines it is recommended that the trap be placed clear of the foliage either by placing trap on a stake away from the plant or by pruning the growing vines away from the trap.
One trap should be sufficient to monitor up to 3 hectares of a uniform orchard/vineyard. In the case of irregular areas 1 trap per hectare is recommended. Lures should be changed every 6 weeks or earlier. The sticky inserts should normally be changed when the lures are changed. In situations where high insect catches or dusty conditions have led to the deterioration of the glue surface the inserts should be changed. It is recommended that at each reading the trapped insects and any other debris be removed. To avoid affecting the efficiency of the trapping system it is strongly recommended that traps be used for only the one species. Never use the lures for other species in this trap.
Storage Instructions
This product is sealed in impermeable packaging for storage and shipping. Keep product away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks and open flame. The dispensers and systems should be kept under good storage conditions at below 15°C when the dispensers will retain their activity and attraction for a minimum of 18 months. Bulk storage of dispensers for periods of up to 24 months is possible by refrigeration at temperatures of 4°C or below. Keep dispensers inside their sealed packaging until use. When replaced, the old dispenser should be completely removed from the area of use and destroyed to prevent interference with the fresh replacement/ recharge dispenser.
| Latin Name | Epiphyas postvittana |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Light Brown Apple Moth (LBAM) |
| Pheromone Active | (E)-11-Tetradecenyl acetate (≥97%) (E,E)-9,11-Tetradecadienyl acetate (≥97%) |
| Dispenser | Septa dosed with pheromone |
| Material | Natural Rubber |
| Active Life | 6–8 weeks (temperature dependent) |
| Packaging | Individually sachet packed |
| Sachet Material | Foil Lined Laminate |
| Shelf Life | Up to 2 years when stored in cool, dry conditions |
| Recommended Trap | Delta Trap |
