Development of a sprayable slow-release formulation for the sex pheromone of the Mediterranean Corn Borer, <Emphasis Type="Italic">Sesamia nonagroides</Emphasis> |
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Authors: | Jan J de Vlieger |
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Institution: | (1) TNO Science and Industry, De Rondom 1, Eindhoven, 5612 AP, The Netherlands |
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Abstract: | In the FAIR project “Pheromaize”, CT96-1302, the main objective is to provide European growers with a reliable, cost effective
and environmentally friendly technology based on pest mating disruption. The project is mainly focused on Mediterranean Corn
Borer (MCB), Sesamia nonagroides, the key pest of maize grown under Mediterranean conditions. TNO has developed a sprayable formulation consisting of a biodegradable
matrix in which␣the pheromone is dissolved, together with a UV––stabilizer, an antioxidant, a surfactant and a sticker material.
During outdoor exposure experiments release of pheromone was found to be high enough for more than 30 days. This formulation
has been tested in large scale field experiments by helicopter spraying on 5 ha maize by field partners in Spain, Greece and
France. |
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Keywords: | Slow-release formulation Sprayable Pheromones Mating disruption Sesamia nonagroides |
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