Evaluation of a non-chemical disinfestation treatment on quality of pome fruit and mortality of lepidopterous pests

1999 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 335 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Chervin ◽  
S. L. Kreidl ◽  
P. R. Franz ◽  
A. J. Hamilton ◽  
S. R. Whitmore ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cold Storage ◽  
Life Stage ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Cold Treatment ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Effective Control ◽  
Pome Fruit ◽  
Treatment Comparison ◽  
Lightbrown Apple Moth ◽  
Time Required

Australian pome fruit exports to northern America and Japan are rejected if they contain lightbrown apple moth (Epiphyas postvittana Walker) or codling moth (Cydia pomonella Linnaeus) respectively. A warm controlled atmosphere (CA) disinfestation treatment (72 h at 28˚C at 0, 1 or 2 kPa O2 ), followed by varying lengths of cold storage (5 weeks, 10 weeks or 6 months), is described. Four cultivars were studied: Packham’s Triumph pears (Pyrus communis Linnaeus); Royal Gala; Fuji and Pink Lady apples (Malus domestica Borkh.). Consumer panels found that fruit subjected to the 2 kPa O2 warm CA treatment and cold storage were as acceptable as control fruit. This is an important finding as previously published results for a harsher treatment described treated fruit (especially Pink Lady) as being less acceptable than controls. Some advanced ripening was observed for treated Packham’s Triumph pears. After 5 and 10 weeks cold storage, treated Royal Gala apples were generally firmer than the controls. Insects were also subjected to the 2 kPa O2 warm CA treatment. The most tolerant life stage (MTS) of lightbrown apple moth was the sixth instar with an LT95 of 37 days cold storage (0.5˚C) after the 2 kPa O2 warm CA treatment. Comparison with previous research suggests that the 2 kPa O2 warm CA treatment approximately halves the time required in cold storage for effective control of late instar lightbrown apple moth. A LT95 of 81 days was achieved for fifth instar codling moths (considered to be the MTS) and this may need to be reduced for export to Japan. Preliminary observations suggested that there may not be substantial difference between the resistance of non-diapausing and pre-diapausing codling moth larvae to the warm CA followed by cold treatment.

scholarly journals A Two-component Quarantine Treatment for Postharvest Control of Codling Moth on Apple Cultivars Intended for Export to Japan and Korea

2000 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 186-194 ◽  
Author(s):  
James D. Hansen ◽  
Harold R. Moffitt ◽  
Dennis J. Albano ◽  
Millie L. Heidt ◽  
Stephen R. Drake ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cold Storage ◽  
Methyl Bromide ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Treatment Comparison ◽  
Two Component ◽  
Confirmatory Tests ◽  
Sigmoid Curve ◽  
Apple Cultivars ◽  
Regression Slopes

Confirmatory tests were performed on a two-component quarantine treatment against the codling moth (Cydia pomonella L.) (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae) for seven apple [Malus sylvestris (L.) var. domestica (Borkh.) Mansf.] cultivars ('Delicious,' `Golden Delicious,' `Braeburn,' `Fuji,' `Gala,' `Jonagold,' and `Granny Smith') intended for export to Japan and Korea. Treatment consists of a 55-day cold storage at 40 °F (2.2 °C) or below, followed by a 2-hour methyl bromide fumigation (0.056 oz/ft3 or 56 g·m-3) at 50 °F (10 °C). No eggs or larvae survived this treatment. Comparison tests were conducted on all cultivars to demonstrate no difference in insect responses between a previously accepted cultivar and proposed cultivars. Concentration-mortality responses were determined for each of the components and no statistical differences were found in the regression slopes of pest mortality with controlling variable (either cold exposure or fumigation) among all cultivars. Descriptive mathematical models, developed for the effects of cold storage on egg mortality and for methyl bromide fumigation on larvae mortality, were sigmoid curve equations.

scholarly journals Pest Management Challenges and Control Practices in Codling Moth: A Review

Insects ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Kadoić Balaško ◽  
Renata Bažok ◽  
Katarina M. Mikac ◽  
Darija Lemic ◽  
Ivana Pajač Živković
Keyword(s):  
Insecticide Resistance ◽  
Insect Pest ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Genetic Research ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Fruit Production ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Effective Control ◽  
Pome Fruit ◽  
Proactive Management

The codling moth, Cydia pomonella L., is a serious insect pest in pome fruit production worldwide with a preference for apple. The pest is known for having developed resistance to several chemical groups of insecticides, making its control difficult. The control and management of the codling moth is often hindered by a lack of understanding about its biology and ecology, including aspects of its population genetics. This review summarizes the information about the origin and biology of the codling moth, describes the mechanisms of resistance in this pest, and provides an overview of current research of resistant pest populations and genetic research both in Europe and globally. The main focus of this review is on non-pesticide control measures and anti-resistance strategies which help to reduce the number of chemical pesticides used and their residues on food and the local environment. Regular monitoring for insecticide resistance is essential for proactive management to mitigate potential insecticide resistance. Here we describe techniques for the detection of resistant variants and possibilities for monitoring resistance populations. Also, we present our present work on developing new methods to maintain effective control using appropriate integrated resistance management (IRM) strategies for this economically important perennial pest.

scholarly journals Genome Analysis of A Novel South African Cydia pomonella granulovirus (CpGV-SA) with Resistance-Breaking Potential

Viruses ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 658 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boitumelo Motsoeneng ◽  
Michael D. Jukes ◽  
Caroline M. Knox ◽  
Martin P. Hill ◽  
Sean D. Moore
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Complete Genome ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Type I ◽  
Nucleotide Polymorphisms ◽  
Pome Fruit ◽  
Single Nucleotide ◽  
Resistance Breaking ◽  
Cydia Pomonella Granulovirus

The complete genome of an endemic South African Cydia pomonella granulovirus isolate was sequenced and analyzed. Several missing or truncated open reading frames (ORFs) were identified, including a 24 bp deletion in the pe38 gene which is reported to be associated with type I resistance-breaking potential. Comparison of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) with five other fully sequenced CpGV isolates identified 67 unique events, 47 of which occurred within ORFs, leading to several amino acid changes. Further analysis of single nucleotide variations (SNVs) within CpGV-SA revealed that this isolate consists of mixed genotypes. Phylogenetic analysis using complete genome sequences placed CpGV-SA basal to M, I12 and E2 and distal to S and I07 but with no distinct classification into any of the previously defined CpGV genogroups. These results suggest that CpGV-SA is a novel and genetically distinct isolate with significant potential as a biopesticide for management of codling moth (CM), not only in South Africa, but potentially in other pome fruit producing countries, particularly where CM resistance to CpGV has been reported.

The effect of cold storage of mass-reared codling moths (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae) on subsequent flight capacity

2017 ◽  
Vol 149 (3) ◽  
pp. 391-398 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Matveev ◽  
J.J. Kwon ◽  
G.J.R. Judd ◽  
M.L. Evenden
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Cold Storage ◽  
Lipid Content ◽  
Energy Use ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Temperature Treatment ◽  
Flight Distance ◽  
Flight Capacity ◽  
Flight Mills

AbstractFlight capacity of codling moths, Cydia pomonella (Linnaeus) (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae), was measured with computer-linked flight mills following exposure to one of two temperature regimes. Codling moth adults were held for 24 hours before flight under either chilled (2 °C) or unchilled (24 °C) conditions. The chilling treatment emulated conditions that codling moths are exposed to pre-release in the Okanagan Sterile Insect Release (SIR) Programme. Moths were assayed on flight mills for eight hours to obtain a measure of flight capacity based on total flight distance. Energy use was assessed by weight loss during flight and post-flight body lipid content compared with similarly treated moths that did not fly. Flight distance did not vary with pre-flight temperature treatment, however moth pre-flight weight influenced flight capacity; heavier moths flew further. Moths chilled before the bioassay used less energy based on reduced weight loss and higher lipid content post bioassay as compared with unchilled moths. The current cold storage procedure used in the SIR Programme does not negatively influence subsequent flight capacity and reduces energy use during flight. Codling moths can fly on average between 7–10km in an eight-hour flight mill bioassay and lipids, at least in part, are used to fuel flight.

scholarly journals Efficacy of Using In-carton Fumigation with the Quarantine Treatment Against Codling Moth on Apples Intended for Export to Japan

2002 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 441-443
Author(s):  
James D. Hansen ◽  
Dennis J. Albano ◽  
Millie L. Heidt
Keyword(s):  
Cold Storage ◽  
Methyl Bromide ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Post Evaluation ◽  
Confirmation Test ◽  
Two Component

The two-component quarantine treatment was shown to be effective against at least 7,000 codling moth (Cydia pomonella) fifth instar larvae infesting `Fuji' apples (Malus × domestica) in each required confirmation test involving two sizes of cartons. After cold storage for 55 days at 36 °F (2.2 °C), infested fruit were placed in vented cartons, either 20-lb [7 × 12 × 12.5 inches (17.8 × 30.5 × 31.8 cm)], or 40-lb [12 × 12.5 × 20.5 inches (30.5 × 31.8 × 52.1 cm)], then fumigated with 0.056 oz/ft3 (56 g·m-3) of methyl bromide for 2 hours at 50 °F (10.0 °C). After each treatment, either no survivors were present or no moribund larvae survived beyond the first week of post evaluation of the larvae.

scholarly journals Infrared detection of codling moth larvae in apples

2017 ◽  
Vol 70 ◽  
pp. 322
Author(s):  
R.T. Wilkinson ◽  
L.E. Jamieson ◽  
A.J. Hawthorne ◽  
D.E. Hartnett ◽  
N.E.M. Page-Weir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Systems Approach ◽  
Market Access ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Cold Treatment ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Machine Learning Algorithms ◽  
Infrared Detection ◽  
Life Stages ◽  
Infrared Wavelengths

Codling moth, Cydia pomonella (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae), is a key pest of apples exported from New Zealand and is dif cult to control at levels required to ensure quarantine security demanded by many countries. Market access for New Zealand apples into countries with strict codling-moth quarantine regulations currently relies on methyl bromide fumigation combined with cold treatment (e.g. Japan) or the use of a rigorous systems approach (e.g. Taiwan). Detection of codling moth in apples would enable the very few apples in the packhouse with codling moth to be graded out. In this study, a commercially available Compac Spectrim grading system was used to determine if codling moth entry holes could be detected. This system provides high-clarity images through enhanced lighting and optics, as well as using various infrared wavelengths to target different defects and machine-learning algorithms to differentiate defects. Apples infested with first- or third-instar codling moth larvae were processed through the Spectrim machine. The system successfully identi ed 100% of apples infested with rst- instar larvae and 96% of apples infested with third-instar larvae. Additionally, damage caused by the two life stages was able to be differentiated.

Entomopathogenic nematodes for the control of the codling moth (Cydia pomonellaL.) in field and laboratory trials

2015 ◽  
Vol 90 (5) ◽  
pp. 615-623 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Odendaal ◽  
M.F. Addison ◽  
A.P. Malan
Keyword(s):  
Penetration Rate ◽  
Entomopathogenic Nematode ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Steinernema Feltiae ◽  
Effective Control ◽  
Local Species ◽  
Simulated Field ◽  
Biocontrol Potential ◽  
Different Strains

AbstractThree commercially available entomopathogenic nematode (EPN) strains (Steinernema feltiaeandHeterorhabditis bacteriophoraHb1 and Hb2) and two local species (S.jeffreyenseandS. yirgalemense) were evaluated for the control of the codling moth (Cydia pomonella). In field spray trials, the use ofS. jeffreyenseresulted in the most effective control (67%), followed byH. bacteriophora(Hb1) (42%) andS. yirgalemense(41%). Laboratory bioassays using spray application in simulated field conditions indicateS. feltiaeto be the most virulent (67%), followed byS. yirgalemense(58%). A laboratory comparison of the infection and penetration rate of the different strains showed that, at 14°C, all EPN strains resulted in slower codling moth mortality than they did at 25°C. After 48 h, < 15% mortality was recorded for all species, whereas, at the warmer temperature, >98% mortality was recorded for all species involved. However, the washed codling moth larvae, cool-treated (at 14°C) withS. feltiaeorS. yirgalemense, resulted in 100% mortality 24 h later at room temperature, whereas codling moth larvae treated with the twoH. bacteriophorastrains resulted in 68% and 54% control, respectively. At 14°C,S. feltiaehad the highest average penetration rate of 20 IJs/larva, followed byS. yirgalemense, with 14 IJs/larva. At 25°C,S. yirgalemensehad the highest penetration rate, with 39 IJs/larva, followed byS. feltiae, with 9 IJs/larva. This study highlights the biocontrol potential ofS. jeffreyense, as well as confirming thatS. feltiaeis a cold-active nematode, whereas the other three EPN isolates tested prefer warmer temperatures.

Do floral resources affect fitness of adult Cydia pomonella (Linnaeus 1758) (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae)?

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Silvia Mátray ◽  
Annette Herz
Keyword(s):  
Sucrose Solution ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Red Clover ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Flowering Plants ◽  
Floral Resources ◽  
Pome Fruit ◽  
Control Adult ◽  
The Impact

Abstract The introduction of flowering plants into orchards can increase functional biodiversity in pome fruit cultivation. Plants provide nectar, pollen and prey resources supporting pollinators and natural enemies. However, pests may also benefit from floral diets and a careful selection of plants is necessary to reduce any risk of pest proliferation. The codling moth Cydia pomonella is a major pest in apple growing worldwide and adults are known to consume sugars. The impact of floral diets (parsnip, wild carrot, coriander, red clover) on longevity, fecundity and fertility of adult codling moth was examined under laboratory conditions. In general, male moths lived longer than females, regardless of dietary treatments. Moths survived longest when supplied with parsnip flowers as a floral diet. Contrary to carrot, coriander resulted in higher longevity of adult C. pomonella compared to moths provided with red clover as a negative control. Adult nutrition on floral diets did not affect fecundity substantially. As expected, the majority of eggs were laid within the first week. Prolongation of moths’ lifespan by floral diets did not significantly increase the total number of eggs laid in contrast to a diet with 25% sucrose solution. According to these results, the risk of inadvertently promoting codling moth when growing selected flowering plants in the orchard will be rather low, because the fitness of the moths and especially the reproduction of the females will not be substantially enhanced.

scholarly journals Transcriptome of Cydia pomonella granulovirus in susceptible and type I resistant codling moth larvae

2021 ◽  
Vol 102 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jörg T. Wennmann ◽  
Diana Pietruska ◽  
Johannes A. Jehle
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Fat Body ◽  
Cydia Pomonella ◽  
Codling Moth ◽  
Viral Gene ◽  
Type I ◽  
Pome Fruit ◽  
Type I Resistance ◽  
Cydia Pomonella Granulovirus

The baculovirus Cydia pomonella granulovirus (CpGV) is a biocontrol agent used worldwide against the codling moth (CM), Cydia pomonella L., a severe pest in organic and integrated pome fruit production. Its successful application is increasingly challenged by the occurrence of CM populations resistant to commercial CpGV products. Whereas three types (I–III) of CpGV resistance have been identified, type I resistance compromising the efficacy of CpGV-M, the so-called Mexican isolate of CpGV, is assumed to be the most widely distributed resistance type in Central Europe. Despite the wide use of CpGV products as biocontrol agents, little information is available on gene-expression levels in CM larvae. In this study, the in vivo transcriptome of CpGV-M infecting susceptible (CpS) and resistant (CpRR1) CM larvae was analysed at 24, 48, 72, 96 and 120 hours post infection in the midgut and fat body tissue by using a newly developed microarray covering all ORFs of the CpGV genome. According to their transcript abundance, the CpGV genes were grouped into four temporal clusters to which groups of known and unknown function could be assigned. In addition, sets of genes differentially expressed in the midgut and fat body were found in infected susceptible CpS larvae. For the resistant CpRR1 larvae treated with CpGV-M, viral entry in midgut cells could be confirmed from onset but a significantly reduced gene expression, indicating that type I resistance is associated with a block of viral gene transcription and replication.

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