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Use of Insect Traps in Mills

Use of Insect Traps in Mills. Michael A.Mullen USDA, ARS, GMPRC MANHATTAN, KS. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE GET FROM TRAPPING. Presence or absence of insects Location of insects Species of insects Relative numbers. ADVANTAGES OF TRAPPING. Work 24 hrs per day without complaining

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Use of Insect Traps in Mills

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  1. Use of Insect Traps in Mills Michael A.Mullen USDA, ARS, GMPRC MANHATTAN, KS

  2. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE GET FROM TRAPPING • Presence or absence of insects • Location of insects • Species of insects • Relative numbers

  3. ADVANTAGES OF TRAPPING • Work 24 hrs per day without complaining • Relatively inexpensive • Reduces labor costs • Provides scientifically sound information

  4. DISADVANTAGES OF TRAPPING • Not always sure what the numbers trapped mean • Traps can be lost • Traps must be maintained • Dust can be a problem

  5. TRAP PLACEMENT • Ideal method is to use a grid pattern but this is not always possible • Place traps near suspected problem areas • Keep away from high traffic areas

  6. TRAP PLACEMENT (CONT.) • Clearly label traps • Traps in dusty areas should be serviced and cleaned frequently • Inform and educate employees abouT traps and why they are important

  7. DUSTRESISTANT TRAPS • Dust reduces the effectiveness of traps • Sticky surfaces become coated and ineffective • Oil baits can become clogged • Escape proof trap become lose their ability to retain insects

  8. DUST RESISTANT TRAPS (CONT.) • Less exposed surface area means less dust problem • Flite trak has developed a dust resistant cover that will be available soon as well as a low profile trap for moths

  9. Spatial mapping of trapping data to interpret insect density and location

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