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Pesticides alternative strategy for Reduction of Insect (Thecodiplosis japonensis, Pine gall midge)

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Publication Year: 2014

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Subject Keywords: Pesticides Chemicals

Regions: Asia, Eastern Asia

Countries: Korea, Republic of

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Alternative Strategy: Adhesive sprays were tested for reducing populations of T. japonensis. A combination (known as C-4) of 70% castor oil, 25% damar resin and 5% carnauba wax remained sticky and toxic to gall midges for a long period. The rate of gall formation on treated trees was 32.8-59.4%, compared with 97.13% gall formation on untreated trees (Woo and Shim, 1979)

Alternative Method: Reduction

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Alternative Trial: Yes

Alternative Type: Specific strategy

Pest Type: Insect

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