Abstract Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura)(Diptera: Drosophilidae) also known as spotted-
wing drosophila (SWD), is a pest native to Southeast Asia. In the last few decades, the pest …

Electrostatic sprayers can be an option for increasing the effectiveness of treatments and
reducing pesticide consumption, but it still requires more verifications, especially in …

BACKGROUND The invasive pest, Drosophila suzukii attacks fresh soft‐skinned fruit. Broad‐
spectrum insecticides are implemented for control but there is a need to reduce …

Monitoring pesticide resistance is essential for effective and sustainable agricultural
practices. Bioassays are the basis for pesticide-resistance testing, but devising a reliable …

Exposure to sublethal concentrations can have adverse effects on certain individuals, but,
can also favor survival and reproduction of others. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of …

BACKGROUND Effective utilization of plant protection UAVs in peanut cultivation
management necessitates a comprehensive grasp of how application volume rates and …

Spray coverage may influence the efficacy of insecticides targeting the invasive vinegar fly
Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura), a primary pest of raspberries and blackberries. In …

Abstract Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura), spotted-wing drosophila, is a major pest in small
fruit crops including highbush blueberry. Controlling D. suzukii is challenging and chemical …

The fruit fly D. suzukii is an invasive species native to Asia that has become a prominent pest
of cherry and soft fruit in the invaded areas. A polyphagous pest, it infests a wide range of …

Caneberries are trellised to facilitate harvest and agrochemical applications as well as to
improve crop yield and quality. Trellising can also increase airflow and light penetration …