Emigration Effects Induced by Radio Frequency Treatment to Dates Infested by <i>Carpophilus hemipterus</i>

Emigration Effects Induced by Radio Frequency Treatment to Dates Infested by <i>Carpophilus hemipterus</i>

The dried fruit beetle (<i>Carpophilus hemipterus</i>) is considered a key pest of dates, infesting fruits both in the field and during storage. Control measures against the species rely on the use of chemicals or heat treatments based on sunlight, hot air or radio frequency (RF) applica...

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Main Authors: Marzia Cristiana Rosi, Francesco Garbati Pegna, Anita Nencioni, Roberto Guidi, Michele Bicego, Antonio Belcari, Patrizia Sacchetti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
sap beetles
RF treatment
emigration
heating rate
physical pest control
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/10/9/273

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