Population Development of Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) under Simulated UK Glasshouse Conditions

Population Development of Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) under Simulated UK Glasshouse Conditions

Tomato leafminer Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) is a major pest of tomato plants in South America. It was first recorded in the UK in 2009 where it has been subjected to eradication policies. The current work outlines T. absoluta development under various UK glasshouse temperatures. The optimum temperature...

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Main Authors: Phil Northing, Robert J. Jacobson, Weiqi Luo, Anastasia Korycinska, Lisa F. Blackburn, Andrew G. S. Cuthbertson, James J. Mathers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-05-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
integrated pest management
lifespan
population development
tomato
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/4/2/185

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