Opogona sacchari,a Pest Risk from Imports of Ornamental Plants of Tropical Origin1 |
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| Authors: | JAJ VEENENBOS |
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| Abstract: | The banana moth, Opogona sacchari, can be considered as a serious pest for a wide range of ornamental plants of tropical and subtropical origin grown in glasshouses in Europe. The insect is difficult to intercept at import inspection. Additional post-entry inspection is recommended. The best way to control the insect is a 3-month programme for the eradication of the adult stages. O. sacchari is a potential candidate for the list of quarantine pests mentioned in phytosanitary import requirements. |
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