Study on the possibility control of box tree moth, Cydalima perspectalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) using microbial, organic and low risk insecticides

Abstract

Simultaneous with the entrance of the Box Tree Moth (BTM), Cydalima perspectalis to Iran and its report from northern regions of the country, researchers began to explore the pest with its management approach before a further infestation occurs. Accordingly, the current research was carried out to study the effectiveness of some pesticides, belonging to the biological, IGR, and botanical pesticide groups under laboratory and field conditions. Based on the results, among 12 examined pesticides, the efficacy of 2 Bacillus thuringiensis- based microbial pesticides, those produced by CBC and Problete Co. were confirmed under both experimental conditions. Moreover, Lufenuron (EC 5%) (Match®), which belongs to the IGR group, has also been successful in controlling this pest. Accordingly, using the mentioned insecticides is recommended to control the Box Tree Moth.

Keywords

• box tree moth
• biological control
• insect growth regulators ( igrs)
• botanical pesticides
• bacillus thuringiensis
• pest management
• mazandaran