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Coddling Moth degree Codling Moth is one of the most serious pests for apple growers. If not controlled, nearly all fruit can be damaged. Biological control methods such as Codling Moth Mating Disruption has shown to be effective but is challenging for small acreage growers and are usually ineffective, forcing growers to use pesticides. Following the degree-day calculator helps to more accurately time insecticide application and reduce the number of applications to a minimum.

Click on any of the links below for more information

USU Pest Advisory Website

Proceedings from the 2002 Western Orchard Pest and Disease Management Conference

Codling Moth Control Strategies

Pacific Northwest Insect Control Handbook

Hand Applied Codling Moth Pheromone Dispensers

For any questions or concerns please contact Steve Reddy at sreddy@uidaho.edu or (208) 414-0415

See also:

Apple

Links:

University of California Apple pest management page with information on diseases, insects and mites, nematodes and apple thinning sprays.