Entomopathogenicity of hyphomycete fungi to fruit fly Bactrocera invadens (Diptera Tephritidae) and their potential for biological control on mango.
Ouna E. A., Birgen J., Ekesi S.
Author Affiliation: International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology, P. O. Box 30772-00100 GPO, Nairobi, Kenya.
Second RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference on "Building capacity for food security in Africa", Entebbe, Uganda, 20-24 September 2010 : 355-359
Abstract : Suppression of fruit flies for increased mango production will increasingly rely on management methods which exert low negative environmental impact. Evaluation efficacy of three different baits contaminated with M. anisopliae to kill adult B. invadens was carried out. Percentage mortality of flies exposed to 10% - DuduLure (84%) was significantly higher than 2% NuLure (64%) at 21 days of exposure. This study developed cost-effective bait (DuduLureŽ) that when combined with M. anisopliae can significantly reduce populations of B. invadens. Growers' education will, however be fundamental for adoption of the application of M. anisopliae and food baits.