CAI Factsheet - Spotted Wing Drosophila: Management Timeline, Details and Resources

Summary

Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), Drosophila suzukii, is a major insect pest of small fruit and tree fruit crops, as they lay eggs in ripe fruit. Infestation risk factors include high canopy humidity, and ripe and over-ripe fruit (hanging, dropped or rejected). Following the guidelines below will help to achieve the best possible SWD management.

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