Assessment of avoidable yield losses in bitter gourd due to melon fruit fly, Bactrocera cucurbitae (Coquillett)

Pilania, Sunidhi; Yadav, Surender Singh; Rolania, Krishna; Kumar, Rakesh; Indora, Jyoti; Kumar, Ashok

doi:10.22271/j.ento.2021.v9.i2f.8509

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“…To understand the potential long‐term efficacy of the protein‐bait trap, we used simulations to estimate the number of viable offspring prevented from introduction into the population, by considering the number of eggs traps that would prevent from being laid (via the trapping of female flies). A set of assumptions for the simulation was generated by collecting life‐history information on B. cucurbitae from a review of existing literature (Balas et al, 2018; Gaddanakeri & Rolania, 2020; Harwood et al, 2013; Kaur & Rup, 2002; Laskar, 2013; Mir et al, 2014; Mukherjee et al, 2007; Patel & Patel, 2018; Pradhan et al, 2020; Rahaman et al, 2015; Sohrab et al, 2018; Vayssières et al, 2008; Yang et al, 1994). Focusing on laboratory studies using fly populations of Indian origin, we collated a master table (Table 1), which was used to extract values relating to length of each life stage, fecundity and lifespan of B. cucurbitae females.…”

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A novel protein‐based fruit fly trap in melon flies Bactrocera cucurbitae for effective pest control management

McCracken,

Niazy,

Turi

et al. 2023

J Applied Entomology

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Agriculture remains a major source of subsistence for local communities in India. However, agricultural yield can be strongly affected by agricultural pest outbreaks. This can result in economic losses for small‐scale farmers who already experience socio‐economic challenges, such as lack of appropriate infrastructure and subsides. Sophisticated pest management techniques (e.g. sterile insect technique) are less accessible to small farmers in developing countries, and therefore, alternative cost‐effective approaches for pest management are needed. Here, we report our findings of a 3‐year field trial (2018–2020) in India, which was designed to test for the potential effectiveness of a novel, slow‐release formulation protein‐based trap, compared to standard Cuelure traps against melon flies Bactrocera cucurbitae (Diptera: Tephritidae). Protein‐bait traps can attract flies from both sexes (as opposed to male‐only, chemical traps), bearing the potential to have a greater long‐term impact on pest populations by decreasing future reproductive potential of trapped individuals. We found that, despite uneven sampling efforts, Cuelure had overall higher trapping performance, while protein‐bait traps, despite trapping at lower efficiency, were equally effective for trapping males and females. Simulations with our field data revealed that protein‐bait traps can have an ‘inclusive’ advantage by trapping females and thereby preventing future individuals. Overall, our study highlights the potential benefits of using this alternative trapping technique to supplement pest management in developing countries.

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A novel protein‐based fruit fly trap in melon flies Bactrocera cucurbitae for effective pest control management

McCracken,

Niazy,

Turi

et al. 2023

J Applied Entomology

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“…Qualitative damage occurs because the fruits are damaged in certain parts or in all parts of the fruit (Heriza et al, 2013). For example, the yield loss of bitter gourd due to B. cucurbitae attack was 36.24% (Pilania et al, 2021). Asmare and Hassen's (2018) study found that the damage by fruit ies could reach up to 33.3 -66.7% for guava, and 29.2 -44.4% for sweet orange in Ethiopia.…”

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Effect of Various Depth of Pupation On Adult Emergence of Interspecific Hybrid of Bactrocera Carambolae And Bactrocera Dorsalis

Susanto¹,

Faradilla²,

Sumekar³

et al. 2021

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Bactrocera carambolae and B. dorsalis are genetically related in that both have the same type of host plant, and hybridization between B. carambolae and B. dorsalis may occur naturally. The depth of the pupation is one of the important factors in adult emergence rate. This objective of this study was to estimate the depth of the pupation that can suppress the emergence of adult interspecific hybrids of B. carambolae and B. dorsalis. The experiments consisting of seven depths of pupation treatments (4 cm, 10 cm, 20 cm, 30 cm, 40 cm, 50 cm, and 60 cm) with four replications. The results showed that 91% of the adult interspecific hybrids of B. carambolae and B. dorsalis emerged successfully at 4 cm depth of pupation. Furthermore, the emergence rate was found to decrease with the increase in pupation depth. Soil depths ranging between 50 and 60 cm can suppress the emergence rate of adult interspecific hybrids of B. carambolae and B. dorsalis.

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“…Gourds are cultivated in 310 ha in Tiruvallur district with bitter gourd alone occupying 125 hectares.Farmers cultivate hybrid bitter gourds in Kadambathur, Thiruvalangadu, Thiruthani and Ekadu blocks [6][7][8][9][10]. Hence it was proposed to popularize Integrated Pest management module through frontline demonstrations for effective management of pests in Bitter gourd in Tiruvallur district.…”

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Impact of Integrated Management Practices of Fruit Fly in Bitter gourd

Vijayashanthi,

Yogameenakshi,

Senthilkumar

et al. 2023

IJPSS

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Bitter gourd is cultivated in 125 hectares out of 310 ha occupied by gourds in. Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Fruit fly is the most destructive insect pests attacking bittergourd.The present study was conducted to demonstrate the Integrated Pest Management practices in bitter gourd against major insect pests in 10 farmers’ fields located in four blocks viz., Tiruvalangadu, R.K.Pet, Thiruthani, Ekadu of Tiruvallur district during 2020-2021. Technological gap between recommended practices and actual farmers’ practice was assessed.The front-line demonstration included IPM practices (field sanitation, Installation of fruit fly traps and spraying of neem oil 3%) and Non –IPM practices. Results indicated average fruit yield of 92.50 q/ha, an increase of 10.77% increase in yield over farmers practice as well as a net income of Rs.1,06,450/-. Reduction in cost of cultivation due to less investment for plant protection aspects has been recorded.

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Assessment of avoidable yield losses in bitter gourd due to melon fruit fly, Bactrocera cucurbitae (Coquillett)

Cited by 5 publications

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A novel protein‐based fruit fly trap in melon flies Bactrocera cucurbitae for effective pest control management

A novel protein‐based fruit fly trap in melon flies Bactrocera cucurbitae for effective pest control management

Effect of Various Depth of Pupation On Adult Emergence of Interspecific Hybrid of Bactrocera Carambolae And Bactrocera Dorsalis

Impact of Integrated Management Practices of Fruit Fly in Bitter gourd

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