ABSTRACT
The use of pheromonal based products, Boll Weevil Traps and BWACTs (Bait Sticks, TMPs or TMBs) is expanding in the USA and Latin America. This paper reports on procedures that have been identified and are being implemented to ensure high quality BWACTs and pheromone dispensers for use in boll weevil eradication and IPM Programs. Field studies reported in the 1998 Beltwide Cotton Conference created an awareness for alternative test methods to determine residual activity and pheromone liberation. The paper reports on work that is underway to develop alternative methods to aid in quality control and quality assurance, and to provide alternative, improved delivery systems. As a company, Plato Industries is dedicated to providing high quality, consistent products to its end users.
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