Evaluation of Kaolin-based Particle Film Coatings on Insect and Disease Suppression in Apples

Andrew L. Thomas, University of Missouri-Columbia

The objective of the study was to evaluate and document the efficacy and potential of a kaolinbased particle film coating in suppressing plum curculio, codling moth, red-banded leafroller, oriental fruit moth, and certain bacterial and fungal pathogens in apples, while fine tuning application recommendations for Midwestern growers.

Region

North Central

Topic

Disease Management, Insect/Pest Management

Category

Tree and Vine Crops

Date Range

2000 and earlier

Funding Amount

$3,479

Funding Year

1999

Location

Mount Vernon, Missouri

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