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
1999Location
Mount Vernon, Missouri