The grape root borer (GRB), Vitacea polistiformis Harris is the major pest of grapes in Florida. During 2002 we monitored 16 vineyards representing 4 regions of grape production in Florida. GRB were caught in all vineyards, with heavier concentrations in Putnam County and the Southern counties. A questionnaire was given to each farmer to determine if there is a correlation between pest management strategies and GRB infestation. Preliminary results show a linkage between weed management and GRB infestation.
Species 1: Lepidoptera Sesiidae Vitacea polistiformis (grape root borer)
Keywords: vineyard pests
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