Field Guide - Biocontrol for common grapevine pests - Front page

Field guide
Biocontrol of common grapevine insect pests

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By Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd

Healthy and diverse populations of predatory arthropods (insects and spiders) and parasitoids (wasps and flies) can help prevent grapevine pests from reaching economically damaging thresholds. In this guide, we explore the life cycle and biocontrol options for seven common insect pests of grapevines.

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The beauty and functionality of native Australian wildflowers.

Native Australian wildflowers produce significant pollen for insects, including bees, and are sought after by a multitude of insect species, with lacewing and spider populations notably higher in rows of wildflowers in comparison to the adjacent field. By providing habitat for predatory arthropods, this will act as a natural control mechanism for managing economically damaging insect pests.

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Field Guide - Biocontrol for common grapevine pests - Front page