False codling moth, Thaumatotibia leucotreta (Meyrick) a new threat to horticulture industry: Stakeholders’ perspectives on the status, impact and management in Kenya

Mutyambai, Daniel M.; Mbeche, Nyang’au I.; Onamu, Emmanuel; Kasina, Muo; Nderitu, J. H; Mweke, Allan

doi:10.1007/s41348-020-00363-5

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“…The study revealed that there was low genetic variability in the haplotype diversity of T. leucotreta in South Africa, Sudan, Kenya, and Tanzania (Mkiga et al 2021). Considering that the pest is not of similar economic importance both in countries within SSA and outside Africa, (Mutyambai et al 2020) but is showing signs of resurgence and invasion of new territories, the development of diagnostic tools is important. The pest is constantly being intercepted in the USA and Europe (Gilligan et al 2011), and may soon be established in these regions.…”

Section: Molecular Based Tools and Methods For Pest Managementmentioning

confidence: 98%

“…As mentioned earlier, native species are also increasingly becoming invasive due to human-mediated activities which promote traits favoring spread and devastation (Buczkowski 2010;Taylor and Irwin 2004). For example, the false codling moth is native to Africa but represents a new threat to horticulture in SSA and the world in general (Erichsen and Schoeman 1992;Gilligan et al 2011;Mutyambai et al 2020).…”

Section: Cropland Connectivity As a Driver Of The Invasionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The pest status and perception of the false codling moth recently changed due to the sudden upsurge of field infestations of fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals as well as phytosanitary interceptions in Europe (Mutyambai et al 2020). The false codling moth is native to Africa (Daiber 1980;Erichsen and Schoeman 1992;Gilligan et al 2011) but is known to occur outside its native range only in Israel (CABI 2021b;Wysoki 1986).…”

Section: The False Codling Moth Thaumatotibia Leucotretamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The pest status and socio-economic impacts of the polyphagous false codling moth (FCM) are gaining momentum as the pest continues to cause devastating effects in tree crops, flowers and fruits, and vegetables (Mutyambai et al 2020). Strategies geared towards controlling the pest include components of synthetic pesticides (Malan et al 2018).…”

Section: Chemical Control-the Option Of Choice In the Absence Of Alte...mentioning

confidence: 99%

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Important alien and potential native invasive insect pests of key fruit trees in Sub-Saharan Africa: advances in sustainable pre- and post-harvest management approaches

2022

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Fruit production in Sub-Saharan Africa is of paramount importance both socially and economically. Millions of farmers derive livelihoods from mango, avocado, citrus, cashew, and coconut farming, but native and alien invasive species constrain production The region’s capacity to contain invasives is weak due to the absence of national and institutional support systems for early detection, containment, eradication, or management of the pests. Climate change is expected to play a huge role in the influx of more alien invasive species and the shift of ecological requirements of some native species. Though a fair share of pre-and post-management pest management techniques for several insect pests has been developed, adoption and adaptation of the options are limited. Data on economic and social implications are largely lacking, making it challenging to implement informed policy decisions. The existence of the “Strategy for Managing Invasive Species in Africa 2021–2030” promises a paradigm shift in the management of invasives, from reactive thinking to coordinated proactive approaches. The uncoordinated deployment of management measures in the region and the lack of funding, play a negative role in managing the pests effectively. Prospects for enhanced future research are wide, and efforts are currently being channeled to Area-Wide-Integrated Pest Management in a bottom-up approach with stakeholders owning the process. Participatory development of technologies is also taking centre stage, paving the way for increased adoption and adaptation. Postharvest technologies promise to provide the adequate phytosanitary assurance required by countries importing fruit from Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Section: Cropland Connectivity As a Driver Of The Invasionmentioning

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Important alien and potential native invasive insect pests of key fruit trees in Sub-Saharan Africa: advances in sustainable pre- and post-harvest management approaches

2022

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“…The recent insurgency by the native invasive False codling moth (FCM), Thaumatotibia leucotreta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae) has also resulted in thinning of export markets due to quarantine restrictions [29]. The pest threatens the production of avocadoes, capsicum, citrus, and various solanaceous crops.…”

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Advances in Postharvest Disinfestation of Fruits and Vegetables Using Hot Water Treatment Technology-Updates from Africa

Ndlela¹,

Mwando²,

Mohamed³

2022

Postharvest Technology - Recent Advances, New Perspectives and Applications

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Hot Water Treatment (HWT) provides adequate phytosanitary assurance that treated fruits and vegetables exported abroad are free from devastating quarantine pests. Two systems for HWT are currently available for commercial use namely the batch/jacuzzi and the continuous flow system depending on user requirements. Several protocols have been developed the world over and a few in Africa, but adoption has been lagging because of various factors chief among them lack of large scale validations of experiments to guide application at the commercial level. Mango, Bell pepper, avocado, and French beans play an important role in the livelihoods of people in Africa. However, their export is constrained by pests such as the invasive Oriental fruit fly, the false codling moth, and thrips. To circumvent this issue, disinfestation HWT protocols have been developed which seek to provide quarantine assurance to lucrative export markets. Hot Water Treatment technology has several advantages over other conventional phytosanitary treatments. It provides a triple function of cleaning, disinfesting, and disinfecting and is friendly to users, consumers of the treated commodities, and the environment. We discuss HWT in the context of its future and applicability in Africa. It is the future of postharvest treatments.

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Development of an on-site LAMP assay for identification of Thaumatotibia leucotreta and Helicoverpa armigera larvae on rose

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False codling moth, Thaumatotibia leucotreta (Meyrick) a new threat to horticulture industry: Stakeholders’ perspectives on the status, impact and management in Kenya

Cited by 9 publications

References 3 publications

Important alien and potential native invasive insect pests of key fruit trees in Sub-Saharan Africa: advances in sustainable pre- and post-harvest management approaches

Important alien and potential native invasive insect pests of key fruit trees in Sub-Saharan Africa: advances in sustainable pre- and post-harvest management approaches

Advances in Postharvest Disinfestation of Fruits and Vegetables Using Hot Water Treatment Technology-Updates from Africa

Development of an on-site LAMP assay for identification of Thaumatotibia leucotreta and Helicoverpa armigera larvae on rose

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