Pheromone trap apple damager

Codling Moth Pheromone Trap - Effective Solution for Apple Orchard Protection

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The set includes a cardboard trap, 2 pheromone capsules, 2 glued sticky bases, and fastening parts. It is recommended to use one trap per apple tree.

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Description and Life Cycle of Codling Moth

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The Codling Moth (Cydia pomonella) is a 10 mm long brownish-gray butterfly with a wingspan of 20 mm. Moths are active at dusk in warm and calm weather. Female moths lay eggs on fruits and leaves, caterpillars hatch within 7-14 days and feed inside fruits for 1-1.5 months.

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Trap Installation and Usage

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To assemble the trap:

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• Bend up the ends of the trap base
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• Place the sticky base with adhesive facing up
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• Position the pheromone capsule in the center of the sticky base
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• Attach the trap to a branch using included parts
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Install the trap on the south or west side of the apple tree, protected from direct sunlight. For monitoring, place the trap at eye level, for catching at 2-3 meters height.

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Trap Maintenance and Monitoring

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Check traps weekly. If there are more than 5 moths per week in the trap, spraying is recommended within 7-14 days. Replace the sticky base every 3-4 weeks or when heavily soiled. In mid-July, replace both the sticky base and pheromone capsule.

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Long-term Protection

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Noticeable reduction in codling moth damage is achieved within 2-3 years. Continue using traps for sustained protection. Pheromone traps are particularly suitable for home gardens where reduced insecticide use is desired.

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Note: Use white spirit or cooking oil to clean sticky bases. The trap body can be reused for the same insect species next season.

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