Co-Authors:
Ben-Yehuda, S.
Assael, F.
Mendel, Z., Dept. of Entomology, ARO, Volcani Center, Bet Dagan 50250, Israel
Abstract:
Nine compounds and three modes of applications were tested to improve the control of two Capnodis spp., C. tenebrionis L. and C. carbonaria Klug (Coleoptera: Buprestidae), in local stone-fruit plantations. The best result was obtained by azinphos-methyl applied as a foliar spray. Suitable chemicals for dusting were methiocarb, azinphos-methyl and carbosulfan applied to the stem in late spring or prior to fruit harvest. Soil application of imidacloprid as a systemic insecticide is successful for protection of young plantations and nurseries. C. tenebrionis was less susceptible than C. carbonaria to the tested insecticides.