Stored Product Insect (SPI)
Description
SPI are divided into three forms of pests, Moths, Beetles and Mites.
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These pests are associated with flour pulses and figs.
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Complete metamorphosis egg - larvae - Pupae – adult.
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Indian meal Moth; Warehouse Moth; Tropical warehouse Moth; Biscuit beetle; Confused Flour Beetle; Grain weevil; Rice weevil;
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Control measures; Thorough hygiene eradicates 90% of insect life as they are food dependant, however treatment is carried out by ULV (Ultra Low Volume) commercially.
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Domestically spraying and the use of associated insect monitors.