International Pest Control – May/June 2015 – Vol57, Nr.3
Cover Photo: Oak processionary moth caterpillars. 2014 saw the largest number of nests recorded in London since the infestation was first found in 2006 (Picture courtesy Bartlett Tree Experts)
I am not clear how long a pest has to reside in a new locality to no longer be consider as an invasive pest and to be added to the list of ‘natives’. Many pests we deal with every day will have been a new comer at some time and as international communication and travel has increased, we seem to learn of many new such immigrants. I have seen several arrive in the UK over the last 30 years and become established. In our special feature this month we take a look at the topic of invasive or exotic pests from a variety of viewpoints.
At a national level Graham Matthews and Andrea Berardi consider the Cabbage Skunk weed in British wet woodlands while Terry Mabbett writes about how the Oak processionary moth is poised to spread its range further. On a wider scale, Clive Boase takes a look at alien invasive animals in Europe, while Arne Witt details how differing control strategies have helped combat the global spread of invasive species with reference to Classical Biological Control and Integrated Pest Management approaches.
March saw yet another successful PestEx exhibition at London’s ExCel centre. We include a review and photo report of this growing industry event. Although a regular feature of and hosted by the UK pest control association, it is becoming more international in its feel and attendance. We also detail the inaugural IPC and PestEx scientific poster completion and announce the winner.
Elsewhere in our public health section we look at the science behind beds and provide an understanding of the essential quality characteristics of mattress and box spring encasements when considering protection against bed bugs. While in the UK we brace ourselves for what could be another bumper year for wasps, we also include a report from New Zealand which tries to put a cost on wasps as pests.
In agriculture we continue from our theme of the April-May issue and consider weeds, with further insight into what makes a Superweed and whether plants could hold the secret to saving crops from pests?
From weeds to the wider world of agrochemicals, Rob de Vries discusses stewardship and how this is vital to sustaining product choice.
In addition to our regular news in brief, and our association news section, we conclude our issues for the first half of 2015. The year so far has been mixed with drought in the western USA, a late Spring in Europe, extreme heat in parts of Africa and Asia awaiting the monsoon season. It is always a challenge to reflect the global pest control world. We hope you enjoy our May-June issue and as always we welcome comments and contributions from your region.
David Loughlin, Editor International Pest Control Magazine
Email David on editor@international-pest-control.com
Contents of International Pest Control May/June 2015
Volume 57 Number 3
International News in Brief
Association News
- UK CPA calls on new government to support sustainable intensification.
- US conference focuses on technology solutions for pest management.
- Copa-Cogeca warns of black spot spread.
- Dee is new face at leading trade body.
- NPMA celebrates Academy’s 20th anniversary Vegas-style.
- Korean Pest Control Association visit China and runs national training progammes.
- Premier amenity event at premier location.
- Watch Out! for illegal pesticides at Cereals 2015.
- TOPPS water protection trainings in Italy.
Special Feature: Invasive Pests
- Cabbage Skunk weed (Lysichitum americanum) in wet woodlands:biology; invasiveness and control in the UK – Graham Matthews and Andrea Berardi.
- Mango Pulp Weevil (Sternochetus frigidus): An invasive species with economic significance in the Philippines – Partho Dhang.
- Facing up to alien invasive animals in Europe – Clive Boase.
- Combating the global spread of invasive species – Arne Witt.
- Oak processionary moth is poised to invade the wider UK – Terry Mabbett.
Focus on Public Health
- Understanding essential quality characteristics of mattress and box spring bed bug encasements – Gary Goldberg.
- European Mosquito Control Association gathers in Valencia – Rubén Bueno Marí.
- Worldwide US Military experts discuss pest management strategies.
- Pesticide plan hailed as positive news for the industry.
- Ant finally….anyone for ant-flavoured gin?
- An evaluation of the costs of pest wasps (Vespula species) in New Zealand – Peter MacIntyre and John Hellstrom.
- PestEx 2015 hailed as record success.
- IPC-PestEx poster competition.
Focus on Agriculture
- Sap-sucking insects save livelihoods in Kenya.
- Stewardship is vital to sustaining product choice – Rob de Vries.
- New fireblight early warning service in UK.
- Weed scientists offer new definition for “Superweed”.
- Geography a stronger indicator of weed diversity than glyphosate-resistant crop trait.
- Could traditional plants hold the secret to saving crops from pests? – Rachel Cernansky.
Books
- Biosecurity Surveillance: Quantitative Approaches.
International Pest Control calendar of events
Published in International Pest Control – May/June 2015 issue.
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