European Grapevine Moth Informational Grower Meetings

First detected in Napa County in 2009 the European grapevine moth (Lobesia botrana) has been confirmed in Fresno County. On April 28, 2010 two moths were found in separate traps 0.5 miles from each other. On May 1, 2010 a third moth was trapped in Kingsburg, 11 miles from the original captures near the Fowler/Del Rey area. As a result of the European grapevine moth (EGVM) confirmations in Fresno County, the Ag Commissioners office and UC Cooperative Extension have organized three grower meetings.

EACH MEETING WILL COVER:

1.   Pest information:

• EGVM lifecycle
• Trapping
• Identification
• Pest management

2.   Regulatory issues:

• Quarantine guidelines
• Pest management documentation
• Trapping data