Cherry Fruit Fly models developed by Oregon State University indicate that the cherry fruit fly would emerge in The Dalles on June 4th. According to Dr. Ashley Thompson, Oregon State University Extension Horticulturist, the emergence of the fly signals the beginning of the very important control program against this insect, which is the sweet cherry industry’s chief insect pest.
The cherry fruit fly emerged in orchards this week, and all trees, whether in a backyard or commercial orchard, are required to use an insecticide to battle this insect. Lynn Long, Oregon State University Extension horticulturist, announced the emergence of the cherry industry’s chief pest Wednesday, May 24.
Cherry Fruit Fly models developed by Oregon State University indicate that the pest emerged in The Dalles last Friday. The emergence of the fly signals the beginning of a very important control program against this insect, which is the industry's chief pest, according to Lynn Long, OSU Extension horticulturist.
The United States is one of the largest consumers and wasters in the world. Each consumer contributes about 2,500 pounds of waste per year and of that waste, over half can be reduced, recycled or reused.
Cherry Fruit Fly models developed by Oregon State University indicate that the cherry fruit fly emerged in The Dalles Wednesday, May 15. According to Lynn Long, Oregon State University Extension Agent, the emergence of the fly signals the beginning of the very important control program against this insect, which is the sweet cherry industry’s chief insect pest.
