Developing IPM strategies in ampalaya-based ecosystem with emphasis on non-chemical control tactics
Issue Date
10-2009
Abstract
This study consisted of five treatments, with three replicates per treatment on 32 m2 plots. Treatments 1 and 2 were Farmers' Practice and Modified Farmers' Practice, respectively, and involved insecticide application. The former treatment applied insecticides on a regular basis while the latter applied insecticides on a need-basis. In addition, Treatment 2 included releasing of earwigs at specified intervals and the use of BIOCON microbial inoculant. Treatments 3 and 4 were non-chemical methods, which utilized the patented technology from PhilRice making use of fiber glass net bags and clothes' clip to protect ampalaya fruits from insect pests. To evaluate which microbial inoculant was more suited for ampalaya production. VAM was used Treatment 3 and BIOCON was used for Treatment 4. Treatment 5 was a combination of chemical and non-chemical methods. Insecticides were applied on a need-basis and bagging of ampalaya fruits was practised. Releasing of earwigs as well as use of plastic mulching was also incorporated in this treatment. The various treatments were evaluated based on seed germination, plant growth, insect population densities, insect damage and fruit yield. Data on these parameters were presented and comparison of the various pest management strategies is discussed.
Source or Periodical Title
Philippine Entomologist
ISSN
0048-3753
Volume
23
Issue
2
Page
198
Document Type
Article
Frequency
semi-annually
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Bayot, R. G.; Sandoval, R.J. C.; Carrido, D. R.; and Ocampo, V. R., "Developing IPM strategies in ampalaya-based ecosystem with emphasis on non-chemical control tactics" (2009). Journal Article. 5413.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/journal-articles/5413
En – AGROVOC descriptors
MOMORDICA CHARANTIA; INSECTICIDES; PEST CONTROL; BIOLOGICAL CONTROL; PEST MANAGEMENT; INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT; PLASTIC MULCHES