Project Number: 5344-22620-015-03
Project Type: Specific C/A

Start Date: Sep 30, 2002
End Date: Nov 30, 2005

Objective:
Determine the key predators and their impact onthe population dynamics of glassy-winged sharpshooter (GWSS) in the Imperial and San Joaquin Valleys, California. Study the feasibility of conserving or augmenting these predators for population suppression of GWSS.

Approach:
The identity and importance of arthropod predators on GWSS populations will be determined by analyzing field-collected predators for GWSS prey remains using a GWSS-specific ELISA. Collections of predators on various host plants will be made and examined in the lab to determine their feeding frequencies on GWSS. Documents SCA with UC Berkeley.

Project Team

Hagler, James Kent Daane - Asst. Specialist, Coop. Ext. Div. Insect Biology (602)437-0121

Project Annual Reports

FY 2003

Related National Programs

Crop Protection & Quarantine (304)