1996 Annual Report for FW96-005
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1996: $1,500.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1998
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $4,000.00
Region: Western
State: Colorado
Principal Investigator:
Habitat Management as a Transitional Tool to an Insecticide: Free Pest Management Program in Apples
Summary
This project investigates an approach to the control of secondary insects in apple orchards by attracting and encouraging natural enemies through the planting of floral islands within the orchard. The results of increased populations of predators in the orchards will help reduce or eliminate the use of insecticides. This will protect the environment, assure the safety of growers and workers, reduce the need to buy expensive chemicals, and create a positive market identity.