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Peach Twig Borer in the Dormant Spur Sample
When you take a dormant spur sample you may also see peach twig borer hibernacula on
the spurs. While you should note the presence of peach twig borer hibernacula in your dormant spur sample, decisions to
treat peach twig borer are based
on past orchard history and the previous year’s fruit damage sample, not the presence of hibernacula in the
dormant spur sample.
If you choose to treat during the dormant season, choose products, such
as spinosad, that have minimum impact on natural enemies and water quality.
Bloomtime treatments with Bt or other soft insecticides are another good
way to prevent water quality problems. The dormant spray alternatives calculator
will help you evaluate your options.
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