Advancements in management of major fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) in North Africa and future challenges: A review

Fruit flies are one of the most economically damaging pests of fleshy fruits worldwide. Two species of highest concern for fruit production in North Africa are the Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly) Ceratitis capitata (Wied.) and the peach fruit fly (PFF) Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (in Egypt and Lib...

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Published in:Journal of applied entomology (1986) 2021-12, Vol.145 (10), p.939-957
Main Author: Boulahia‐Kheder, Synda
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agricultural practices
alternative methods
Ceratitis capitata
Crop production
farmer adoption
Fruit flies
Fruits
Insecticides
Integrated pest management
Pest control
Pests
trapping
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Summary:Fruit flies are one of the most economically damaging pests of fleshy fruits worldwide. Two species of highest concern for fruit production in North Africa are the Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly) Ceratitis capitata (Wied.) and the peach fruit fly (PFF) Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (in Egypt and Libya only). Currently, both fruit fly species are mainly targeted by chemical applications of broad‐spectrum contact insecticides. Despite the disparities in control efforts among North African countries, government and research are focused on reducing chemical reliance and adopt more environmentally friendly technologies. In this review, advances in integrated pest management (IPM) implementation against fruit flies are outlined for each country. In addition, challenges for future efforts are identified with emphasis on the efficacy of trapping for monitoring and control.
ISSN:0931-2048
1439-0418
DOI:10.1111/jen.12938