Validation of a PETE Timing Model for the Oriental Fruit Moth in Michigan and Central California (Lepidoptera: Olethreutidae)
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: PETE (Predictive Extension Timing Estimator) model output for Grapholitha molesta (Busck) was within ca. 30 ? 46 degree-days or 1.4 2 2 days of predicting 50% adult moth activity as measured by pheromone trap catches in the spring and first summer generation in both Michigan apple and California Peach orchards. In subsequent summer generations. model output was less reliable.
Source: The Great Lakes Entomologist
Authors: B. A. Croft, M. F. Michels, R. E Rice
Institutions: Michigan State University, University of California, Davis
Language: English
Subfield: Insect Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W931132201