Project Number: 5325-11220-004-01
Project Type: Specific Cooperative Agreement

Start Date: Aug 29, 2005
End Date: Feb 28, 2010

Objective:
1) Observe and quantify Diorhabda elongata populations, tracking spread and population density. 2) Assess defoliation levels caused by D. elongata and measure impact on saltcedar.

Approach:
1) A combination of field scouting and pheromone trapping will be used to assess beelte numbers and distribution. This will include GPS documentation of populations of both larval and adult Diorhabda. 2) Visual assessment and digital camera samples will be collected in areas infested with D. elongata, along with specific GPS coordinates. 3) Summary data evaluations will be made in cooperation with USDA-ARS entomologists at the Reno, NV laboratory. Documents SCA with U. of Nevada. Formerly 5325-11220-003-01S (3/07).