False Codling Moth (FCM) Trap

FCM Trap — Advanced Pheromone-Based Pest Control for False Codling Moth

Targeted Protection Against Export Rejections & Orchard Infestations

The False Codling Moth (FCM) Trap is a specialized, environmentally safe pest monitoring and suppression solution engineered specifically for avocado growers, citrus orchards, and horticultural producers. False Codling Moth (Thaumatotibia leucotreta) larvae bore into developing fruits, causing early fruit drop, internal decay, and catastrophic export load rejections. By utilizing a high-potency female pheromone lure paired with a durable sticky delta trap structure, this trap attracts, captures, and eliminates male FCM moths before mating occurs.

It serves as an indispensable tool for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs, enabling early detection, accurate pest population mapping, and mass trapping without leaving chemical residues.

Key Benefits for Avocado & Fruit Farmers

• Prevents Export Rejections: Early capture prevents female moths from laying eggs on developing fruit, safeguarding crop skin integrity and securing international export compliance.

• High-Potency Target Attractant: Emits species-specific female sex pheromones that attract male moths across wide distances.

• Residue-Free & Non-Toxic: Uses a physical and biological attraction system that leaves zero chemical residue on crops, allowing for safe year-round use.

• All-Weather Durability: Built with weather-resistant, UV-stabilized materials and heavy-duty adhesive that maintains sticky effectiveness under rain and intense sunlight.

• Affordable & Scalable (Bei ya Mkulima Mdogo): High-impact pest control tailored to fit every farmer’s budget without compromising yield quality.

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