Pest Wizard Vine Mealybug Trap Kit

The Pest Wizard Vine Mealybug Trap Kit is a complete monitoring system that pairs paper delta traps with pheromone lures to catch male vine mealybug. It gives organic vineyard and orchard growers a chemical-free way to detect this pest, which is commonly confused with the grape mealybug.

At a glance

• Type: Complete trap kit (traps plus lures)
• Kit contains: 2 paper delta traps, 2 pheromone lures, and 2 hangers
• Target: Vine mealybug (VMB), male
• Hosts: Grape vines, plus apples, avocados, figs, and citrus
• Storage: Keep lures sealed in packets; can be stored in the freezer until use
• Placement: Hang about 4 ft (1.3 m) high, a few feet from the plants

Best for

• Monitoring vineyards and orchards for vine mealybug
• Distinguishing vine mealybug from the similar grape mealybug
• Early detection of an emerging infestation
• Vineyard and orchard IPM programs
• Tracking the effectiveness of a treatment strategy

How to use

Deploy traps in spring. Place a lure on the sticky floor of each trap and hang it about 4 ft high, a few feet from the plants. Check weekly, since catching the pest may signal an infestation is underway or about to begin. Swap traps as they fill with insects and store unused lures sealed in the freezer.

About Grow Organic

Grow Organic, the brand of Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply, has supplied gardeners and growers with organic seeds, tools, and natural pest control for decades, with a focus on sustainable, earth-friendly growing.